Study Guide

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- can communicate independently and interact in English
- take advantage of research information in English
- develop their professional language skills using different learning techniques

Teaching methods

The implementation plan is available in Finnish.

Grading scale

H-5

Evaluation criteria, fail (0)

Students do not demonstrate adequate proficiency in submitting vocabulary and comprehension tasks nor in producing spoken and written professional communications

Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Students demonstrate an understanding of key principles of effective communication for professional purposes. They can achieve communication objectives in a range of work-related situations, modify their communication style according to context and the requirements of the message, and manage interpersonal interactions with people from different backgrounds. Spoken fluency and range are sufficient to manage common professional situations. Writing shows satisfactory control of grammar and lexis for the production of standard professional messages.

Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)

Students demonstrate a good understanding of the principles of effective communication for professional purposes. They are able to achieve communication objectives in a range of work-related situations with a degree of success and can adapt their communication style to suit the requirements of audience and context. Speech is fluent, with a high degree of grammatical and propositional control. Writing shows good control of grammar, lexis, and style in a range of texts for professional purposes.

Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)

Students demonstrate an excellent understanding of key principles of effective communication for professional purposes. They are able to communicate clearly, concisely, and appropriately in a wide range of work-related situations and are effective in adapting both the style and content of a message to different audiences and in different contexts. Speech is very fluent, flexible, and easy to understand, with a high degree of grammatical control and propositional precision. Writing shows excellent control of grammar, lexis, and style in producing a variety of text types and genres.

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- can communicate independently and interact in English
- take advantage of research information in English
- develop their professional language skills using different learning techniques

Teaching methods

Online classes: Have a laptop + microhone headset or similar device.
Topics: anatomy, cancers, strokes, heart diseases, allergies, wound care, nursing procedures.
Oral presentations with Powerpoints, class work, homework.

Location and time

Zoom online classes except when noted otherwise

Learning materials and recommended literature

McGrory & Pietilä: Healthy English, Edita

Grading scale

H-5

Evaluation methods and criteria

An online exam that emphasizes nursing content, tasks and attendance

Evaluation criteria, fail (0)

Failure to pass exam, complete tasks and inattendance

Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Grade 1-2 from exam, acceptable level of tasks, moderate participation

Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)

Grade 3-4 from exam, well-completed tasks, participates consistently

Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)

Grade 5 from exam, exemplary task completion and participation

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- can communicate independently and interact in English
- take advantage of research information in English
- develop their professional language skills using different learning techniques

Teaching methods

Online classes: Have a laptop + microhone headset or similar device.
Topics: anatomy, cancers, strokes, heart diseases, allergies, wound care, nursing procedures.
Oral presentations with Powerpoints, class work, homework.

Location and time

Zoom online classes except when noted otherwise

Learning materials and recommended literature

McGrory & Pietilä: Healthy English, Edita

Grading scale

H-5

Evaluation methods and criteria

An online exam that emphasizes nursing content, tasks and attendance

Evaluation criteria, fail (0)

Failure to pass exam, complete tasks and inattendance

Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Grade 1-2 from exam, acceptable level of tasks, moderate participation

Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)

Grade 3-4 from exam, well-completed tasks, participates consistently

Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)

Grade 5 from exam, exemplary task completion and participation

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- can communicate independently and interact in English
- take advantage of research information in English
- develop their professional language skills using different learning techniques

Teaching methods

The implementation plan is available in Finnish.

Grading scale

H-5

Evaluation criteria, fail (0)

Students do not demonstrate adequate proficiency in submitting vocabulary and comprehension tasks nor in producing spoken and written professional communications

Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Students demonstrate an understanding of key principles of effective communication for professional purposes. They can achieve communication objectives in a range of work-related situations, modify their communication style according to context and the requirements of the message, and manage interpersonal interactions with people from different backgrounds. Spoken fluency and range are sufficient to manage common professional situations. Writing shows satisfactory control of grammar and lexis for the production of standard professional messages.

Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)

Students demonstrate a good understanding of the principles of effective communication for professional purposes. They are able to achieve communication objectives in a range of work-related situations with a degree of success and can adapt their communication style to suit the requirements of audience and context. Speech is fluent, with a high degree of grammatical and propositional control. Writing shows good control of grammar, lexis, and style in a range of texts for professional purposes.

Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)

Students demonstrate an excellent understanding of key principles of effective communication for professional purposes. They are able to communicate clearly, concisely, and appropriately in a wide range of work-related situations and are effective in adapting both the style and content of a message to different audiences and in different contexts. Speech is very fluent, flexible, and easy to understand, with a high degree of grammatical control and propositional precision. Writing shows excellent control of grammar, lexis, and style in producing a variety of text types and genres.

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- can communicate independently and interact in English
- take advantage of research information in English
- develop their professional language skills using different learning techniques

Grading scale

H-5

Evaluation criteria, fail (0)

Students do not demonstrate adequate proficiency in submitting vocabulary and comprehension tasks nor in producing spoken and written professional communications.

Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Students demonstrate an understanding of key principles of effective communication for professional purposes. They can achieve communication objectives in a range of work-related situations, modify their communication style according to context and the requirements of the message, and manage interpersonal interactions with people from different backgrounds. Spoken fluency and range are sufficient to manage common professional situations. Writing shows satisfactory control of grammar and lexis for the production of standard professional messages.

Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)

Students demonstrate a good understanding of the principles of effective communication for professional purposes. They are able to achieve communication objectives in a range of work-related situations with a degree of success and can adapt their communication style to suit the requirements of audience and context. Speech is fluent, with a high degree of grammatical and propositional control. Writing shows good control of grammar, lexis, and style in a range of texts for professional purposes.

Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)

Students demonstrate an excellent understanding of key principles of effective communication for professional purposes. They are able to communicate clearly, concisely, and appropriately in a wide range of work-related situations and are effective in adapting both the style and content of a message to different audiences and in different contexts. Speech is very fluent, flexible, and easy to understand, with a high degree of grammatical control and propositional precision. Writing shows excellent control of grammar, lexis, and style in producing a variety of text types and genres.

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- can communicate independently and interact in English
- take advantage of research information in English
- develop their professional language skills using different learning techniques

Grading scale

H-5

Evaluation criteria, fail (0)

Students do not demonstrate adequate proficiency in submitting vocabulary and comprehension tasks nor in producing spoken and written professional communications.

Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Students demonstrate an understanding of key principles of effective communication for professional purposes. They can achieve communication objectives in a range of work-related situations, modify their communication style according to context and the requirements of the message, and manage interpersonal interactions with people from different backgrounds. Spoken fluency and range are sufficient to manage common professional situations. Writing shows satisfactory control of grammar and lexis for the production of standard professional messages.

Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)

Students demonstrate a good understanding of the principles of effective communication for professional purposes. They are able to achieve communication objectives in a range of work-related situations with a degree of success and can adapt their communication style to suit the requirements of audience and context. Speech is fluent, with a high degree of grammatical and propositional control. Writing shows good control of grammar, lexis, and style in a range of texts for professional purposes.

Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)

Students demonstrate an excellent understanding of key principles of effective communication for professional purposes. They are able to communicate clearly, concisely, and appropriately in a wide range of work-related situations and are effective in adapting both the style and content of a message to different audiences and in different contexts. Speech is very fluent, flexible, and easy to understand, with a high degree of grammatical control and propositional precision. Writing shows excellent control of grammar, lexis, and style in producing a variety of text types and genres.

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- can communicate independently and interact in English
- take advantage of research information in English
- develop their professional language skills using different learning techniques

Teaching methods

Zoom meetings

Location and time

According to the timetable on weeks 34-39

Learning materials and recommended literature

Teacher´s own material on Canvas site
Textbooks: Dear patient, Healthy English

Alternative completion methods of implementation

If/when recognition of previous studies: written exam on the field-specific vocabulary, oral presentation related to health care, possible additional written assignment

Co-operation with working life and/or RDI

-

Important dates

According to the timetable:

- first classes: Zoom Wed 23 Aug at 13.00-14.30
- exam Canvas/Proctorio: Fri 29 Sep at 8.30-10.30
- oral presentation: by individual appointment in Zoom or submit to Canvas on video by Sun 1 Oct at 23.59
- written assignment: Sun 8 Oct by 23.59 submit to Canvas

Forms of internationality

The English-speaking world and culture

Students workload

According to the timetable, 3 cr

Content and scheduling

According to the timetable

Further information for students

-

Grading scale

Approved/Failed

Evaluation methods and criteria

National evaluation criteria in use
Exam fail-5, oral presentation fail-5, written assignment pass/fail

Evaluation criteria, approved/failed

See evaluation criteria on Canvas

Evaluation criteria, fail (0)

Idem

Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Idem

Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)

Idem

Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)

Idem

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- can communicate independently and interact in English
- take advantage of research information in English
- develop their professional language skills using different learning techniques

Teaching methods

The implementation plan is available in Finnish.

