American society in the spotlight 2400-OG-EN-ASS

(in Polish) Contact hours with teacher: participation in seminar – 30 hrs Self-study hours: - preparation for seminar - 15 hrs - reading literature - 30 hrs - project – 10 hrs - consultations with the lecturer – 10 hrs Altogether: 95 hrs (3 ECTS)

(in Polish) W1: Student has basic and structured knowledge of sociological theories, as well as concepts and terms related to modern American society. W2: He/she is familiar with social phenomena taking place in contemporary USA and understands their courses.

(in Polish) U1: Student has the ability to conduct research through an analysis of works of various authors as well as desk research and data search. U2: Based on acquired knowledge, he/she can orally present and explain social phenomena in contemporary USA, while using proper terminology, professional presentation skills and techniques. U3: Student demonstrates developed reading comprehension, listening and speaking skills in English in the field of social studies.

(in Polish) K1: Student understands the importance of social bonds. K2: He/she is sensitive to social exclusion, bearing in mind its consequences. K3: Student is well prepared to critically acquire new knowledge in the field of social sciences and understands its importance. K4: He/she can communicate and cooperate in a group.

(in Polish) Expository teaching methods: participatory lecture, narration, discussion. Exploratory teaching methods: Brainstorming, case study, problem-solving, project work.

- discussion
- participatory lecture
- informative (conventional) lecture

- brainstorming
- case study
- classic problem-solving
- project work

elective course

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