Modern Literature Seminar 1 - KLIT011

• Title: Modern Literature Seminar 1
• Guaranteed by: Department of Ecclesiastical History and Literary History (26-KCD)
• Faculty: Catholic Theological Faculty
• Actual: from 2023
• Semester: winter
• E-Credits: 4
• Examination process: winter s.:
• Hours per week, examination: winter s.:0/2, MC [HT]
• Capacity: unknown / unknown (unknown)
• Min. number of students: unlimited
• 4EU+: no
• Virtual mobility / capacity: no
• Key competences: critical thinking, 4EU+ Flagship 2, multilingualism
• State of the course: not taught
• Language: English
• Teaching methods: full-time
• Note: you can enroll for the course repeatedly; course can be enrolled in outside the study plan; enabled for web enrollment; priority enrollment if the course is part of the study plan
• Guarantor: ThLic. Bc. Barbora Šmejdová, Ph.D.
• Is interchangeable with: KLIT038

Annotation

English

With a focus on non-native English speakers, the course aims to develop critical reading, discussion, and analysis skills through reading the chosen works of English authors. The seminar is focused on creating an intellectually stimulating environment that encourages active participation and meaningful dialogue. Engaging in discussions with peers will not only enhance students’ fluency in English but also provide a platform for the exchange of ideas, critical thinking, and the exploration of diverse perspectives.

Last update: Šmejdová Barbora, ThLic. Bc., Ph.D. (07.06.2023)

Czech

Kurz zaměřený na nerodilé mluvčí angličtiny si klade za cíl rozvíjet dovednosti kritického čtení, diskuse a analýzy prostřednictvím četby vybraných děl anglických autorů. Seminář si klade za cíl vytvoření intelektuálně podnětného prostředí, které podporuje aktivní účast a smysluplný dialog. Zapojení do diskusí s kolegy nejen zlepší plynulost angličtiny samotných studentů, ale také poskytne platformu pro výměnu myšlenek, kritické myšlení a objevování různých perspektiv.

Last update: Šmejdová Barbora, ThLic. Bc., Ph.D. (07.06.2023)

Aim of the course

English

The course aims to equip non-native English-speaking students with essential skills in reading, discussing, and analyzing English literature. By engaging in this seminar, students will enhance their abilities in these areas, which are highly relevant to their academic pursuits in the fields of literature and humanities.

Last update: Šmejdová Barbora, ThLic. Bc., Ph.D. (07.06.2023)

Czech

Cílem kurzu je vybavit studenty, pro které angličtina není rodným jazykem, základními dovednostmi v oblasti čtení a analýzy anglické literatury. Díky účasti na tomto semináři si studenti rozšíří své schopnosti v těchto oblastech, které jsou podstatné pro studium literárních a humanitních oborů.

Last update: Šmejdová Barbora, ThLic. Bc., Ph.D. (07.06.2023)

Course completion requirements

English

The aim of the seminar is to help students read literature in English and discuss it in English. In order to obtain the credit, regular attendance, participation in discussions and willingness to start reading or willingness to read in English are necessary.

Last update: Šmejdová Barbora, ThLic. Bc., Ph.D. (07.06.2023)

Czech

Cílem kursu je pomoci studentům začít číst literární texty v angličtině a v angličtině o nich diskutovat. Pro získání zápočtu je závazná většinová účast na seminářích, aktivní práce, diskuse, schopnost "rozečíst se" nebo již rovnou číst literární texty v angličtině. 

Last update: Šmejdová Barbora, ThLic. Bc., Ph.D. (07.06.2023)

Literature

English

The chosen texts will include British authors from the first half of the 20^th century such as, for example, Virginia Wolf, Catherine Mansfield, T. S. Eliot, J. R. R. Tolkien, and Aldous Huxley. 

Required reading:

Virginia Wolf, "The Mark on the Wall"

Catherine Mansfield, "The Fly"

T. S. Eliot, chosen poetry

J. R. R. Tolkien, "Leaf by Niggle"

Aldous Huxley, Brave New World

 

Recommended reading:

Terry Eagleton, How to Read Literature (New Haven: Yale University Press, 2014).

Jonathan Bate, English Literature: A Very Short Introduction (Oxford, Oxford University Press, 2010).

Peter Ackroyd, Albion: The Origins of the English Imagination (New York, Anchor, 2004).

 

 

 

Last update: Šmejdová Barbora, ThLic. Bc., Ph.D. (07.06.2023)

Czech

Vybrané texty budou zahrnovat britské autory první poloviny 20. století, jako jsou například Virginia Wolfová, Catherine Mansfieldová, T. S. Eliot, J. R. R. Tolkien a Aldous Huxley. 

Povinná literatura:

Virginia Wolf, "The Mark on the Wall"

Catherine Mansfield, "The Fly"

T. S. Eliot, chosen poetry

J. R. R. Tolkien, "Leaf by Niggle"

Aldous Huxley, Brave New World

Doporučená četba:

Terry Eagleton, How to Read Literature (New Haven: Yale University Press, 2014).

Jonathan Bate, English literature: A Very Short Introduction (Oxford, Oxford University Press, 2010).

Peter Ackroyd, Albion: The Origins of the English Imagination (New York, Anchor, 2004).

Last update: Šmejdová Barbora, ThLic. Bc., Ph.D. (07.06.2023)

Teaching methods

Through guided instruction, students will learn how to navigate complex texts, identify key themes, and analyze the various literary devices employed by authors. Thanks to close reading exercises and participating in guided discussions, students will refine their ability to comprehend and interpret English literature with depth and nuance.

Last update: Šmejdová Barbora, ThLic. Bc., Ph.D. (07.06.2023)

Syllabus

English

Introduction

Virginia Wolf, "The Mark on the Wall"

Catherine Mansfield, "The Fly"

T. S. Eliot, chosen poetry

J. R. R. Tolkien, "Leaf by Niggle"

Aldous Huxley, Brave New World

Last update: Šmejdová Barbora, ThLic. Bc., Ph.D. (07.06.2023)

Czech

Úvod

Virginia Wolf, "The Mark on the Wall"

Catherine Mansfield, "The Fly"

T. S. Eliot, chosen poetry

J. R. R. Tolkien, "Leaf by Niggle"

Aldous Huxley, Brave New World

Last update: Šmejdová Barbora, ThLic. Bc., Ph.D. (07.06.2023)

Entry requirements

Entry requirements: advanced knowledge of English, enabling fluent reading of modern texts and discussion. 

Last update: Šmejdová Barbora, ThLic. Bc., Ph.D. (07.06.2023)