Grading scale

H-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- can communicate independently and interact in English
- take advantage of research information in English
- develop their professional language skills using different learning techniques

Teaching methods

The implementation plan is available in Finnish.

Grading scale

H-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- can communicate independently and interact in English
- take advantage of research information in English
- develop their professional language skills using different learning techniques

Teaching methods

The implementation plan is available in Finnish.

Grading scale

H-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- can communicate independently and interact in English
- take advantage of research information in English
- develop their professional language skills using different learning techniques

Grading scale

Approved/Failed

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- can communicate independently and interact in English
- take advantage of research information in English
- develop their professional language skills using different learning techniques

Grading scale

Approved/Failed

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- can communicate independently and interact in English
- take advantage of research information in English
- develop their professional language skills using different learning techniques

Grading scale

H-5

Evaluation criteria, fail (0)

Students do not demonstrate adequate proficiency in submitting vocabulary and comprehension tasks nor in producing spoken and written professional communications.

Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Students demonstrate an understanding of key principles of effective communication for professional purposes. They can achieve communication objectives in a range of work-related situations, modify their communication style according to context and the requirements of the message, and manage interpersonal interactions with people from different backgrounds. Spoken fluency and range are sufficient to manage common professional situations. Writing shows satisfactory control of grammar and lexis for the production of standard professional messages.

Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)

Students demonstrate a good understanding of the principles of effective communication for professional purposes. They are able to achieve communication objectives in a range of work-related situations with a degree of success and can adapt their communication style to suit the requirements of audience and context. Speech is fluent, with a high degree of grammatical and propositional control. Writing shows good control of grammar, lexis, and style in a range of texts for professional purposes.

Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)

Students demonstrate an excellent understanding of key principles of effective communication for professional purposes. They are able to communicate clearly, concisely, and appropriately in a wide range of work-related situations and are effective in adapting both the style and content of a message to different audiences and in different contexts. Speech is very fluent, flexible, and easy to understand, with a high degree of grammatical control and propositional precision. Writing shows excellent control of grammar, lexis, and style in producing a variety of text types and genres.

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- can communicate independently and interact in English
- take advantage of research information in English
- develop their professional language skills using different learning techniques

Grading scale

H-5

Evaluation criteria, fail (0)

Students do not demonstrate adequate proficiency in submitting vocabulary and comprehension tasks nor in producing spoken and written professional communications.

Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Students demonstrate an understanding of key principles of effective communication for professional purposes. They can achieve communication objectives in a range of work-related situations, modify their communication style according to context and the requirements of the message, and manage interpersonal interactions with people from different backgrounds. Spoken fluency and range are sufficient to manage common professional situations. Writing shows satisfactory control of grammar and lexis for the production of standard professional messages.

Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)

Students demonstrate a good understanding of the principles of effective communication for professional purposes. They are able to achieve communication objectives in a range of work-related situations with a degree of success and can adapt their communication style to suit the requirements of audience and context. Speech is fluent, with a high degree of grammatical and propositional control. Writing shows good control of grammar, lexis, and style in a range of texts for professional purposes.

Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)

Students demonstrate an excellent understanding of key principles of effective communication for professional purposes. They are able to communicate clearly, concisely, and appropriately in a wide range of work-related situations and are effective in adapting both the style and content of a message to different audiences and in different contexts. Speech is very fluent, flexible, and easy to understand, with a high degree of grammatical control and propositional precision. Writing shows excellent control of grammar, lexis, and style in producing a variety of text types and genres.

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- can communicate independently and interact in English
- take advantage of research information in English
- develop their professional language skills using different learning techniques

Grading scale

H-5

Evaluation criteria, fail (0)

Students do not demonstrate adequate proficiency in submitting vocabulary and comprehension tasks nor in producing spoken and written professional communications.

Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Students demonstrate an understanding of key principles of effective communication for professional purposes. They can achieve communication objectives in a range of work-related situations, modify their communication style according to context and the requirements of the message, and manage interpersonal interactions with people from different backgrounds. Spoken fluency and range are sufficient to manage common professional situations. Writing shows satisfactory control of grammar and lexis for the production of standard professional messages.

Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)

Students demonstrate a good understanding of the principles of effective communication for professional purposes. They are able to achieve communication objectives in a range of work-related situations with a degree of success and can adapt their communication style to suit the requirements of audience and context. Speech is fluent, with a high degree of grammatical and propositional control. Writing shows good control of grammar, lexis, and style in a range of texts for professional purposes.

Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)

Students demonstrate an excellent understanding of key principles of effective communication for professional purposes. They are able to communicate clearly, concisely, and appropriately in a wide range of work-related situations and are effective in adapting both the style and content of a message to different audiences and in different contexts. Speech is very fluent, flexible, and easy to understand, with a high degree of grammatical control and propositional precision. Writing shows excellent control of grammar, lexis, and style in producing a variety of text types and genres.

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- can communicate independently and interact in English
- take advantage of research information in English
- develop their professional language skills using different learning techniques

Teaching methods

Zoom meetings, contact teaching and self-study

Teacher: M.A., senior lecturer Mirja ViIlman
mirja.villman@laurea.fi

Location and time

According to the timetable

Learning materials and recommended literature

Teacher´s own material on Canvas site
Textbooks: Dear patient, Healthy English

Alternative completion methods of implementation

If/when recognition of previous studies: written exam on the field-specific vocabulary, oral presentation related to health care, possible additional written assignment

Co-operation with working life and/or RDI

-

Important dates

According to the timetable:

- first classes: Fri 27 Jan at 14.15-15.30 big auditorium
- exam: Mon 6 March at 14.15-16.15 big auditorium
- oral presentation: on video submitted to Canvas site by Sun 12 March by 23.59
- written assignment: submitted to Canvas site by Sun 5 March at 23.59

Forms of internationality

The English-speaking world and culture

Students workload

According to the timetable, 3 cr

Content and scheduling

According to the timetable on weeks 4-10

Further information for students

-

Grading scale

Approved/Failed

Evaluation methods and criteria

National evaluation criteria in use
Exam fail-5, oral presentation fail-5, written assignment pass/fail

Evaluation criteria, approved/failed

See evaluation criteria on Canvas

Evaluation criteria, fail (0)

Idem

Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Idem

Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)

Idem

Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)

Idem

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- can communicate independently and interact in English
- take advantage of research information in English
- develop their professional language skills using different learning techniques

Teaching methods

Zoom meetings, contact teaching and self-study

Teacher: M.A., senior lecturer Mirja Villman
mirja.villman@laurea.fi

Location and time

According to the timetable

Learning materials and recommended literature

Teacher´s own material on Canvas site
Textbook: Dear patient

Alternative completion methods of implementation

If/when recognition of previous studies: written exam on the field-specific vocabulary, oral presentation related to health care, possible additional written assignment

Co-operation with working life and/or RDI

-

Important dates

According to the timetable:

- first classes: Thu 12 Jan at 14.15-15.45 Zoom
- exam: Mon 6 March at 14.15-16.15, Otaniemi campus, big auditorium
- oral presentation: on video, submitted by Sun 5 March by 23.59 to Canvas site
- written assignment: submitted on Sun 12 March by 23.59 to Canvas site

Forms of internationality

The English-speaking world and culture

Students workload

According to the timetable, 3 cr

Content and scheduling

According to the timetable on weeks 2-10

Further information for students

-

Grading scale

Approved/Failed

Evaluation methods and criteria

National evaluation criteria in use
Exam fail-5, oral presentation fail-5, written assignment pass/fail

Evaluation criteria, approved/failed

See evaluation criteria on Canvas

Evaluation criteria, fail (0)

Idem

Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Idem

Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)

Idem

Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)

Idem

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- can communicate independently and interact in English
- take advantage of research information in English
- develop their professional language skills using different learning techniques

Teaching methods

The implementation plan is available in Finnish.

Grading scale

H-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- can communicate independently and interact in English
- take advantage of research information in English
- develop their professional language skills using different learning techniques

Teaching methods

Online classes: Have a laptop + microhone headset or similar device.
Topics: anatomy, wards, diseases & their treatment, first aid, mental health, health professionals, nursing procedures.
Oral presentations with Powerpoints, class work, homework.

Location and time

Zoom online classes

Learning materials and recommended literature

McGrory & Pietilä: Healthy English, Edita

Grading scale

H-5

Evaluation methods and criteria

An online exam that emphasizes nursing content, tasks and attendance

Evaluation criteria, fail (0)

Failure to pass exam, complete tasks and inattendance

Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Grade 1-2 from exam, acceptable level of tasks, moderate participation

Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)

Grade 3-4 from exam, well-completed tasks, participates consistently

Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)

Grade 5 from exam, exemplary task completion and participation

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- can communicate independently and interact in English
- take advantage of research information in English
- develop their professional language skills using different learning techniques

Teaching methods

Online classes: Have a laptop + microhone headset or similar device.
Topics: anatomy, wards, diseases & their treatment, first aid, mental health, health professionals, nursing procedures.
Oral presentations with Powerpoints, class work, homework.

