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, students will be able to:
- read academic texts in English more efficiently
Upon completion of the course, students will be able to:
- read academic texts in English more efficiently
- recognize features of English audience-friendly academic spoken and written communication
- apply these effective strategies in producing spoken communication and in comprehending written communication
- document sources properly and select strategies to avoid plagiarism
- give and receive constructive feedback
Credits: 3
Schedule: 01.03.2021 - 07.04.2021
Teacher in charge (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022): Maurice Forget, Susan Gamache, Signe-Anita Lindgren, Signe-Anita Lindgren, John Weston
Teacher in charge (applies in this implementation): Signe-Anita Lindgren
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 demonstrate reading skills and strategies through writing, reflecting, and speaking about their reading.
It introduces strategies for successful reading of English textbooks and research articles and for explaining an idea or written texts with a focus on meeting audience expectations.
During the course, students analyse examples from their own field of study.
Through guided tasks, they learn to identify structures, strategies, and elements of audience-friendly communication and to apply these when reading for different purposes.
Additionally, students practice referencing, employ summarizing techniques and deliver short pitches (videoed).
The emphasis of the activities is on improving students competence in using English consciously in their studies and in work life and becoming more confident language users.
The course applies a process approach to learning including self-reflection, peer and teacher feedback.
Working Life Skills:
Know-how of the field of study, Foreign language skills, Skills related to international work environment, Team working skills, Information retrieval skills, Oral communication skills, Written communication skills, Self-consciousness, Self-confidence, Critical thinking skills, Analytical skills, Ethical consciousness, Continuous learning skills, and Project management skills.
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
- Continuous assessment of active contribution
- Successful completion of all tasks on time (35%)
- Reading demonstrated through spoken and written assignments that meet criteria further detailed in MyCourses (65%)
- Completion of module assignments at CEFR level B2 or higher
Workload
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
81 h guided independent and small-group work
DETAILS
Study Material
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
Provided online by the teacher and the students
Substitutes for Courses
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
Replaces LCA-1014 (oral and written part)
Prerequisites
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
This course is especially suited for students who are able to complete work independently and in an online environment within a given framework of time as well as willing to collaborate online.
Registration for Courses
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
WebOodi
Students are considered for admission in order of registration (first come, first served).
Applies in this implementation:
See further information on the course and on ARTS requirements of 3 and 6 ECT credits in a foreign language on this MyCourses page CLICK HERE
FURTHER INFORMATION
Further Information
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
This course is intended for students in ARTS who have not completed the written part of the foreign language requirement in English at Aalto University.
This course fulfills the university requirement for foreign language studies for written skills.
Note: This course requires a minimum enrollment of 10 students.
Applies in this implementation:
See further information on the course and on ARTS requirements of 3 and 6 ECT credits in a foreign language on this MyCourses page CLICK HERE
Details on the schedule
Applies in this implementation:
This course has no zoom classroom meetings or
meetings on campus but students work individually according to a set
schedule with strict weekly deadlines made available at the beginning of
the course. CLICK HERE
- Teacher: Gamache Susan
- Teacher: Lindgren Signe-Anita