The American Gothic: Origins and Developments 3301-LA238

Knowledge
The graduate has in-depth familiarity with:
- K_W01 advanced terminology, theory and research methods corresponding to the state of the art in the disciplines of literary studies and culture and region studies in reference to the development of American literary genres
- K_W04 pojęcia i zasady z zakresu ochrony własności intelektualnej i prawa autorskiego

Abilities
The graduate is able to:
- K_U01 apply the advanced terminology, theories and research methods of literary studies and culture and religion studies to solve complex and original research problems in reference to the study of American literary genres
- K_U04 apply the concepts and principles of intellectual property protection and copyright law

Social competences
The graduate is ready to:
- K_K01 critically appraise their knowledge and content obtained from various sources
- K_K02 recognize the importance of knowledge in solving cognitive and practical problems; consult experts when required

Teaching effects for student beginning their studies in the academic year 2022/2023
Knowledge: the graduate will be able to
K_W01
Identify and characterize on an advanced level the place and status of literary and culture studies within the humanities
P7S_WK
K_W02
Describe on an advanced level the current trends in literary and cultural studies research within English studies, in reference to American literary genres, especially Gothic narratives
P7S_WG
K_W03
Identify the essential issues, main methods and theories in research in linguistics
P7S_WG
K_W04
Characterize on an advanced level the principles of research design in literary and culture studies with special focus on the application of methods and tools in formulating research problems in reference to American literary genres, especially Gothic narratives
P7S_WG
K_W05
Identify the notions and principles pertinent to intellectual property and copyright
P7S_WK
K_W06
Characterise economic, legal and other factors relevant for various kinds of professional activities related to the study programme
P7S_WK
K_W07
Characterise the history of philosophical thought and its implications for English studies
P7S_WK
K_W08
Identify and characterize on an advanced level the place and status of linguistics within the humanities
P7S_WK
K_W09
Describe on an advanced level the current trends in linguistic research within English studies
P7S_WG
Abilities: the graduate is able to
K_U01
Apply advanced terminology and notions pertinent to the discipline (linguistics, literary studies, culture and religion studies)
P7S_UW
K_U02
Apply advanced research methodology within literary and culture studies and English studies, respecting ethical norms and copyright law
P7S_UW
K_U03
Apply knowledge obtained during the course of studies to account for and solve a problem, thereby completing a research task related to the discipline literary studies and/or culture and religion studies in reference to American literary genres, especially Gothic narratives
P7S_UW, P7S_UK
K_U04
Analyze linguistic, literary and cultural phenomena and draw generalizations on their basis in the context of societal, historical and economic factors on an advanced level
P7S_UW
K_U05
Discern alternative methodological paradigms within a discipline
P7S_UK
K_U06
Find information in various sources and critically assess its usefulness for research related to the topic of the MA project
P7S_UW
K_U07
Use modern technology in the process of learning and communicating with academic teachers, colleagues, representatives of various institutions and fellow participants in classes and projects, applying various channels and techniques of communication
P7S_UW, P7S_UK
K_U08
Participate in group projects, collaborate with others and be a team leader in conducting collaborative research, presentations and other tasks included in the curriculum
P7S_UO
K_U09
Present knowledge in a coherent, precise and linguistically correct manner in English on level C2 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, ensuring an appropriate register and form
P7S_UK
K_U10
Demonstrate fluency in a foreign language other than English on Level B2+ according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
P7S_UK
K_U11
Design one’s own development
P7S_UU
Social competences: the graduate is ready to
K_K01
Apply knowledge and skills obtained during the course of studies to fulfill societal obligations and undertake actions benefitting the social environment
P7S_KK
K_K02
Apply knowledge and skills obtained during the course of studies to undertake lifelong learning, as well as personal and professional development
P7S_KK
K_K03
Take responsibility for performing one’s professional duties, with due respect for the work of others, obey and develop the ethical norms in professional and academic settings related to the disciplines included on the curriculum of English studies
P7S_KR
K_K04
Assess critically one’s own knowledge and skills related to the studies
P7S_KO
K_K05
Participate in academic and cultural undertakings offered via various media
P7S_KO
K_K06
Value cultural heritage and cultural diversity as well as individual opinions
P7S_KO

Grading on the basis of a final test.
Oral retake.

Ch. B. Brown, Wieland.
E. A. Poe, Selected Tales.
H. Melville, Benito Cereno.
H. James, The Turn of the Screw.
W. Faulkner, Sanctuary.
T. Capote, Other Voices, Other Rooms.
J.C. Oates, Selected Short Stories.