Course: Advances in Science

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Course title Advances in Science
Course code UCH/948
Organizational form of instruction Lecture + Lesson
Level of course Master
Year of study not specified
Semester Winter and summer
Number of ECTS credits 3
Language of instruction Czech, English
Status of course unspecified
Form of instruction Face-to-face
Work placements This is not an internship
Recommended optional programme components None
Course availability The course is available to visiting students
Lecturer(s)
  • Kutá Smatanová Ivana, prof. Mgr. Ph.D.
  • Havlíčková Petra, RNDr.
  • Kaščáková Barbora, Mgr. Ph.D.
Course content
The course offers students a unique opportunity to explore current topics in science through lectures delivered by leading experts from various scientific fields. Each lecture will focus on key questions and challenges faced by modern scientific research. Following each presentation, a discussion will take place to encourage critical thinking and interdisciplinary connections. The course is designed for students who are interested in broadening their horizons and understanding science within wider contexts. The course offers students a unique opportunity to explore current topics in science through lectures delivered by leading experts from various scientific fields. Each lecture will focus on key questions and challenges faced by modern scientific research. Following each presentation, a discussion will take place to encourage critical thinking and interdisciplinary connections. The course is designed for students who are interested in broadening their horizons and understanding science within wider contexts.

Learning activities and teaching methods
Dialogic (discussion, interview, brainstorming), Work with text (with textbook, with book), Activating (simulations, games, drama), Work with multi-media resources (texts, internet, IT technologies), Individual tutoring
  • Class attendance - 52 hours per semester
  • Preparation for credit - 10 hours per semester
  • Preparation for classes - 13 hours per semester
Learning outcomes
The objectives of the course are: 1. To provide students with the opportunity to familiarize themselves with the latest trends, methods, and discoveries across various scientific disciplines, enabling them to connect knowledge from different fields and view science within broader contexts. 2. To demonstrate the practical benefits of science and research and to inspire students to pursue their own projects or a future scientific career. 3. To create a platform for interaction with leading scientists and experts, thereby fostering the development of professional relationships. 4. To develop presentation and communication skills. Students will be involved in preparing questions, participating in discussions, or summarizing lectures to practice critical thinking and public communication skills.
Students will be involved in preparing questions, participating in discussions, or summarizing lectures to practice critical thinking and public communication skills.
Prerequisites
The minimum requirement for students is the knowledge acquired upon completion of a professionally oriented bachelor's degree program.

Assessment methods and criteria
Interview, Colloquium

The final output of the course is an essay or project reflecting the knowledge gained. The student will receive credit based on the analysis and personal evaluation of the attended lectures.
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