Socio-cultural conditions of spatial economy 1900-5-SPKU-WW
Lectures: They begin with a short theoretical introduction, which includes information on: a) subjects of creating social spaces, social tools for creating space, social functions of architecture, relations between man and space, conditions of space organization, goals and social needs in spatial management. The next part of the lectures - much longer than the previous one - will present selected but representative socio-cultural issues, such as: a) (auto) socio-spatial segregation of the population and social exclusion on the example of ethnic and religious enclaves, sexual minority districts, gated estates , poverty districts, parks exclusively for women and their youngest children (Iran); b) building new cities (including capitals) as a way of shaping national identity in young and socially diverse countries; c) the evolution and socio-spatial structure of Latin American, Islamic and Asian cities, etc., taking into account the processes taking place in their parts (e.g. in historic centers).
Exercises: They extend the issues covered in the lectures, but also introduce, for example, the influence of culture on contemporary space planning in the cities of the world (feng shui in East Asia, hajj on the Arabian Peninsula, etc.). The main part of the exercises is based on the presentation of papers by students. Each of them selects one of the topics from the list, and the statement is supported by a multimedia presentation. After the presentation, there is a discussion with the speaker, moderated by the lecturer. Work on this exercise is based on the analysis of scientific articles and other peer-reviewed publications proposed by the course coordinator.
The above-mentioned items are not the titles of individual classes, but describe the topics covered within the course (not necessarily in order). There is a possibility of minor modifications to the content of the classes depending on the preferences of students.
The estimated number of hours that the student must spend to achieve the learning outcomes defined for the subject.
Lecture: 0.5 ECTS (15 hours) - hours in direct contact with the teacher, ie participation in classes; 0.5 ECTS (15 hours) - student's own contribution, i.e. preparation for a written test.
Exercises: 0.5 ECTS (15 hours) - hours in direct contact with the teacher, i.e. participation in classes, including discussions and short exercises in groups; 0.5 ECTS (15 hours) - student's own contribution, i.e. preparation for an oral speech on a topic of his choice, along with the preparation of a multimedia presentation.
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Learning outcomes
Directional effects: K_W03, K_W06, K_W10 / K_U04, K_U10, K_U11, K_U12 / K_K01, K_K05
KNOWLEDGE: The graduate knows and understands:
- theory concerning socio-cultural conditions of spatial management;
- similarities and differences between socio-cultural conditions and processes shaping space in different parts of the world;
- notes the similarities and differences in spatial planning and management in cities located in different cultural circles;
- problem situations resulting from the social and cultural diversity of cities;
- stereotypes and prejudices existing in societies about the inhabitants of the cities of the global South and the global North.
SKILLS: The graduate is able to:
- compare the socio-cultural conditions and the processes related to these conditions that shape the space in different parts of the world;
- participate in a discussion on the social and cultural conditions and processes of spatial management;
- use scientific publications on the subject to build your own statements on the forum.
SOCIAL COMPETENCES: The graduate is ready to:
- critical evaluation of the application of methods of counteracting socio-cultural problems of individual cities of the world and suggesting alternatives;
- planning and implementing urban projects, which should take into account the needs of various users of the city space, including marginalized groups;
- work in a diverse planning and design team, in conditions free of prejudices and intolerance resulting from cultural and social differences.
Assessment criteria
Lectures: the final test is in writing and concerns issues discussed only during lectures (from 10 to a maximum of 15 questions, mostly single-choice closed questions). The test is graded from 50%. The attendance list is not checked during lectures (the student is not obliged to attend them).
Exercises: assessment based on a presentation presented individually for 15 minutes (if the group is larger; some topics can be done in pairs, then the speech must last at least 20 minutes). You can get a maximum of 10 points. The presentations concern the topic selected by the student from the list that the teacher sends out during the first exercise. It is possible to change the topic of the presentation (after consultation with the lecturer). The facilitator may ask the speaker 1-2 questions related to the discussed issue; Substantially valuable statements result in an increase in the rating by at least 0.5 degrees. An additional condition for obtaining credit is the presence (one unexcused hour possible, each subsequent one should be excused). In the event of more than one excused absence, the teacher reserves the right to assign an additional exercise in writing.
Bibliography
1. Karwińska A., 2008, Gospodarka przestrzenna. Uwarunkowania społeczno-kulturowe, Wydawnictwo Naukowe PWN, Warszawa.
2. Knox P., Pinch S., 2000, Urban Social Geography, Prentice Hall, England.
3. Jałowiecki B., Szczepański B., 2010, Miasto i przestrzeń w perspektywie socjologicznej, Wydawnictwo Naukowe SCHOLAR, Warszawa.
4. Węcławowicz G., 2007, Geografia społeczna miast, Wydawnictwo Naukowe PWN, Warszawa.
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