ERASMUS INTENSIVE LANGUAGE COURSES

ERASMUS INTENSIVE LANGUAGE COURSES 2013-14 - ORGANISING INSTITUTION’S INFORMATION FORM INSTITUTION NAME: ADDRESS:

NATIONAL DEFENCE UNIVERSITY 00-910 WARSAW AL. GEN. A. CHRUSCIELA 103

COUNTRY: EILC LANGUAGE LEVEL COURSES ORGANISED:

POLAND

POLISH LEVEL I (BEGINNER)  NUMBER OF COURSES:3 DATES: 02.09.2013-27.09.2013

LEVEL II (INTERMEDIATE) NUMBER OF COURSES: DATES:

NUMBER OF COURSES:1 DATES: 07.01.2014-31.01.2014 WWW.ERASMUS.AON.EDU.PL

WEB SITE

Please note that all student EILC applications for our EILC should be sent by e-mail to the following address: [email protected] (Erasmus National Agency in Poland). Students are also required to register on-line at: http://www.erasmus.org.pl/eilc-poland

STAFF JOB TITLE / NAME

CONTACT PERSON FOR EILC

LTC ANDRZEJ SOBOŃ, PHD JOB TITLE

ERASMUS COORDINATOR

RESPONSIBLE PERSON FOR THE PROGRAMME

ANNA JANKOWSKA, MA

ADDRESS, TELEPHONE, FAX, E-MAIL

al. Gen. A. Chruściela 103 00-910 Warsaw PL, Poland Phone: +48 22 6813823, cell: +48 606 663 202 Fax: +48 22 6813175 e-mail address: [email protected] al. Gen. A. Chruściela 103 00-910 Warsaw PL, Poland Phone: +48 22 6814170 Fax: +48 22 6813175 e-mail address: [email protected]

PART I: GENERAL INFORMATION  DESCRIPTION OF TOWN - SHORT HISTORY AND LOCATION

Welcome to Warsaw, the capital city of Poland, a charming city with a distinctive atmosphere and which is definitely worth visiting. The Warsaw metropolis is located in the heart of Europe, at the meeting point of trade routes from the West to the East and from the North to the South of the continent. The history and atmosphere of this magnificent country is a fascinating combination of influences of Western and Eastern Europe, where tradition meets modernity. Warsaw will certainly enchant you. This is an invitation to discover this city full of contrasts, where historical monuments and modern architecture coexist on every street. Historical palaces and buildings and older architectural structures, destroyed during World War II, have been accurately reconstructed in such a way that it is impossible to differentiate between any of the original pre-war buildings and those rebuilt after the war. The urban structure of this city is set in open green spaces and municipal parks. Come and visit this vibrant European metropolis. Leave with unforgettable memories; for those who decide to stay a bit longer, Warsaw will certainly offer you many memorable experiences. The University is located in Rembertów, an administrative district of, Warsaw. This unique location of the University in the vicinity of green forests provides students and academic teachers with a comfortable, natural environment. Between 1939 and 1957 Rembertów was a separate town. Then it was incorporated as part of the district of Praga Południe. Between 1994 and 2002 it formed a separate commune of Warszawa-Rembertów. I n the 1940s it was the site of a prison operated first by the Nazis, followed by the Soviets. Under the communist regime military executions were carried out at this location. Rembertów covers 19,30 km² and as of 2004 had 21,893 inhabitants. It is sparsely populated; more than 30% of the district is covered by forests, including parts of the Kawęczyn Forest Reserve. Rembertów is home to the University of National Defence, established in 1947 as the Academy of General Staff (Akademia Sztabu Generalnego). If you are in Warsaw it is a must to see the Old Town - a cultural lounge of the capital. During the tourist season, it becomes a stage for concerts in the open air, drama performances and art galleries. Romantic backstreets sloping down to the river and stylish cafés with pleasant music playing in the background are perfect places for a break from sightseeing. The Old Town is also a place of interest for the enthusiasts of sacred art. After having suffered heavy war damages, the quarter was reconstructed with the fidelity that assured its position in the UNESCO list . The next phase in your itinerary should be a walk along the Royal Route – the most representative road in the city, linking the Royal Castle with the palaces in Łazienki and Wilanów. You will be enchanted with the the route, shaped by history, and the atmosphere of its palaces, churches, bourgeois tenements and seats of the government. Although a walk along the Royal Route takes only an hour, it is a journey through centuries and a lesson of history. An interesting point on the route is Wilanów and King Jan Sobieski III’s summer residence with lavishly embellished interiors. It is also worth taking a walk along the alleys of the Wilanów historical park. The Powązki Cemetery was founded in 1790, according to the design by D. Merlini – the court architect of king Stanislaw August Poniatowski. People from the King’s entourage and family are buried in the catacombs. Numerous historical tombs of artistic value have also been preserved. At the back of the catacombs is the Avenue of Merit, where the most prominent Poles are buried. Before World War II, Warsaw was the second city in Europe and the fourth city in the world as far as the number of Jewish inhabitants is concerned. About 400 000 Jews, nearly 30 per cent of the total population of the city, lived here. During the war the Nazis organized and later destroyed the Jewish Ghetto. The sites such as

