First Language and Culture of India (Sanskrit) 3600-7-IN2-IJKIS(Z)
Practical study, in the cultural context, of the first Indian language (Bengali / Hindi / Sanskrit / Tamil, depending on the language group), at the lower intermediate level. Learning modern languages (Bengali / Hindi / Tamil) is based primarily on carefully selected texts and dialogues, which allow not only to learn the language, but also to acquaint students with culture, daily life and customs of India and other countries of South Asia, and in the case of Sanskrit learning is based on the reading of selected original texts.
The main aim is to acquire basic language skills in the practical knowledge of the first Indian language, mastering basic grammatical structures, and gradual extension of the vocabulary.
In the case of modern languages (Bengali / Hindi / Tamil) classes include:
- practicing conversational skills in various spheres of everyday life - dialogues on various everyday topics;
- oral exercises on selected topics (hobby, daily schedule, cuisine, family, holidays);
- answering questions;
- reading and discussing selected texts;
- listening comprehension exercises (live speech, dictation, audio-video).
In the case of Sanskrit classes include reading of original texts at the lower intermediate level and their recitation.
Course coordinators
Type of course
Mode
Learning outcomes
K_W12
has extensive knowledge of the 1st Indian/South Asian language (Bengali/Hindi/Sanskrit/Tamil), its structure, history, script
K_W14
is aware of the linguistic variety and its influence on the cultural and political situation of the world
K_U06
can read, analyze and interpret literary texts and other works of culture (film, press, social writing) of South Asia and appropriately place them in their cultural context
K_U09
can use the knowledge of socio-cultural issues of South Asia in typical professional situations
K_U12
has a good command of the 1st Indian/South Asian language (Bengali/Hindi/Sanskrit/Tamil) at the intermediate level
K_U13
can analyze and interpret source texts in a chosen Indian/South Asian language (Bengali/Hindi/Sanskrit/Tamil)
K_U16
can fluently use the script of a chosen Indian/South Asian language (Bengali/Hindi/Sanskrit/Tamil) and the necessary tools to learn and analyze it (traditional and electronic dictionaries, lexicons, linguistic corpora, data bases, etc.)
K_U17
can properly function in the linguistic and cultural environment of South Asia
K_U22
has a skill at formulating own opinions and conclusions in writing and in speech both in Polish and in a chosen Indian/South Asian language (Bengali/Hindi/Sanskrit/Tamil)
K_U24
can use electronic and internet tools both in Polish and in a chosen Indian/South Asian language (Bengali/Hindi/Sanskrit/Tamil)
K_K02
can cooperate and work in a group as well as forge relationships and build social relations
K_K03
can establish relations and cooperate with representatives of other cultures
Assessment criteria
- attendance control
- continuous preparation for the class and active participation during classes
- term assessment
Bibliography
Selected by the teacher depending on the language group.
Notes
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Term 2025Z:
Piotr Balcerowicz: The condition for crediting the course is to pass all partial classes. |
Additional information
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