Topic outline

  • Level of the course: Bachelor


    Teacher in charge: Nanna Qvist, Hanna Liisa Hakala


    Teaching Period: I, II, III, IV, V


    Workload: Total workload 54 h

    Independent online study  46-52 h, small group meetings 2-6h


    Learning Outcomes:

    Upon completion of the course, the students will be able to

    • identify the influence of audience on presentation content, style and organization
    • create a presentation outline to ensure a clear organization of contents, including an introduction, body, conclusion and transitional statements
    • design effective presentation slides that reinforce the message of the presentation
    • deliver a presentation in English on a topic related to their field of study in English
    • analyze their strengths and development areas as presenters in English

    Content:

    This course is based on a process approach, in which students plan, prepare, practise and deliver an informative presentation on a topic from their own fields of study. Students start out by analyzing their background and experiences as presenters and users of English in order to establish personal goals and areas of development. Students watch and analyze presentations in order to discuss elements of effective presentations. Students plan their talk for academic, non-expert audiences by creating an outline, including the introduction, body, and conclusion as well as transitions. Students familiarize themselves with principles of effective slide design and apply these to their own presentation. Students practice their presentation in small groups and give each other constructive feedback. Based on this process, they create a final version of the talk.


    Assessment Methods and Criteria:   

    • Completion of weekly assignments (online) 60%

    • Participation in presentation rehearsal (face to face)

    • Final presentation (face to face)     40%


    Study Materials: Provided in MyCourses


    Substitutes for Courses: Partially replaces Kie-98.1114 or Kie-98.1115, cannot be taken concurrently with those courses.


    CEFR level: B2 or higher


    Prerequisite: This course is especially suited for students who are able to complete work independently within an online environment and a given framework of time.


    Target group: This course is intended for students who have not completed the oral skills part of the foreign language requirement in English at Aalto University.


    Grading scale / Evaluation: Pass / Fail


    Registration for Courses: WebOodi


    Languageof Instruction: English


    Further Information: This course partly fulfils (2:3) the oral skills part of the university requirement for foreign language studies.