Please note! Course description is confirmed for two academic years (1.8.2018-31.7.2020), which means that in general, e.g. Learning outcomes, assessment methods and key content stays unchanged. However, via course syllabus, it is possible to specify or change the course execution in each realization of the course, such as how the contact sessions are organized, assessment methods weighted or materials used.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
The main goal of this course is that students will find their own way to learn, study and use English both in meaningful personal contexts as well as in academic/ working life situations.
Students will develop their English skills towards autonomous and spontaneous language use.
Furthermore, the goal is that students manage their own learning process by doing the following:
Analyzing their own identity as an English learner and their learning needs
· Setting personalized learning goals
· Choosing their approach to learning
· Making a concrete learning plan and carrying it out
· Reflecting on their learning process and results
Credits: 3
Schedule: 18.01.2019 - 31.05.2019
Teacher in charge (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022): Hanna Hakala, Laura Mendoza
Teacher in charge (applies in this implementation): Hanna Hakala
Contact information for the course (applies in this implementation):
CEFR level (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022):
B2
Language of instruction and studies (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022):
English
CONTENT, ASSESSMENT AND WORKLOAD
Content
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
The students will devise a personalized learning plan together with the teacher, in which they consider their own special needs and ways to learn a foreign language.
The small group meetings and individual consultations with the teacher will deal with several topics, such as:
· Language learner history and its effects on one s English learner identity
· Ways of reflecting on one s own learning, such as a learning diary
· Realistic methods for self-evaluation
· Using and developing English together with other students
· Skills for learning and studying English depending on the particular needs of the students: listening, reading, speaking, writing.Assessment methods and criteria:
- Completion of the study plan as agreed with the teacher
- No final examWorking Life Skills:
Skills in a foreign language, Written & Oral communication, Self-awareness, Lifelong learning skills, Self-confidence, Time management, and Team work skill
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
- Completion of the study plan as agreed with the teacher
- No final exam
Workload
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
81 h
DETAILS
Study Material
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
MyCourses page + student-selected learning materials depending on each individual plan
Substitutes for Courses
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
LCA-1001, LCA-1002, LCA-1008, LCA-1009, LCA-1111, LCA-1012, LCA-1013, LC-1117, LC-1121
FURTHER INFORMATION
Details on the schedule
Applies in this implementation:
Compulsory meetings for everyone taking this course:
Fri 18 Jan 10 - 15 in U411
Tue 22 Jan 9-12 in U410a
Fri 25 Jan 10-12 in U411
Mid-term session half way through the semester (to be agreed on together)
- Teacher: Hakala Hanna Liisa