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
Upon completion of this course, the students will be able to
- Recognise the strategies and elements that enhance clarity and audience-friendliness in both oral and written communication
- Apply these strategies and elements in oral presentations and writing related to their field of study
- Distinguish between formal and informal styles of communication
Credits: 3
Schedule: 14.09.2020 - 07.12.2020
Teacher in charge (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022): Susan Gamache
Teacher in charge (applies in this implementation): Susan Gamache
Contact information for the course (valid 18.08.2020-21.12.2112):
susan.gamache@aalto.fi
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:
This course introduces written and oral communication principles and strategies that are applicable to professional and academic purposes and is at the same time integrated with a content course. Written tasks and oral tasks will support the content course and be largely determined by its requirements. Throughout this course, students work individually and/or in small groups to develop their presentation and writing skills. Moreover, students give and receive constructive feedback on their work and revise it accordingly.
Working Life Skills: Varies according to each integration project.
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
- Preparatory assignments 40%
- Written assignment(s) 30%
- Oral assignment(s) 30% (Videoed)
Workload
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
81 h (Small group instruction 24 - 36 h + independent work 45 - 57 h)
DETAILS
Study Material
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
Provided by the teacher
Substitutes for Courses
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
LC-1113, LC-1114, LC-1115, LC-1121, LC-1110 + LC-1112, LC-1110 + LC-1111 + LC-1120
Registration for Courses
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
WebOodi
Applies in this implementation:
This group is integrated with ELEC-C 9801 - Design Thinking and Electronic Prototyping. In other words, only students in ELEC-C9801 can register for this group.
Due to the corona situation, all lesson are held on Zoom.
FURTHER INFORMATION
Further Information
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
At 3-credits, this course fulfils the university regulations on foreign language studies for oral and written skills. As the tasks of this language course are largely determined by each integration, please see the specific group syllabus for the course assignments, grading, and attendance policy.
Note: This course requires a minimum enrollment of 10 students.
Applies in this implementation:
This group is integrated with ELEC-C 9801 - Design Thinking and Electronic Prototyping. In other words, only students in ELEC-C9801 can register for this group.
Due to the corona situation, all lesson are held on Zoom.
- Teacher: Gamache Susan
- Teacher: Rybicki Jan-Mikael