Theory and Methods (module 1)

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Course ID:	20-TAM-11-EtnC
Erasmus code / ISCED:	(unknown) / (unknown)
Course title:	Theory and Methods (module 1)
Name in Polish:	Theory and Methods (module 2)
Organizational unit:	Faculty of Anthropology and Cultural Studies
Course groups:	(in Polish) Moodle - przedmioty Szkoły Nauk Humanistycznych
ECTS credit allocation (and other scores):	0 OR 5.00 (differs over time) Basic information on ECTS credits allocation principles: the annual hourly workload of the student’s work required to achieve the expected learning outcomes for a given stage is 1500-1800h, corresponding to 60 ECTS; the student’s weekly hourly workload is 45 h; 1 ECTS point corresponds to 25-30 hours of student work needed to achieve the assumed learning outcomes; weekly student workload necessary to achieve the assumed learning outcomes allows to obtain 1.5 ECTS; work required to pass the course, which has been assigned 3 ECTS, constitutes 10% of the semester student load. view allocation of credits
Language:	English
Module type:	compulsory
Major:	Ethnology and cultural anthropology, Cultural Differences and Transnational Processes (CREOLE
Cycle of studies:	2nd cycle
Module learning aims:	This is an introductory course in anthropological theories and methods for CREOLE students. Its main aim is to introduce the students to the key theoretical problems addressed by anthropology; classic works of key shapers of the world anthropological traditions; and methods used during fieldwork.
Year of studies (where relevant):	Year 1
Pre-requisites in terms of knowledge, skills and social competences:	Students should have basic knowledge of the discipline and its main topics of interest.
Information on where to find course materials:	A list of weekly readings (compulsory and optional) will be provided by the teacher.
Methods of teaching for learning outcomes achievement:	Discussion, presentations
Student workload (ECTS credits):	Contact hours with the teacher as specified in the programme 30h Preparation for classes (weekly readings and analysis) 60h Preparation for classes (class presentation) 20h Writing a final paper (2000 words) 35h Total hours 145h Total ECTS credits for the module 5
Full description:	TK_01 Key theoretical approaches in anthropology TAM_01, TAM_03, TAM_04 TK_02 Key methods in the discipline, including ethnography TAM_02, TAM_03, TAM_04 TK_03 Designing fieldwork TAM_01:04
Learning outcomes:	TAM_01 Have knowledge of the main theoretical perspectives and debates in anthropology E_W01, E_W02, E_W03, E_W04, E_U01, E_U02, E_U03, E_U06 TAM_02 Have knowledge of the ethnographic theory and method, as well as of participatory observations and other methods used within the discipline E_W02, E_W03, E_U02, E_U03, E_U04, E_U06 TAM_03 Develop ability to engage with academic literature and scholarly debates in the field E_W01, E_W02, E_W03, E_W04, E_U06, E_U07, E_K01, E_K10 TAM_04 Work on designing her own fieldwork and MA project E_U08, E_U09 E_K01, E_K03
Assessment methods and assessment criteria:	Students will be expected to prepare to read key texts for each session and actively participate in class discussions (20% of the final mark), prepare one short seminar presentation based on one of the weekly key readings (20% of the final mark) and write an essay on one of the chosen topics (60% of the final mark). A/5 EXCELLENT - outstanding performance B/4+ VERY GOOD - above average with few minor mistakes and/or omissions C/4 GOOD - generally sound work with some minor mistakes and/or omissions D/3+ SATISFACTORY – fair, but with a number of serious mistakes and/or omissions E/3 SUFFICIENT – fair, but with significant shortcomings F/2 FAIL

Classes in period "Academic year 2020/2021, winter semester" (past)

Time span:	2020-10-01 - 2021-02-28	Selected timetable range: weekly course term Navigate to timetable
Type of class:	discussion seminar, 30 hours more information
Coordinators:	Małgorzata Kowalska
Group instructors:	Małgorzata Kowalska
Students list:	(inaccessible to you)
Examination:	Exam

Classes in period "Academic year 2021/2022, winter semestr" (past)

Time span:	2021-10-01 - 2022-02-23	Selected timetable range: weekly course term Navigate to timetable
Type of class:	workshop, 30 hours more information
Coordinators:	Małgorzata Kowalska
Group instructors:	Małgorzata Kowalska
Students list:	(inaccessible to you)
Examination:	Exam

Classes in period "Academic year 2022/2023, winter semester" (past)

Time span:	2022-10-01 - 2023-02-26	Selected timetable range: weekly course term Navigate to timetable
Type of class:	workshop, 30 hours more information
Coordinators:	Małgorzata Kowalska
Group instructors:	Małgorzata Kowalska
Students list:	(inaccessible to you)
Examination:	Exam

Classes in period "Academic year 2023/2024, winter semester" (past)

Time span:	2023-10-01 - 2024-02-25	Selected timetable range: weekly course term Navigate to timetable
Type of class:	workshop, 30 hours more information
Coordinators:	Małgorzata Kowalska
Group instructors:	Małgorzata Kowalska
Students list:	(inaccessible to you)
Examination:	Exam

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