Location and time

Zoom online classes

Learning materials and recommended literature

McGrory & Pietilä: Healthy English, Edita

Grading scale

H-5

Evaluation methods and criteria

An online exam that emphasizes nursing content, tasks and attendance

Evaluation criteria, fail (0)

Failure to pass exam, complete tasks and inattendance

Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Grade 1-2 from exam, acceptable level of tasks, moderate participation

Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)

Grade 3-4 from exam, well-completed tasks, participates consistently

Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)

Grade 5 from exam, exemplary task completion and participation

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- can communicate independently and interact in English
- take advantage of research information in English
- develop their professional language skills using different learning techniques

Grading scale

H-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- can communicate independently and interact in English
- take advantage of research information in English
- develop their professional language skills using different learning techniques

Grading scale

H-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- can communicate independently and interact in English
- take advantage of research information in English
- develop their professional language skills using different learning techniques

Teaching methods

Online classes: Have a laptop + microhone headset or similar device.
Topics: anatomy, wards, diseases & their treatment, first aid, mental health, health professionals, nursing procedures.
Oral presentations with Powerpoints, class work, homework.

Location and time

Zoom online classes

Learning materials and recommended literature

McGrory & Pietilä: Healthy English, Edita

Grading scale

H-5

Evaluation methods and criteria

An online exam that emphasizes nursing content, tasks and attendance

Evaluation criteria, fail (0)

Failure to pass exam, complete tasks and inattendance

Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Grade 1-2 from exam, acceptable level of tasks, moderate participation

Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)

Grade 3-4 from exam, well-completed tasks, participates consistently

Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)

Grade 5 from exam, exemplary task completion and participation

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- can communicate independently and interact in English
- take advantage of research information in English
- develop their professional language skills using different learning techniques

Grading scale

H-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- can communicate independently and interact in English
- take advantage of research information in English
- develop their professional language skills using different learning techniques

Grading scale

H-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- can communicate independently and interact in English
- take advantage of research information in English
- develop their professional language skills using different learning techniques

Teaching methods

The implementation plan is available in Finnish.

Grading scale

H-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- can communicate independently and interact in English
- take advantage of research information in English
- develop their professional language skills using different learning techniques

Teaching methods

Online classes: Have a laptop + microhone headset or similar device.
Topics: anatomy, wards, diseases & their treatment, first aid, mental health, health professionals, nursing procedures.
Oral presentations with Powerpoints, class work, homework.

Location and time

Zoom online classes

Learning materials and recommended literature

McGrory & Pietilä: Healthy English, Edita

Grading scale

H-5

Evaluation methods and criteria

An online exam that emphasizes nursing content, tasks and attendance

Evaluation criteria, fail (0)

Failure to pass exam, complete tasks and inattendance

Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Grade 1-2 from exam, acceptable level of tasks, moderate participation

Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)

Grade 3-4 from exam, well-completed tasks, participates consistently

Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)

Grade 5 from exam, exemplary task completion and participation

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- can communicate independently and interact in English
- take advantage of research information in English
- develop their professional language skills using different learning techniques

Teaching methods

Online classes: Have a laptop + microhone headset or similar device.
Topics: anatomy, wards, diseases & their treatment, first aid, mental health, health professionals, nursing procedures.
Oral presentations with Powerpoints, class work, homework.

Location and time

Zoom online classes

Learning materials and recommended literature

McGrory & Pietilä: Healthy English, Edita

Grading scale

H-5

Evaluation methods and criteria

An online exam that emphasizes nursing content, tasks and attendance

Evaluation criteria, fail (0)

Failure to pass exam, complete tasks and inattendance

Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Grade 1-2 from exam, acceptable level of tasks, moderate participation

Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)

Grade 3-4 from exam, well-completed tasks, participates consistently

Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)

Grade 5 from exam, exemplary task completion and participation

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- can communicate independently and interact in English
- take advantage of research information in English
- develop their professional language skills using different learning techniques

Grading scale

H-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- can communicate independently and interact in English
- take advantage of research information in English
- develop their professional language skills using different learning techniques

Grading scale

H-5