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: 1 - 2
Schedule: 13.09.2024 - 11.10.2024
Teacher in charge (valid for whole curriculum period):
Teacher in charge (applies in this implementation): Noora Helkiö
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 16 h
DETAILS
Study Material
valid for whole curriculum period:
Specified at the start of the course
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 I
2025-2026 Autumn I
2025-2026 Spring IIIRegistration:
Registration for Courses registration for courses will take place on Sisu (sisu.aalto.fi)