Study Guide

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- communicate in oral and written English in work life situations in their own sector at proficiency level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference
- tell about the studies and tasks of the Nurse/Public Health Nurse, discuss illnesses and health matters as a professional and meet the patient in different types of nursing situations
- use the key English terminology used by professionals in the health sector
- use research information and topical information about the health sector published in English
- develop their professional language skills by using different types of learning techniques and tools

Grading scale

H-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- communicate in oral and written English in work life situations in their own sector at proficiency level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference
- tell about the studies and tasks of the Nurse/Public Health Nurse, discuss illnesses and health matters as a professional and meet the patient in different types of nursing situations
- use the key English terminology used by professionals in the health sector
- use research information and topical information about the health sector published in English
- develop their professional language skills by using different types of learning techniques and tools

Grading scale

H-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- communicate in oral and written English in work life situations in their own sector at proficiency level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference
- tell about the studies and tasks of the Nurse/Public Health Nurse, discuss illnesses and health matters as a professional and meet the patient in different types of nursing situations
- use the key English terminology used by professionals in the health sector
- use research information and topical information about the health sector published in English
- develop their professional language skills by using different types of learning techniques and tools

Grading scale

H-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- communicate in oral and written English in work life situations in their own sector at proficiency level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference
- tell about the studies and tasks of the Nurse/Public Health Nurse, discuss illnesses and health matters as a professional and meet the patient in different types of nursing situations
- use the key English terminology used by professionals in the health sector
- use research information and topical information about the health sector published in English
- develop their professional language skills by using different types of learning techniques and tools

Grading scale

H-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- communicate in oral and written English in work life situations in their own sector at proficiency level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference
- tell about the studies and tasks of the Nurse/Public Health Nurse, discuss illnesses and health matters as a professional and meet the patient in different types of nursing situations
- use the key English terminology used by professionals in the health sector
- use research information and topical information about the health sector published in English
- develop their professional language skills by using different types of learning techniques and tools

Grading scale

H-5

Evaluation criteria, fail (0)

Students do not demonstrate competence in vocabulary and comprehension tasks nor in oral and written communication.

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
- communicate in oral and written English in work life situations in their own sector at proficiency level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference
- tell about the studies and tasks of the Nurse/Public Health Nurse, discuss illnesses and health matters as a professional and meet the patient in different types of nursing situations
- use the key English terminology used by professionals in the health sector
- use research information and topical information about the health sector published in English
- develop their professional language skills by using different types of learning techniques and tools

Grading scale

H-5

Evaluation criteria, fail (0)

Students do not demonstrate competence in vocabulary and comprehension tasks nor in oral and written communication.

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
- communicate in oral and written English in work life situations in their own sector at proficiency level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference
- tell about the studies and tasks of the Nurse/Public Health Nurse, discuss illnesses and health matters as a professional and meet the patient in different types of nursing situations
- use the key English terminology used by professionals in the health sector
- use research information and topical information about the health sector published in English
- develop their professional language skills by using different types of learning techniques and tools

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, class work, homework.

Location and time

Zoom online classes except when noted otherwise

Learning materials and recommended literature

McGrory & Pietilä: Healthy English, Edita

Important dates

See Canvas timetable

Content and scheduling

See course Canvas

Further information for students

English for Healthcare Professionals –opinnon lopulliset aikataulut näkyvät Canvasissa. 75% läsnäolovaatimus
Englanniksi

Grading scale

H-5

Evaluation methods and criteria

An online exam that emphasizes nursing content, tasks and 75% attendance. Grade emphasis on teh exam result

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
- communicate in oral and written English in work life situations in their own sector at proficiency level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference
- tell about the studies and tasks of the Nurse/Public Health Nurse, discuss illnesses and health matters as a professional and meet the patient in different types of nursing situations
- use the key English terminology used by professionals in the health sector
- use research information and topical information about the health sector published in English
- develop their professional language skills by using different types of learning techniques and tools

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, class work, homework.

Location and time

Zoom online classes except when noted otherwise

Learning materials and recommended literature

McGrory & Pietilä: Healthy English, Edita

Important dates

See Canvas timetable

Content and scheduling

See course Canvas

Further information for students

English for Healthcare Professionals –opinnon lopulliset aikataulut näkyvät Canvasissa. 75% läsnäolovaatimus
Englanniksi

Grading scale

H-5

Evaluation methods and criteria

An online exam that emphasizes nursing content, tasks and 75% attendance. Grade emphasis on teh exam result

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
- communicate in oral and written English in work life situations in their own sector at proficiency level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference
- tell about the studies and tasks of the Nurse/Public Health Nurse, discuss illnesses and health matters as a professional and meet the patient in different types of nursing situations
- use the key English terminology used by professionals in the health sector
- use research information and topical information about the health sector published in English
- develop their professional language skills by using different types of learning techniques and tools

Teaching methods

Zoom meetings and self-study

https://laurea.zoom.us/j/68020798676?pwd=cnRwU2VPYXVyWU5zbGtnL3JQQWtxZz09 passcode 284452

M.A., senior lecturer Mirja Villman

Location and time

According to the timetable on weeks 34-40

Learning materials and recommended literature

The teacher´s own material in Canvas, textbooks Dear patient and Healthy English

Alternative completion methods of implementation

If/When recognition of previous studies, a written exam and an oral presentation

Co-operation with working life and/or RDI

-

Important dates

The first meeting: Wed 21 Aug at 12.30-14.00 Zoom
Exam: Fri 4 Oct at 9.00-11.00 Canvas/Proctorio
Oral presentation: Sun 29 Sep by 23.59 on video
Written assignment: Sun 6 Oct by 23.59

Forms of internationality

The English-speaking world and culture

Students workload

3 cr during the course

Content and scheduling

According to the timetable on weeks 34-40

Further information for students

-

Grading scale

H-5

Evaluation methods and criteria

National evaluation criteria used

Evaluation criteria, fail (0)

See above