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 completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Organise arguments clearly, cohesively, and concisely in speaking and writing
- Communicate ideas and arguments effectively in English in group projects and intercultural settings
- Apply academic writing conventions to different genres of written communication
- Apply effective strategies to the delivery of a presentation to a target audience
- Complete the assignments required by the Aaltonaut program more successfully
Credits: 3
Schedule: 09.09.2020 - 02.12.2020
Teacher in charge (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022): Maurice Forget, Susan Gamache, Jaana Suviniitty
Teacher in charge (applies in this implementation): Jaana Suviniitty
Contact information for the course (applies in this implementation):
CEFR level (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022):
B2 or higher
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 prepares students for spoken and written communication that is related to the context of Aaltonaut courses as well as the students’ future professional careers. As this course is integrated into the Aaltonaut Bachelor minor programme courses, the actual course content may vary depending on the Aaltonaut programme course offering. During the Aaltonaut Communication Skills course, students participate in individual, pair, and group work as a way to enhance their speaking and writing skills in English. To achieve this, the students will participate in a variety of communicative activities throughout the programme dealing with subjects, such as presentations, team communication, intercultural communication, and academic writing. Note that students may be videoed for oral assignments.
Working Life Skills:
Know-how related to my own field of studies, Knowledge of research in own field, Skills in a foreign language, Skills related to working in an international environment, Entrepreneurial skills, Problem-solving skills, Information retrieval skills, Ethical consciousness, Oral & Written communication, Team work skills, Skills in social relations, Self-awareness, Creativity, Critical thinking skills, Analytical skills, Lifelong learning skills, Career planning skills, and Self-confidence.
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
- Participation 40% (Attendance and active participation)
- Self and peer evaluation 20%
- Teacher evaluation 40%
Workload
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
3 cr: 36 – 44 h (contact / online teaching) + 37 – 45 h (guided independent work) 6 cr: 36 – 72 h (contact / online teaching) + 90 – 126 h (guided independent work)
DETAILS
Study Material
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
Provided by the teacher
Substitutes for Courses
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
Schools of Technology: 3 cr version substitutes for LC-1114 Communicating Technology or LC-1115 Persuasive Communication;
ARTS: 6 cr version substitutes for LCA-1008 Writing in Art, Design & Architecture and LCA-1009 Talking Art, Design & Architecture;
BIZ: 3 ECTs can be included in the 18 cr of the optional language/ communication courses.
- Teacher: Suviniitty Jaana