B.A. seminar 3600-19-JAW3-SL4(Z)
The seminar prepares the participants to work on their B.A. thesis according to the scientific rules and to pass examination. The participants are expected to take an active part in the seminar, both through an active discussion and preparing papers on selected topics in the field of Japanese literature or aesthetics and art. They check and collect the bibliography, prepare the concept of the paper and finally write and present the paper at the seminar.
Term 2023Z:
The seminar prepares the participants to work on their B.A. thesis according to the scientific rules and to pass examination. The participants are expected to take an active part in the seminar, both through an active discussion and preparing papers on selected topics in the field of Japanese literature or aesthetics and art. They check and collect the bibliography, prepare the concept of the paper and finally write and present the paper at the seminar. |
Prerequisites (description)
Course coordinators
Type of course
Mode
General: Blended learning Classroom | Term 2023Z: Blended learning |
Learning outcomes
Knowledge
- demonstrates basic grasp of contemporary cultural life in Japan. K_W16
- knows the state of research in chosen aspects pertaining to Japan K_W17
- knows and understands basic analysis and interpretation methods of various products of culture characteristic of chosen theories and schools of research within the scope of cultural and literary studies, linguistics, philosophy and religion studies and history of Japan K_W18
- knows and understands basic analysis and interpretation methods of various products of culture characteristic of local traditions in Japan. K_W19
- knows and understands the basic terms and rules of copyright and protection of intellectual property. K_W20
Skills
- can search for, analyze, evaluate and use information from different sources K_U01
- can use the knowledge of history of Japan to analyze and interpret events taking place in the modern world. K_U04
- can appropriately place Japan in the context of circumstances pertinent to natural, geopolitical and economic environment. K_U05
- can read, analyze and interpret literary texts and other works of culture (film, press, social writing) of Japan and appropriately place them in their cultural context. K_U06
- can compare and perceive interrelations between chosen literary texts and other works of culture (film, press, social writing) of Japan and the issues within the scope of tradition and modern times. K_U07
- has a good command of a foreign language at least at the B2 level (Western languages). K_U11
- can analyze and interpret source texts in Japanese language, at the level of the first degree. K_U13
- can interpret key terms from culture of Japan through linguistic/philological analysis, at the level of the first degree. K_U15
- can use the Japanese writing system fluently and to learn and analyze it (traditional and electronic dictionaries, lexicons, linguistic corpora, databases, etc.), at the level of the first degree. K_U016
- can properly function in the linguistic and cultural environment of Japan K_U017
- can fluently use the script of Japanese language and the necessary tools to learn and analyze it (traditional and electronic dictionaries, lexicons, linguistic corpora, data bases, etc.). K_U018
- can use basic knowledge in the scope of methodology of cultural research in a seminar paper. K_U019
- can choose and formulate a subject of a BA thesis, select and find sources in Japanese, make references to basic theoretical approaches. K_U020
- has a skill in presenting detailed aspects within the scope of cultural issues of Japan in Polish and in Japanese languages taking into consideration the intellectual tradition of Japan. K_U021
- has a skill at formulating own opinions and conclusions in writing and in speech both in Polish and in Japanese, at the level of the first degree. K_U022
- has the ability of substantive argumentation with the use of other authors’ views. K_U023
- can use electronic and internet tools both in Polish and in Japanese, at the level of the first degree. K_U024
- can communicate with specialists in the fields of academic research and in academic disciplines pertinent to the Oriental studies using contemporary IT technology. K_U025
- can acquire knowledge independently and develop research skills following the research supervisor’s instructions. K_U026
Social Competences
- understands the need to learn all one’s life. K_K01
- can cooperate and work in a group as well as forge relationships and build social relations. K_K02
- can establish relations and cooperate with representatives of other cultures. K_K03
- can set appropriate goals and ways to achieve them in the context of academic, professional and social activity. K_K04
- has awareness of the cultural distinctness and its religious, philosophical, traditional and historical roots and its significance for understanding modern world. K_K05
- sees the need of dialogue between cultures. K_K06
- is aware of significance the culture of Japan has for the culture of the world. K_K07
- acts in aid of sharing and promoting cultural and linguistic heritage of Japan. K_K08
Assessment criteria
- assessment of oral presentations and seminar paper
- attendance control (have an attendance record of no more than 2 unexcused absences)
- student's preparation for class
- student's active participation in class discussions
Bibliography
Depending on the choice of the topic of the thesis, methodological literature and specialist literature in the field of Japanese studies are recommended.
Term 2023Z:
Depending on the choice of the topic of the thesis, methodological literature and specialist literature in the field of Japanese studies are recommended. |
Additional information
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