LEARNING OUTCOMES
After the course, you will
- understand more Finnish language around you
- be able to introduce yourself and tell about your general background and current situation using ordinary phrases
- manage in Finnish in common social situations and services on and off campus
- be able to compose brief messages on everyday topics using language aids
- have tools to learn more Finnish on your own.
Credits: 1
Schedule: 22.10.2024 - 26.11.2024
Teacher in charge (valid for whole curriculum period):
Teacher in charge (applies in this implementation): Noora Helkiö, Janne Laitinen
Contact information for the course (applies in this implementation):
CEFR level (valid for whole curriculum period): A1
Language of instruction and studies (applies in this implementation):
Teaching language: English. Languages of study attainment: English, Finnish
CONTENT, ASSESSMENT AND WORKLOAD
Content
valid for whole curriculum period:
Telling about yourself. Describing objects and people. Expanding the vocabulary of common life (daily routines, housing, leisure time, travel, hotels).
Assessment Methods and Criteria
valid for whole curriculum period:
Homework includes reading, visiting places, making observations and collecting information. Doing the homework is essential since the next lesson can totally be based on the results of your homework. Passing the course requires regular attendance and active participation in class.
Workload
valid for whole curriculum period:
Group work 12 h + independent work 15 h
DETAILS
Study Material
valid for whole curriculum period:
Teacher's own materials and authentic materials collected by students
Substitutes for Courses
valid for whole curriculum period:
Prerequisites
valid for whole curriculum period:
FURTHER INFORMATION
Further Information
valid for whole curriculum period:
Teaching Language: English
Teaching Period: 2024-2025 Autumn II
2025-2026 Autumn II
2025-2026 Spring IVRegistration: Registration for Courses registration for courses will take place on Sisu (sisu.aalto.fi).