UHVHMBP056 Forming National and Cultural Identities Based on History, Language Religion

Faculty of Philosophy and Science in Opava
Summer 2026
Extent and Intensity
0/0. 3 credit(s). Type of Completion: z (credit).
Taught in person.
Teacher(s)
Mgr. Igor Zmeták, Ph.D. (lecturer)
Guaranteed by
Mgr. Igor Zmeták, Ph.D.
Institute of Historical Sciences – Faculty of Philosophy and Science in Opava
Course Enrolment Limitations
The course is also offered to the students of the fields other than those the course is directly associated with.
fields of study / plans the course is directly associated with
Course objectives

The workshop focuses on topics aimed at the formation of cultural and national identities based on history, language, religion in a cultural-historical perspective. These themes are still relevant in contemporary societies and are used and abused in politics and social media.

The analysis, discussion and understanding of selected topics and issues is suitable for students in the humanities and philosophy departments.

 Participants will learn about historical, and still current, challenges such as cultural differences, cultural patterns, enculturation, ambiguity, linguistic nuances, and the transmission of emotion and information. Participants will have the opportunity to explore and compare historical themes and practical examples and discuss their own experiences. As part of their independent work, they will be given assignments that will allow them to practically apply the knowledge they have gained. The aim is not only to provide information, but more importantly to develop critical thinking skills in a historical and contemporary context.

Learning outcomes

Workshops: focusing on themes of cultural identities where history, language, religion, cultural patterns intersect

Cultural activities: exploring Opava, Silesia and the surrounding area, visiting local monuments, promoting cultural immersion.

 

Creative and personal engagement: workshops that promote understanding of information and theories in practice. Interactive discussions.

Syllabus

1. Virtual part - online workshop

Online lectures on topics :

- Roman-Germanic Slovakia

2.            Session part

1) Lecture and workshop with tour - History of Opava

2) Lecture and workshop at the Silesian Museum - Opava and Silesian identities - German, Czech, Polish, Jewish

3) Lecture and workshop - Forming national and religious identities since the 16th century - stories of ethnicities and personalities (Friuli, J.A. Komenský, J. Thurzo, M. Bel, P.J. Šebesta,...)

4)   Lecture and workshop - Slovenia and cultural identities

4) Lecture and workshop with excursion - Silesian Reformation - Czech and Polish Těšín

5) Lecture and workshop with excursion - Trenčín - Laugaricio - Roman, Jewish synagogue restored

 

Teaching methods
Lectures, workshops, excursions, discussions
Assessment methods

Involvement in discussions and activities

Language of instruction
English
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