the Jewish Cemetery, Nożyk Synagogue and Umschlagplatz - the site from where the Germans transported about 300 000 Jewish citizens to Treblinka Extermination Camp - commemorate the martyrdom of Jewish people. Housingquarters built after World War II make a different impression. In the period 1949-1956 a new style was imposed on Polish architects, i.e..socialist realism. It called for the conformity of the world’s image with Marxist ideas and the simplicity of form. Optimism, giving priority to subject matters such as manual labour, class struggle and working class movement were characteristic features of the style (i.e. Marszałkowska Housing District (MDM), the Palace of Culture and Science constructed in 1952).

- MAIN LOCAL/CULTURAL EVENTS

Warsaw’s cultural life is ever vibrant. Everyone can find something for himself in every month. For lovers of cinema and theatre are Lab Multimedia Art Festival or Open-Air Theatre Festival. May is the best time for entertainment - this is student month when every university is making ‘Juvenalia’ – concert and other attractions for students. In May it is possible to listen Chopin’s music during Open-Air Concerts in Royal Park next to statue of Chopin. Also very interesting night is ‘Museum Night’ when all cultural places are open for visitors and have prepared special cultural program for that day. Also fanatics of sport won’t be bored here: there are a lot of place for runners in whole Warsaw. It is also possible to rent city bikes and go for trip and left bicycle in other place in Warsaw. For additional information visit www.warsawtour.pl; www.um.warszawa.pl - HOW TO REACH TOWN (LINKS FROM THE NEAREST AIRPORT, TRAIN OR COACH STATIONS)

The Warsaw Frederic Chopin Airport is located about 15 km from the city center. The Arrivals Hall (international and domestic) is located in the new Terminal 2 building (ground level), the International Departures Hall is located in Terminal 1 (level two), the International and Domestic Departures Hall is located in Terminal 2 (level two). You can reach the city center by bus # 175. To reach center you can use trains which has station next to Terminal 2. All trains from Chopin airport will stop on Warszawa Śródmieście (S2) or Warszawa Centralna (S3). You can also reach Warszawa Rembertów straight from Chopin Airport. Line S2 is going from Chopin Airport to Sulejówek Miłosna and stopping on Warszawa Rembertów. Then, get on the SKM train at Warszawa Śródmieście station and get off at Warszawa Rembertów. From Terminals 1 and 2, bus # 188 takes you to the bus stop Metro Politechnika (18 stops ca. 22 min) where you change for bus # 143 and get off at Rembertów-AON stop. Buses and taxis depart from Terminal 1 and 2. ZTM tickets are valid on both SKM Rail and buses. For more information visit www.ztm.pl or at ZTM or call +48 22 194 84 In Warsaw there are three large railway stations for international and domestic connections: Warsaw West (Warszawa Zachodnia), Warsaw Centre (Warszawa Centralna), Warsaw East (Warszawa Wschodnia). Warszawa Centralna is the most convenient station as it is located in the heart of the city center (54 Jerozolimskie Ave). If you wish to continue by train, you get off at Warszawa Zachodnia or Warszawa Wschodnia and change for the SKM train or KM train and get off at Warszawa Rembertów.

