Please note! Course description is confirmed for two academic years, 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
Upon completing this course, the student will have a better understanding of their strengths as performers, and how to further enhance their skills. The overarching goal is for the student to find confidence and enjoyment in business presentations or when pitching ideas.
Credits: 6
Schedule: 14.09.2020 - 21.10.2020
Teacher in charge (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022): Rita Järventie-Thesleff
Teacher in charge (applies in this implementation): Rita Järventie-Thesleff
Contact information for the course (applies in this implementation):
CEFR level (applies in this implementation):
Language of instruction and studies (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022):
Teaching language: English
Languages of study attainment: English
CONTENT, ASSESSMENT AND WORKLOAD
Content
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
While the buzz seems to be about the digital, human interaction and making presentations is as important as ever. At the same time, very few people feel at ease speaking in public. Most of this awkwardness is caused by lack of experience and irrational fear of the unknown. But fear not, this is where practice comes in.
During the workshops of this course, the students will be studying and developing their performance skills in a safe environment, with the help of exercises more commonly used by actors. Attendance is compulsory to all eight (8) workshops, no exceptions. No prior acting/performing experience is needed.
The workshops are highly learning by doing consisting of basic acting exercises and discussions.
The assignments consist of workshop specific preparation and written reports on books/articles and/or self-reflective essays.
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
Active attendance in lectures. Attendance compulsory. Compulsory course assignments (100%).
Workload
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
6 credits, 160 hours:
1. Workshops (40 h)
2. Preparation for workshops (60 h)
4. Assignments and learning diaries (60 h)
DETAILS
Study Material
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
Pre-readings assigned by the lecturer.
Prerequisites
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
very good English skills
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