Academic year 2020 - 2021

•   English language, communication and basic academic writing RO00BN08-3004 01.12.2020-31.07.2021  10 credits  (SWFP20SP) +-
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The student is able to:
  - develop writing skills in general and academic contexts, including essays, summaries and reports
  - write more accurately and with an awareness of the correct style and layout
  - avoid plagiarism by paraphrasing and using sources in the appropriate manner
  - diagnose and remedy personal weaknesses in writing ability
  - deliver effective presentations and speeches in academic and general situations
  - interact smoothly and take an active part in discussions and conversations
  - understand the significance of nonverbal communication
  - speak with improved pronunciation and a richer vocabulary

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  Teacher in charge

  Jarmo Mikkonen

  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Language of instruction

  English

  Timing

  01.12.2020 - 31.07.2021

  Number of ECTS credits allocated

  • 10 credits

  Group(s)

  • SWFP20SP

  Teacher(s)

  Jarmo Mikkonen

  Unit

  Laurea Lohja, sote

  Programme(s)

  Pathway studies for Social Service Studies (SWFP), Laurea Lohja

  Campus

  Laurea Virtual Campus

  Virtual portion

  10 credits

  Evaluation scale

  Approved/Failed

•   Finnish Basic Language and Culture, part 1 RO00BS06-3001 01.01.2021-31.07.2021  5 credits  (SWFP20SP) +-
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The student is able to
  - speak and understand Finnish in very basic and familiar everyday situations
  - write very short and simple texts, e.g. notes
  - use some of the basic grammar structures
  
  Target level: A1.2 in Common European Framework of Reference for Languages

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  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Learning materials and recommended literature

  Study book Kuparinen - Tapaninen: Oma suomi 1. Suomea aikuisille. Finnlectura. (e-book)

  Teaching methods

  Online lessons in Zoom + independent studies on Canvas workspace

  Evaluation methods and criteria

  The course assessment is threefold and the student needs to pass all the three parts.
  
  1) A video introducing yourself in Finnish. Graded as pass/to be completed/fail. Individual feedback within two weeks and a month to complete the video according to the instructions, if needed.
  
  2) A written test of key words and phrases on week 13. Graded as pass/fail. Feedback within a week and two possibilities of a retake. In order to pass the student needs to gain 66% of the maximum points of the test.
  
  3) A presentation of a designated theme of Finnish society or culture using a webpage called infofinland as your source. The presentation is to be designed and presented in English with in pairs on weeks 11-12. 3 - 5 key words or phrases of Finnish need to be included. Immediate feedback with grading pass/to be completed/fail. Two weeks to complete the presentation according to the instructions, if needed.

  Language of instruction

  English

  Timing

  01.01.2021 - 31.07.2021

  Number of ECTS credits allocated

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • SWFP20SP

  Teacher(s)

  Marja-Leena Piispanen, Kristiina Kuparinen

  Unit

  Laurea Lohja, sote

  Programme(s)

  Pathway studies for Social Service Studies (SWFP), Laurea Lohja

  Campus

  Laurea Virtual Campus

  Virtual portion

  5 credits

  Evaluation scale

  Approved/Failed

  Alternative completion methods

  -

  Co-operation with working life and/or RDI

  -

  Important dates

  Orientation on Jan 12th at 6 PM Beijing time (12 PM Finnish time). For assignment deadlines please see Canvas: https://canvas.laurea.fi/courses/2383/assignments

  Internationality

  The students are located in China.

  Students workload

  5 credit points equal approx. 135 hours of student's work. This consists of online lessons, independent studies in Canvas and preparing the assignments independently and in groups.

  Evaluation criteria

  The student fails to complete any of the course assignments.

  Approved / Failed

  The student has completed all three course assignments and hence shows level A1 (CEFR, see https://rm.coe.int/CoERMPublicCommonSearchServices/DisplayDCTMContent?documentId=090000168045bb52).