- TRANSPORT IN TOWN (BRIEF INFORMATION ON THE MAIN MEANS OF TRANSPORT AVAILABLE)

The best way to learn about the city is sightseeing on foot. Hence, we recommend taking a walk in the Old Town and its surroundings – the area with numerous monuments, museums and galleries. You can also visit more

distant places, such as Żelazowa Wola by car. However, from the practical point of view, it is not the best means of transport to use in this city. Visitors are advised to use public transport to avoid traffic jams. On weekdays parking in the city centre is charged. In order to reach other parts of the city it is advisable to use public transport. For instance, the tourist 180 bus route leads through all the interesting sites in the city: from Wilanów to Powązki Cemetery. Obviously, the fastest means of transport are underground trains. Warsaw Metro has one line, which connects Bielany District (Młociny station) with its southern part Ursynów (Kabaty station). The Metro runs between 5 a.m. and midnight with trains every 3-4 minutes during peak hours, and every 7-8 minutes during off-peak hours. On Friday and Saturday they also run after midnight every 15 minutes until 2.45 a.m. You can also travel by tram or bus. Regular city buses 1xx, 2xx, 3xx, fast buses 4xx and 5xx, express buses E-x. Express buses run on working days only, during peak hours. There are also suburban buses - 7xx and 8xx. City and suburban lines operate between 4 a.m. and midnight. Night buses - Nxx run from 11.15 p.m. until 4.30 a.m. every 30 or 60 minutes. If you decide to use public transport, it is economical to buy a term ticket, valid for one day or a number of days. In all means of public transport – urban, suburban and underground – it is obligatory to hold a ticket with the printed inscription “ZTM Warszawa”. Tickets are sold at newsagent’s stands. It is also possible to buy them from a driver. Luggage, including bicycles, can be transported without any extra charge. For information on public transport visit: http://www.ztm.waw.pl. As far as taxi service is concerned, the most convenient way is to order it on the phone. If you flag a taxi down make sure you ask how much your fare is going to be. There is also a growing net of bicycle lanes which lead outside the city - to the Kampinos Primeval Forest or Powsin.

 SHORT DESCRIPTION OF THE ORGANISING INSTITUTION The National Defence University (NDU) is the most prestigious university of command and staff character of the Armed Forces of the Republic of Poland. Military and civilian students are educated here in the field of security and defence. The university provides trainings for the civilian personnel of central and self-government institutions and organizes scientific research in the scope of military sciences. For 30 years the University has been also organizing the Polish language courses for foreigners – prospective NDU and other military and civilian universities’ students. Extensive didactic base, long-term experience and individual approach to students allow for perfect preparation of the course participants both for a certified exam as well as for the STANAG 6001 exam. The possibility of taking a STANAG 6001 exam (level 1, 2, 3) on our university’s premises constitutes an additional asset for the course participants, as the NDU is the only centre in Poland that has been granted the right to organise these exams by the Minister of National Defence. High quality of the education at the University is ensured by approximately 250 scientific and educational employees (faculty). On a yearly basis the National Defence University organizes over 50 conferences and symposia (many of them with an international audience) and releases several scientific publications. Significant role in the didactic process is played by command-post exercises, many of which are organized together with civil administration. Within the structure of the National Defence University there is War Games and Simulation Centre, the only one in Poland and one of the most modern in Europe. The NDU Foreign Languages Teaching Centre will be responsible for the didactic side of this enterprise. The Foreign Languages Centre employs over 30 language teachers, including teachers of English, German, French, Russian and Polish. The Centre teaches languages to about 8000 civilian and military students a year. Organizational matters shall be coordinated by: (1) the university coordinator of the Erasmus programme and specialists of Erasmus programme – assistance in dealing with formalities; (2) Promotion of Education and Culture Branch and Erasmus Student Network AON (students’ organization) – organizing free time activities after classes. Every training group shall have two English speaking assistants who shall enable foreign students’

integration with the local academic community.

