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Descriptive Grammar of the English Language - Practical Classes

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Course ID: 340-AG1-1GOC
Erasmus code / ISCED: 09.001 The subject classification code consists of three to five digits, where the first three represent the classification of the discipline according to the Discipline code list applicable to the Socrates/Erasmus program, the fourth (usually 0) - possible further specification of discipline information, the fifth - the degree of subject determined based on the year of study for which the subject is intended. / (unknown)
Course title: Descriptive Grammar of the English Language - Practical Classes
Name in Polish: Gramatyka opisowa języka angielskiego - ćwiczenia
Organizational unit: Faculty of Philology
Course groups: (in Polish) 3L stac. I st. studia filologii jęz.angielsk.z językiem niemieckim - przedmioty obowiązkowe
(in Polish) Filologia angielska z niemieckim 1 rok sem. zimowy 1 stopień
(in Polish) Filologia angielska z niemieckim 1 rok sem.letni 1 stopień
ECTS credit allocation (and other scores): 5.00 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.
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Language: English
Type of course:

obligatory courses
Prerequisites (description):

The course aims to provide students with fundamental knowledge of morphology, syntax and semantics of English as well as to identify the similarities and differences between the grammatical systems of English and Polish.
Mode:

(in Polish) w sali
Short description:

The main aim of this course is to familiarize students with the foundations of the descriptive grammar of English. The main part of the course involves an overview of the fundamental features of the English grammar system. The course is also intended to draw students' attention to the grammar phenomena discussed in their assigned readings and facilitate their comprehension.
Full description:

General Academic Profile

Full-time programme

Obligatory course (M_5)

The humanisties, linguistics.

Year 1, Semesters 1 and 2

Prerequisites: The student should understand the basics of English grammar description and know its basic terms.

Number of hours: 60 h, practical classes

Teaching methods: informative, problem-oriented, practical.

4 ECTS points

Students' workload balance

Participation in the practical class: 60 h

Preparation for the class and Revision for the test: 30 h

Consultations with the teacher: 10 h

Revision for the the test and attending it: 17 h

Numerical indicators:

Students' workload connected with classes which require the teacher's participation: 72 h

Students' workload connected with classes of rpactical nature: 60 h
Bibliography:

1. L. Bauer: English Word-Formation, CUP 1983

2. A. Carstairs-McCarthy: An Introduction to English Morphology, Edinburgh University Press 2002

3. S. Chalker: A Student’s English Grammar, Longman 1992

4. J.R. Hurford: Semantics 2nd ed., CUP 2007

5. R. Huddleston, G.K. Pullum: The Cambridge Grammar of the English Language, CUP 2002

6. V. Fromkin, R. Rodman: An Introduction to Language 5th ed., Harcourt Brace Jovanovich 1993

7. Language Files: Materials for an Introduction to Language and Linguistics 6th ed., Ohio State University Press 1994

8. J. Miller: An Introduction to English Syntax, Edinburgh University Press 2008

9. B. Szymanek: Introduction to Morphological Analysis, PWN 1998

10. G. Yule: The Study of Language, 2nd ed. CUP 1996

11. Pawłowska, K. Word, Phrase, Clause. The Basics of Descriptive Grammar. Białystok 2012
Learning outcomes:

Knowledge

The student:

KP6_WG1: understands key grammatical phenomena, processes, and systems of the English language as well as relevant theoretical approaches; applies this knowledge in structural and contrastive analysis.

KP6_WG4: knows and uses linguistic terminology and basic methodological tools.

KP6_WG9: is familiar with cultural concepts relevant for analyzing language and communication.

KP6_WK1: identifies and reflects on linguistic and communication-related challenges within contemporary civilization.

Skills

The student:

KP6_UW1: identifies and solves grammatical problems by selecting appropriate methods of analysis.

KP6_UW6: applies analytical tools in the study of morphological, syntactic, and semantic phenomena.

KP6_UW7: critically evaluates information and academic sources in linguistics.

KP6_UK1: communicates with precision using linguistic terminology.

KP6_UO1: organizes individual and team-based grammatical analysis tasks.

KP6_UU1: plans and implements autonomous learning.

Social competences

The student:

KP6_KK1: reflects critically on their grammatical knowledge and ways of improving it.

KA_KK2: values linguistic knowledge in solving cognitive and practical problems.
Assessment methods and assessment criteria:

The course ends with a graded pass. During the semester, students take several tests assessing their knowledge and skills in morphology, syntax, and semantics.

The grading policy is as follows:

60-69=3.0, 70-75=3.5, 76-81=4.0, 82-87=4.5, 88-100=5.0

To earn credit, students need to comply with attendance requirements (a maximum of 2 absences is allowed).

