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 the course, the students will be able to

- lead and participate in both formal and informal discussions related to art, design and architecture
- summarise and organise ideas in order to present information clearly to the audience
- deliver an effective oral presentation or other task on a topic from their own field
- receive and give constructive feedback

Credits: 3

Schedule: 13.01.2021 - 17.02.2021

Teacher in charge (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022): Susan Gamache, Hanna Hakala, Tommi Kakko

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:

    This course introduces oral communication principles and strategies that are applicable to professional and academic purposes and is at the same time integrated with a content course.

    During the course, students participate in individual and group work as a way to enhance their active listening and speaking skills.

    Activities include using English in both formal and informal contexts related to their own fields.

    The main emphasis of these activities is on improving students competence in using English for communication.

    During the course, students also develop skills for giving and receiving constructive peer feedback.

    Working Life Skills: Varies according to each integration project

Assessment Methods and Criteria
  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    - Active in-class contribution & participation 10%
    - Oral assignment(s) 70% (Some tasks videoed)
    - Course assignments including self-evaluation 20%

     

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:

    LCA-1009 Talking Art, Design and Architecture

Prerequisites
  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    -

SDG: Sustainable Development Goals

    12 Responsible Production and Consumption