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ACCOMMODATION

- SHORT DESCRIPTION OF THE ACCOMMODATION OFFERED (HOTEL, APARTMENTS, STUDENT HALLS, OTHERS; IF THERE ARE COOKING FACILITIES) AND ON THE RENT TO BE PAID PER WEEK

The university has its own dormitories and hotels. The halls of residence are integrated into the surroundings and the environment of the area is protected due to its natural value. Historical buildings in the area of the university campus are incorporated in the surrounding flora creating a perfect harmony of colors and shapes which is worthy of attention of people sensitive to beauty. The grounds are surrounded with a wall, but are accessible for the general public. EILC students shall be accommodated in single or double (as requested) rooms of high standard with en suite bathrooms. The rooms are equipped with TV sets, radios, divan beds, bedding, tables, chairs, cupboards and bedside lamps, cordless kettles, basic dishes and place settings. All rooms have free of charge Internet access. Accommodation cost (twin room, two beds) for a course amounts to 450 PLN (about 110 € according to the exchange rate of April 2013). An internal parking place needs to be reserved in advance. National Defence University has a multilingual Internet website where the full information on the EILC courses is included. The website www.erasmus.aon.edu.pl contains also additional information for Erasmus students, providing details of participation in EILC courses. Every participant shall receive an information package including information concerning the course, a timetable, a map with university buildings, contact details, information concerning living in Warsaw, useful addresses, public transport timetable, etc. 

MEALS

- SHORT DESCRIPTION ON THE SERVICES OFFERED (UNIVERSITY CANTEENS, RESTAURANTS, BARS, OTHERS)

The university provides a possibility of using the services of the canteen which offers tasty home-like cuisine. The canteen has 280 places for guests who may be served at the same time. The cost of full board in the student canteen amounts to 35 PLN a day (9 €), and for the whole stay – 1025 PLN (250 €). Participants could order meals separately: (1) breakfast 12,23 PLN; (2) lunch 14,32 PLN; (3) supper 9,31 PLN. Meals are served at the following times: (1) breakfast 6.45 – 8.30; (2) lunch 13.30 – 15.45; (3) supper 18.00 – 19.30. If you need any diet or other limitations we can arrange special food for you if you let us know about it before your arrival. The building where the classes take place houses a small diner serving light meals and drinks. In the surroundings of NDU there are also bakeries, grocery stores and restaurants. The cost of living can vary and depends on personal demands and life style. In general, to cover basic monthly expenses while living in Warsaw foreign students would need about 350-500 EUR.

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RECEPTION OF STUDENTS

- MEETING POINT (PLACE, DATE AND TIME OF FIRST MEETING - FOR EACH COURSE WHERE DIFFERENT)

Organizational matters shall be coordinated by: (1) the university coordinator of the Erasmus programme and specialists of Erasmus programme – assistance in dealing with formalities; (2) Promotion of Education and Culture Branch and Erasmus Student Network AON (students’ organization) – organising free time activities after classes. Every training group shall have four English speaking assistants who shall enable foreign students’

integration with the local academic community. A general information for all participants: Hotel no 50, al. gen Chruściela 103, 00-910 Warsaw Arrival day: 31.08 – 01.09.2013 (summer); 05–06.01.2014 (winter), departure day: 28.09.2013 (summer), 01.02.2014 (winter). Inauguration ceremony: Monday, 02.09.2013 (summer), 07.01.2014 (winter) (08.00 am), lecture theatre of gen. Kuropieska, block no 14, First day of classes: Tuesday, 03.08.2013 (summer), 08.01.2014 (winter), Foreign Language Center block nr 94.