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

Time span: 2023-10-01 - 2024-06-30
Selected timetable range:
Go to timetable
Type of class:
Class, 60 hours more information
Coordinators: Aleksandra Kowalewska-Buraczewska, Justyna Wawrzyniuk
Group instructors: Justyna Wawrzyniuk
Students list: (inaccessible to you)
Credit: Course - Grading
Class - Grading
Type of course:

obligatory courses
Mode:

(in Polish) w sali
Short description: (in Polish)

Celem zajęć jest zapoznanie studentów z podstawową wiedzą na temat morfologii, składni i semantyki języka angielskiego oraz wskazanie na cechy wspólne oraz różniące systemy gramatyczne języka angielskiego i języka polskiego.
Full description: (in Polish)

Profil ogólnoakademicki.

Studia stacjonarne.

Przedmiot obowiązkowy (M_5).

Nauki humanistyczne, językoznawstwo.

I rok, semestr I i II.

Wymagania wstępne: Student powinien rozumieć podstawowe założenia opisu gramatyki języka angielskiego oraz znać podstawowe pojęcia gramatyczne służące do jego opisu.

Liczba godzin: 60h, ćwiczenia.

Metody dydaktyczne: prezentacje, dyskusje, praca w grupach.

4 ECTS.

Bilans nakładu pracy studenta:

- Udział w ćwiczeniach: 60h

- Przygotowanie do zajęć oraz przygotowanie do testów: 30h

- Konsultacje z nauczycielem: 10h

- Przygotowanie do testu i udział w nim: 17h

Wskaźniki ilościowe:

- Nakład pracy studenta związany z zajęciami wymagającymi bezpośredniego udziału nauczyciela: 72h - 2,75 pkt. ECTS

- Nakład pracy studenta związany z zajęciami o charakterze praktycznym: 60h - 2 pkt. ECTS
Bibliography: (in Polish)

1. L. Bauer: English Word-Formation, CUP 1983

2. A. Carstairs-McCarthy: An Introduction to English Morphology, Edinburgh University Press 2002

3. S. Chalker: A Student’s English Grammar, Longman 1992

4. J.R. Hurford: Semantics 2nd ed., CUP 2007

5. R. Huddleston, G.K. Pullum: The Cambridge Grammar of the English Language, CUP 2002

6. V. Fromkin, R. Rodman: An Introduction to Language 5th ed., Harcourt Brace Jovanovich 1993

7. Language Files: Materials for an Introduction to Language and Linguistics 6th ed., Ohio State University Press 1994

8. J. Miller: An Introduction to English Syntax, Edinburgh University Press 2008

9. B. Szymanek: Introduction to Morphological Analysis, PWN 1998

10. G. Yule: The Study of Language, 2nd ed. CUP 1996

11. Pawłowska, K. Word, Phrase, Clause. The Basics of Descriptive Grammar. Białystok 2012
Notes: (in Polish)

Kurs kończy się zaliczeniem na ocenę. W trakcie kursu odbędą się 4 punktowane testy. Jedynie zdobycie powyżej51% punktów ze wszystkich testów i prezentacji pozwala na otrzymania zaliczenia.

51-60=3, 61-70-=3+, 71-80=4, 81-90=4+, 91-100=5

Studenci, którzy otrzymają mniej niż 51% punktów mogą podejść do testu poprawkowego z całości materiału w trakcie egzaminacyjnej sesji poprawkowej semestru letniego. Aby go zaliczyć muszą uzyskać min. 51% punktów, jednak bez względu na ilość punktów jedyna możliwa ocena to ocena dostateczna.

Warunkiem otrzymania zaliczenie jest wygłoszenie krótkiego referatu (10-15 min). Otrzymanie zaliczenia warunkuje również obecność na zajęciach (dopuszczalne 2 nieobecności w semestrze), regularne i aktywne uczestnictwo w zajęciach oraz prace domowe.

Classes in period "Academic year 2024/2025" (past)

Time span: 2024-10-01 - 2025-06-30
Selected timetable range:
Go to timetable
Type of class:
Class, 60 hours more information
Coordinators: Dominika Romaniuk-Cholewska
Group instructors: Dominika Romaniuk-Cholewska
Students list: (inaccessible to you)
Credit: Course - Grading
Class - Grading
Type of course:

obligatory courses
Mode:

(in Polish) w sali
Short description:

The primary goal of the course is to familiarize students with major directions in the descriptive grammar of the English language. The course includes a review of the core features of the contemporary grammatical system of English and aims to help students identify and understand grammatical phenomena in their academic reading.
Full description:

This course provides students with fundamental knowledge in English morphology, syntax, and semantics, with a particular emphasis on comparing the grammatical systems of English and Polish. Students learn to analyze grammatical structures, apply linguistic terminology, and independently identify and describe grammatical phenomena. The course focuses on developing analytical and interpretative skills and prepares students for independent learning in grammar studies.

General Academic Profile

Full-time programme

Obligatory course (M_5)

The humanisties, linguistics.

Year 1, Semesters 1 and 2

Prerequisites: The student should understand the basics of English grammar description and know its basic terms.

Number of hours: 60 h, practical classes

Teaching methods: informative, problem-oriented, practical.

