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LC-7009 - Get to know Finland, Lecture, 13.9.2022-11.10.2022

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

After the course, students recognize the main characteristics of the Finnish way of life and culture, and are able to talk about them as well as have basic knowledge about Finnish nature, history and society. They are also able to compare their own culture with that of Finland.

Credits: 2

Schedule: 13.09.2022 - 11.10.2022

Teacher in charge (valid for whole curriculum period):

Teacher in charge (applies in this implementation): Marjo Yli-Piipari, Aija Elg

Contact information for the course (applies in this implementation):

CEFR level (valid for whole curriculum period): B1

Language of instruction and studies (applies in this implementation):

Teaching language: English. Languages of study attainment: English

CONTENT, ASSESSMENT AND WORKLOAD

Content

  • valid for whole curriculum period:

    The essential characteristics of the Finnish way of life and culture. Finnish nature and geography. The key events in Finnish history and modern-day Finland.

Assessment Methods and Criteria

  • valid for whole curriculum period:

    Lectures, discussions and group work. Going to the cinema or visiting some cultural venue. Homework includes reading short texts and searching for information. Written examination or written assignment and presentation. Passing the course requires regular attendance, active participation in class and doing the given homework.

Workload

  • valid for whole curriculum period:

    Contact hours 12 h,  independent / group work 15 42 h

DETAILS

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Prerequisites

FURTHER INFORMATION

Further Information

  • valid for whole curriculum period:

    Teaching Language : English

    Teaching Period : 2022-2023 Autumn I
    2023-2024 Autumn I
    2023-2024 Spring III

    Enrollment :

    Registration for Courses: registration for courses will take place on Sisu (sisu.aalto.fi)

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