History of Belarusian 20th century literature (1900-1930) 3221-HLBXX3-CW-OG

During the classes there is discussed the first program of Belarusian newspapers ("Nasha Dola" and "Nasha Niva"), their importance for the development of Belarusian literature. There are presented and discussed the relationship between "Nasha Niva" and the national and positivist ideology. There are presented and discussed selected works from the legacy of realistic literary writers - K.Kahanets, Yadwihin Sha., Tsotka, J.Kupala, J.Kolas, M.Bahdanovich, M.Harecki, U.Dubouka, J.Puszcza, A.Mryj, M.Zarecki. Attention is drawn to the common and individual characteristics of their work such as positivist and romantic themes in the work of Tsotka, neo-Romantic and symbolic themes in poetry and drama of J. Kupala, tradition and innovation in the works of M. Bahdanovich etc.

Estimated number of hours that a student should spend on mastering the content is approximately - 90 (30 hrs. of classes and 90 hours. of individual student's work).

Term 2024L:

None

Type of course

general courses

Mode

Classroom

Prerequisites (description)

Knowledge of the Belarusian language, sufficient to read and discuss the readings, is required.

Course coordinators

Iryna Aheyeva

Learning outcomes

K1_W02 the subject and methodological specifics of research in literary studies
K1_W04 the terminology of literary studies
K1_W07 literary processes and the impact of historical and cultural changes on their development
K1_U01 search for, analyse, evaluate, select and use information by consulting sources in various languages, including on-line sources
K1_U03 formulate and analyse research problems in the area of literary studies, choose relevant research methods and tools
K1_U05 use theories, research paradigms and concepts common to literary studies while communicating with the community and during debates and discussions
K1_U06 recognise various types of literary works and carry out a critical analysis and interpret them in a wider context
K1_U08 substantiate and draw conclusions by using ideas presented by other scholars in Polish and foreign languages
K1_U11 prepare presentation in Polish and in foreign languages concerning more detailed topics by using various theoretical approaches and sources
K1_W12 speak a foreign language at the B2 level
K1_U14 plan and organise individual work and work in a team (including interdisciplinary tasks)
K1_U15 individually plan and pursue his or her own process of lifelong learning
K1_K01 critically evaluate his or her knowledge and the content he or she receives
K1_K02 recognise the significance of knowledge in solving epistemic and practical problems as well as resort to expert opinion
K1_K04 correctly identify and solve professional dilemmas in accordance with tradition and professional ethics

Assessment criteria

The course concludes with completion through an essay on one of the proposed topics on Belarusian literature.

Bibliography

1. Biełaruskaja litaratura: Chrestamatyja. Czastka treciaja (1900-1920). Mińsk 2006.
2. Biełaruskija piśmienniki: Bijabiblijagraficzny słounik: U szasci tamach. Mińsk 1992-1995.
3. Historyja biełaruskaj litaratury XX stahoddzia: U czatyroch tamach. T. 1. (1900-1920). Mińsk 1999.
4. Kawalenka W. Wytoki. Upływy. Paskoranaść. Mińsk 1975.
5. Kazbiaruk U. Stupieni rostu. Mińsk 1974.
6. Łojka A. Historyja biełaruskaj literatury. Czastka 2. Mińsk 1989.

Additional information

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