4 ECTS points

Students' workload balance

Participation in the practical class: 60 h

Preparation for the class and Revision for the test: 30 h

Consultations with the teacher: 10 h

Revision for the the test and attending it: 17 h

Numerical indicators:

Students' workload connected with classes which require the teacher's participation: 72 h

Students' workload connected with classes of rpactical nature: 60 h
Bibliography:

1. L. Bauer: English Word-Formation, CUP 1983

2. A. Carstairs-McCarthy: An Introduction to English Morphology, Edinburgh University Press 2002

3. S. Chalker: A Student’s English Grammar, Longman 1992

4. J.R. Hurford: Semantics 2nd ed., CUP 2007

5. R. Huddleston, G.K. Pullum: The Cambridge Grammar of the English Language, CUP 2002

6. V. Fromkin, R. Rodman: An Introduction to Language 5th ed., Harcourt Brace Jovanovich 1993

7. Language Files: Materials for an Introduction to Language and Linguistics 6th ed., Ohio State University Press 1994

8. J. Miller: An Introduction to English Syntax, Edinburgh University Press 2008

9. B. Szymanek: Introduction to Morphological Analysis, PWN 1998

10. G. Yule: The Study of Language, 2nd ed. CUP 1996

11. Pawłowska, K. Word, Phrase, Clause. The Basics of Descriptive Grammar. Białystok 2012
Notes:

The course will conclude with a graded credit. There will be scored tests during the course. Only a score of more than 51% on all tests will allow students to receive credit.

51-60=3, 61-70-=3+, 71-80=4, 81-90=4+, 91-100=5

Students who score less than 51% can take a revision test of the entire material during the examination session of the summer semester. In order to pass it, they must obtain min. 51% of the points, however, regardless of the number of points, the only grade possible is a pass mark.

(2 absences per semester allowed),

Classes in period "Academic year 2025/2026" (future)

Time span: 2025-10-01 - 2026-06-30
Selected timetable range:
Go to timetable
Type of class:
Class, 60 hours more information
Coordinators: (unknown)
Group instructors: (unknown)
Students list: (inaccessible to you)
Credit: Course - Grading
Class - Grading
Type of course:

obligatory courses
Mode:

(in Polish) w sali
Short description:

The primary goal of the course is to familiarize students with major directions in the descriptive grammar of the English language. The course includes a review of the core features of the contemporary grammatical system of English and aims to help students identify and understand grammatical phenomena in their academic reading.
Full description:

This course provides students with fundamental knowledge in English morphology, syntax, and semantics, with a particular emphasis on comparing the grammatical systems of English and Polish. Students learn to analyze grammatical structures, apply linguistic terminology, and independently identify and describe grammatical phenomena. The course focuses on developing analytical and interpretative skills and prepares students for independent learning in grammar studies.

General Academic Profile

Full-time programme

Obligatory course (M_5)

The humanisties, linguistics.

Year 1, Semesters 1 and 2

Prerequisites: The student should understand the basics of English grammar description and know its basic terms.

Number of hours: 60 h, practical classes

Teaching methods: informative, problem-oriented, practical.

4 ECTS points

Students' workload balance

Participation in the practical class: 60 h

Preparation for the class and Revision for the test: 30 h

Consultations with the teacher: 10 h

Revision for the the test and attending it: 17 h

Numerical indicators:

Students' workload connected with classes which require the teacher's participation: 72 h

Students' workload connected with classes of rpactical nature: 60 h
Bibliography:

1. L. Bauer: English Word-Formation, CUP 1983

2. A. Carstairs-McCarthy: An Introduction to English Morphology, Edinburgh University Press 2002

3. S. Chalker: A Student’s English Grammar, Longman 1992

4. J.R. Hurford: Semantics 2nd ed., CUP 2007

5. R. Huddleston, G.K. Pullum: The Cambridge Grammar of the English Language, CUP 2002

6. V. Fromkin, R. Rodman: An Introduction to Language 5th ed., Harcourt Brace Jovanovich 1993

7. Language Files: Materials for an Introduction to Language and Linguistics 6th ed., Ohio State University Press 1994

8. J. Miller: An Introduction to English Syntax, Edinburgh University Press 2008

9. B. Szymanek: Introduction to Morphological Analysis, PWN 1998

10. G. Yule: The Study of Language, 2nd ed. CUP 1996

11. Pawłowska, K. Word, Phrase, Clause. The Basics of Descriptive Grammar. Białystok 2012
Notes:

The course will conclude with a graded credit. There will be scored tests during the course. Only a score of more than 51% on all tests will allow students to receive credit.

51-60=3, 61-70-=3+, 71-80=4, 81-90=4+, 91-100=5

Students who score less than 51% can take a revision test of the entire material during the examination session of the summer semester. In order to pass it, they must obtain min. 51% of the points, however, regardless of the number of points, the only grade possible is a pass mark.

(2 absences per semester allowed),

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