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
- write more competently in formal and informal genres related to art, design and architecture
- express professional expertise in writing
- reflect on and implement the writing process from drafting to revision and final work
- apply principles of academic writing to produce sentences and paragraphs that are cohesive and easy to read
Credits: 3
Schedule: 27.10.2020 - 08.12.2020
Teacher in charge (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022): Susan Gamache, Signe-Anita Lindgren
Teacher in charge (applies in this implementation): Malachy Halpin
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:
In this course, students develop their skills in producing texts related to art, design and architecture.
Since the writing process parallels the stages of working in many of these fields of art, design and architecture, this course also goes through the stages of generating and developing ideas, exploring points of views, researching, revising, structuring and co-editing text.
The course combines elements of both creative and academic or professional writing, e.g. composing application letters, artist/designer statements, visual analyses. The initial writing exercises start with a more creative approach incorporating exploration, reflection and other such techniques.
As students gain confidence in writing, the course moves to address formal and academic or professional writing.
In addition to the differences between formal and informal writing, the course covers formal text structure as well as cohesion and coherence.
Throughout the course, students collaborate with their peers in class and online through brainstorming, sharing ideas, responding to each other's writing, and giving feedback.
Working Life Skills:
Know-how related to my own field of studies, Job seeking skills, Foreign language skills, Skills related to working in international environment, Information retrieval skills, Written communication skills, Team work skills, Self-Awareness, Critical thinking skills, Analytical skills, Lifelong learning skills, Career planning skills, Job seeking skills, Self-confidence, Creativity and Time management
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
- written assignments from the planning stage to the final version 70%
- completion of short (informal/formal) writing activities 20%
- continuous assessment of active contribution 10%
Successful completion of these activities requires active participation in class.
Workload
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
81 h (Small group instruction 24-36 h + guided independent work 45-57 h
DETAILS
Study Material
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
Provided by the teacher and the students
Substitutes for Courses
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
LCA-1111
Prerequisites
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
This course is strongly recommended for students who have already gained some knowledge in their field of study. Thus, it is recommended for students in second year and above.
- Teacher: Halpin Malachy
- Teacher: Lindgren Signe-Anita