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EXTRA MURAL ACTIVITIES

- SITE VISITS

Students shall have an opportunity to participate in 4 lectures (8 hours altogether) on the following matters: (1) History of Warsaw – from the Wars and Sawa – legendary founders of Warsaw - burg city to the 21st century Warsaw; (2) Polish traditions and customs; (3) Polish history – from the Poland of the Piasts to the Second Republic of Poland; (4) The most recent history of Poland – from regaining independence in 1918 to the accession to the European Union. Additionally, the students shall have an opportunity to participate in following activities: 1) Tree-day coach trip to Cracow, Wieliczka, Zakopane (September) and Gdańsk, Malbork, Sopot (January); 2) One day study visit in Museum of the Mazovian Countryside in Sierpc; 3) Integration meetings (meetings with Polish students); 4) Sightseeing of National Stadium; 5) Study visit of Polish Parliament; 6) Study visit of Presidential Palace; 7) Saturday Salsa Night; 8) Bowling; 9) Skating (January); 10) Warsaw Jazz Night (September).

- SPORTS FACILITIES (SWIMMING, TENNIS, GYMNASIUM; OPENING DAYS AND AVAILABLE INFORMATION)

Students shall be able to use free of charge the most modern sport centre in the Polish Armed Forces, composed of: a stadium, two gyms, a martial art arena, an indoor swimming pool and for a fee: a fitness room, a sauna and a biological regeneration centre. Course participants shall be provided with further details in a special information packet available at www.aon.edu.pl - ENTERTAINMENT (CINEMA, THEATRE, ETC.; BRIEF INFORMATION ON PLACES AND STUDENT FACILITIES)

Warsaw has plenty to offer in terms of cultural and sports events. The capital city loves music. Thus, not a day passes without an interesting performance being staged in a concert hall or a church. Drama aficionados compare the vividness of theatre in Warsaw to the one in London, as there is always one of Shakespeare’s plays on stage. Certainly nobody who visits Warsaw suffers from boredom and lack of interesting cultural events, just consult the calendar of events. One can also find useful information at www.warsawtour.pl, www.e-warsaw.pl.

PART II: COURSE(S) DESCRIPTION COURSE NO: 1, 2, 3 AND 4 LEVEL: I: Beginner course PERIOD: 4 weeks

(CEF A1/A2 level) FROM... 02.09.2013 07.01.2014

TO... 27.09.2013 31.01.2014

 LANGUAGE COMPONENT - SHORT DESCRIPTION OF LANGUAGE COMPONENT: OBJECTIVES AND TEACHING METHODS

The classes shall be held in the morning from Monday do Friday, 20 hours a week. In the afternoon students will be able to use the library with the Internet access and classrooms equipped with TV sets, DVD players and to rehearse material with the help of the TV Polish language course programme. All required language textbooks will be available in the NDU library. Additional materials shall be provided free of charge. One class will be conducted by 3 highly qualified and experienced academic teachers (Polish language teachers and a historian) who speak English, specialise in individual forms of teaching and are full-time employees of the NDU Foreign Languages Teaching Centre. Moreover, not only is our personnel well qualified but also wellmannered, open and considerate. Our lecturers use teaching methods which combine the communicative approach with the instruction in the field of grammar. In the teaching process they stress harmonious development of all language skills: listening, reading, speaking and writing. The purpose of the A1/A2 courses is to prepare students to communicate at a basic level in simple everyday-life situations, and hence, the course syllabus shall include the following issues: (1) learning basic rules of pronunciation and intonation; (2) learning basic language skills for simple everyday life situations, e.g. meeting new people, shopping, at a restaurant, telephoning, getting information, travelling, at a doctor’s, meeting friends, etc.; (3) learning basic vocabulary concerning the above situations; (4) basic information on the structure of the Polish language. - SUBJECT-SPECIFIC LANGUAGE ELEMENTS (e.g. special modules for students in particular disciplines) IF YES, SPECIFY:

 YES  NO

In accordance with course participants’ suggestions. - DURATION TOTAL NUMBER OF CLASSES HOURS IN CLASSROOM HOURS OF PRACTICE CONVERSATION/LANGUAGE LABORATORY OTHER (PLEASE SPECIFY) 4 lectures

h.96 h.80 h.8 h. 8

- ASSESSMENT (SPECIFY IF THE ASSESSMENT IS MADE BY WRITTEN/ORAL EXAMINATION, ASSIGNMENT, ETC.)