•   Finnish language and culture, part 2 RO00BN11-3004 01.03.2021-31.07.2021  5 credits  (SWFP20SP) +-
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The student is able to:
  - speak and understand Finnish in basic and familiar everyday situations
  - write short and simple texts about familiar topics
  - to use basic grammar structures
  
  Target level: A 2.1. in Common European Framework of Reference for Languages

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  Mode of delivery

  60% Face-to-face, 40% Distance learning

  Language of instruction

  English

  Timing

  01.03.2021 - 31.07.2021

  Number of ECTS credits allocated

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • SWFP20SP

  Teacher(s)

  Marja-Leena Piispanen, Kristiina Kuparinen

  Unit

  Laurea Lohja, sote

  Programme(s)

  Pathway studies for Social Service Studies (SWFP), Laurea Lohja

  Campus

  Laurea Lohja

  Virtual portion

  2 credits

  Evaluation scale

  Approved/Failed

•   Intermediate Finnish A9143-3004 01.04.2021-31.07.2021  5 credits  (SWFP20SP) +-
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The student is able to
  - speak and understand Finnish in everyday situations
  - understand the main point in newspaper articles and TV programs if written/spoken in simple language
  - write texts, e.g. e-mails
  - use grammar structures but can still make many mistakes
  
  Target level: A1.3.-A2.1. in Common European Framework of Reference for Languages

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  English

  Timing

  01.04.2021 - 31.07.2021

  Number of ECTS credits allocated

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • SWFP20SP

  Teacher(s)

  Marja-Leena Piispanen, Kristiina Kuparinen

  Unit

  Laurea Lohja, sote

  Programme(s)

  Pathway studies for Social Service Studies (SWFP), Laurea Lohja

  Campus

  Laurea Lohja

  Evaluation scale

  Approved/Failed

•   Orientation to Finnish Culture and Studying social services in Finland RO00BS08-3001 14.12.2020-31.07.2021  2 credits  (SWFP20SP) +-
  Learning outcomes of the course

  Student is able to
  - understand basic life and culture in Finland
  - understand Finnish studying system in Universities of Applied Sciences and the basics in social services studies
  - understand the social services curriculum and studies

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  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Language of instruction

  English

  Timing

  14.12.2020 - 31.07.2021

  Number of ECTS credits allocated

  • 2 credits

  Group(s)

  • SWFP20SP

  Teacher(s)

  Sanna Partamies, Hanna Nurmiranta

  Unit

  Laurea Lohja, sote

  Programme(s)

  Pathway studies for Social Service Studies (SWFP), Laurea Lohja

  Campus

  Laurea Virtual Campus

  Virtual portion

  2 credits

  Evaluation scale

  Approved/Failed

•   Orientation to Social Services and Early Childhood Education system in Finland RO00BS07-3001 01.04.2021-31.07.2021  5 credits  (SWFP20SP) +-
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The student is able to
  • understand the concept of childhood is defined and constructed in Finland from political, institutional and individual perspectives
  • discuss the values and philosophy of early childhood education and care
  • start construct their role as social pedagogues in kindergarten
  • understand how the Nordic EDUCARE model is implemented in practice as a combination of education and care
  • understand the basic ideas of the Finnish National ECEC curriculum and how it is connected with pre-primary and basic education
  • understand the idea of how assessment and development work pass through the education system.

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  English

  Timing

  01.04.2021 - 31.07.2021

  Number of ECTS credits allocated

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • SWFP20SP

  Teacher(s)

  Hanna Nurmiranta

  Unit

  Laurea Lohja, sote

  Programme(s)

  Pathway studies for Social Service Studies (SWFP), Laurea Lohja

  Campus

  Laurea Lohja

  Evaluation scale

  Approved/Failed

•   Professional Communication in Social Services RO00BO28-3002 01.04.2021-31.07.2021  5 credits  (SWFP20SP) +-
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The students is able to
  - communicate in English both orally and in writing in various working life situations
  - take advantage of research information in English
  - develop their professional language skills using different learning techniques
  - guide the customer in English both orally and in writing and communicate in various working life situations
  - draw on various information sources in English
  - select suitable communication modes and channels for various situations
  - develop their professional skills using different learning technique

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  Teacher in charge

  Jarmo Mikkonen

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  English

  Timing

  01.04.2021 - 31.07.2021

  Number of ECTS credits allocated

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • SWFP20SP

  Teacher(s)

  Jarmo Mikkonen

  Unit

  Laurea Lohja, sote

  Programme(s)

  Pathway studies for Social Service Studies (SWFP), Laurea Lohja

  Campus

  Laurea Lohja

  Evaluation scale

  Approved/Failed

Academic year 2021 - 2022

There is no implementations attached to this degree programme.