On the first day of the course participants will be tested to allow assignment to the appropriate level. Level

changes and group transfers will be possible within three days after the course beginning. Later transfers will be possible only after a consultation with the Director of the Polish Language Program. Participants’ progress will be evaluated by short tests after the end of every lesson and main tests after the end of each week. At A1/A2 level mainly listening and speaking skills shall be tested, e.g. the ability to talk in different, simple situations, followed by tests in reading and writing skills. Students will be provided with CEF checklists so that they will be able to assess their progress. The course shall be concluded with an exam in two parts (spoken and written) including four language skills. In order to obtain a passing grade you will need to achieve the score of minimum 75% of total number of points. The intensive courses of Polish shall end with an exam testing the level of four language skills. National Defence University has been using the ECTS from 2005, and on this basis after the completion of the EILC course, 4 ECTS points shall be granted for the achieved learning results. Students will also receive certificates of completion of the course and a Transcript of Records.

 COURSE FACILITIES - TEACHING AIDS X AUDIO/VIDEO MATERIALS YES - TV

programme “Uczymy się po polsku” („We learn Polish”) “Grampol”, “RosettaStone”-e-learning programme X HANDOUTS/PRINTED TEXTS YES - A. Burkat, A.Jasińska, „Hura!!! Po polsku? (1 i 2)” and „Gramatyka języka polskiego dla cudzoziemców” X TRANSPARENCIES YES X OTHER : (SPECIFY) „Ilustrowany słownik podstawowy języka polskiego dla cudzoziemców” and bilingual dictionaries X COMPUTER/SOFTWARE YES – “Dictation”,

- LIBRARY

YES

IF YES, SPECIFY: TIMES OPENING DAYS ADDRESS

COST - LANGUAGE LABORATORY

11.00 – 19.00 (PUBLIC HOLIDAY UNTILL 15.00) MONDAY – SUNDAY LIBRARY, AL. GEN. A. CHRUSCIELA 103 BUILDING NO 14S FREE YES

IF YES, SPECIFY: TIMES OPENING DAYS ADDRESS COST TIMES OPENING DAYS ADDRESS COST

12.00 – 14.00 THURSDAY Centre of Foreign Languages, Al. Gen. A. Chrusciela 103 Building No 94 Free 8.00 – 15.30 MONDAY –FRIDAY Advanced Distributed Learning (ADL) Al. Gen. A. Chruściela 103 building No 4 Free, available after earlier booking

 CULTURAL COMPONENT - SHORT DESCRIPTION OF THE CULTURAL ELEMENTS INCLUDED IN THE COURSE: OBJECTIVES AND TEACHING METHODS

Students shall be able to participate in the following free time activities: (1) activities during the classes devoted to the history of Warsaw – from the Wars and Sawa – legendary founders of Warsaw - burg city to the 21st century Warsaw, Polish traditions and customs, Polish history – from the Poland of the Piasts to the Second Republic of Poland, the most recent history of Poland – from regaining independence in 1918 to the accession to the European Union; (2) historical and cultural trip to the Warsaw Rising Museum; (3) trips to the Museum of Technology, the National Museum, Zachęta National Gallery of Art and the Chopin Museum; (4) trips to Polish Television and Copernicus Science Centre, the Museum of Caricature and Centre for Contemporary Art; (5) visiting the the National Theatre, the Polish National Opera, the Chamber Opera and the National Philharmonic Hall ; (6) visiting Palace of Culture and Science in Warsaw; (7) presentation of basic equipment and armament; (8) meeting with the representatives of the University authorities; (9) sightseeing in Warsaw (the Old Town, the Royal Park – Łazienki Park, the Summer Residence of the King Jan III Sobieski in Wilanów, the Saxon Garden and Tomb of the Unknown Soldier); (10) going out to students’ clubs, the cinema, bowling and ice skating; (11) other – in accordance with course participants’ suggestions. - DURATION TOTAL HOURS OF ACTIVITIES

min 100 h organized by University

 TEACHERS AND SUPPORT STAFF NUMBER OF...:  TEACHERS  ADMINISTRATORS  STUDENTS

6 6 6