•   Introduction to Finnish Language and Culture 1 R0233-3039 01.09.2022-31.12.2022  5 credits  (NSA222SA, ...) +-
    Learning outcomes of the course
    The student is able to:
    - speak and understand Finnish in very basic and familiar everyday situations
    - find information in very short texts and write simple messages
    - use some of the basic grammar structures
    - become familiar with Finnish cultural manners and customs
    - reach the target level of A1.1 in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
    Further information
    The study unit is for those whose language of education and mother tongue are other than Finnish and Swedish and who have not studied Finnish before.

    Teacher in charge

    Salla Janhunen

    Mode of delivery

    Distance learning

    Learning materials and recommended literature

    Study book Kuparinen - Tapaninen: Oma suomi 1. Teacher's material on Canvas.

    Teaching methods

    Lessons on Zoom and individual tasks on Canvas. The target level is A1.1. in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.

    Evaluation methods and criteria

    The target level is A1.1. in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.

    Grading 1-5, 1 being the lowest and 5 the highest grade.

    Final grade will consist of the following:
    - Written exam at the end of the course
    - Small vocabulary tests during the course
    - Active participation and attendance in the lessons
    - Doing of all the tasks on sufficient level and in time



    “The evaluation of competence is based on the descriptions of objectives in the curricula, and the level of competence is assessed according to the evaluation criteria listed in the implementation plan for the studies.” (Laurea degree regulations).

    In this study unit the assessing of the competences will be done by using the criteria set for requirement level I.

    PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE BASIS, INFORMATION SEARCHING AND REPORTING


    To achieve grade 5 student must be able to
    - use professional concepts extensively
    - compare and choose
    - relevant information
    - report and communicate in a professional manner

    To achieve grade 3 student must be able to
    - use professional concepts in a consistent manner when explaining various work practices and situations
    - gather information and use his/her knowledge basis
    - report in the agreed manner

    To achieve grade 1 (or pass) student must be able to
    - use essential professional concepts when explaining various work practices and situations
    - search for information in different sources
    - report

    PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE AND WORKPLACE DEVELOPMENT

    To achieve grade 5 student must be able to
    - work independently, using the skills and methods learned
    - take responsibility for interaction with customers and/or co-operation partners and for responding to their needs
    - anticipate his/her need for guidance

    To achieve grade 3 student must be able to
    - work using the skills and methods learned
    - engage in professional interaction with customers and/or co-operation partners and identify their needs
    - take part in guidance and utilise it

    To achieve grade 1 (or pass) student must be able to
    - work under guidance using the skills and methods learned
    - interact with customers and/or co-operation partners
    - receive guidance

    TEAMWORK SKILLS, LEADERSHIP AND RESPONSIBILITY

    To achieve grade 5 student must be able to
    - promote the team’s work and team spirit
    - manage his/her time appropriately, completing the agreed tasks at the required quality level
    - work responsibly, applying the skills and methods learned
    - plan and evaluate their work, taking safety and/or ethical aspects into consideration

    To achieve grade 3 student must be able to
    - engage in goal-oriented work in a team
    - plan and manage the progress of his/her work and use of time
    - detect safety-related risks
    - justify this/her actions in accordance with the professional code of conduct

    To achieve grade 1 (or pass) student must be able to
    - work as a member of a team
    - plan the progress of his/her work and use of time under guidance
    - work safely and in accordance with the professional code of conduct
    - follow the provided instructions and rules

    A failed exam or other study attainment can be retaken twice. A failure to attend an actual examination is considered to be one completion attempt.(Laurea degree regulations.)

    All staff and students of Laurea are expected to adhere to good scientific practices, which includes appropriate referencing. Familiarise yourself with the practices and, if needed, ask for more information. All study assignments are to be done as individual work unless otherwise instructed.

    Language of instruction
    • English
    Timing

    01.09.2022 - 31.12.2022

    Enrollment period

    23.05.2022 - 29.05.2022

    Group(s)
    • NSA222SA
    • NCA222SA
    • HRA222SA
    Seats

    20 - 50

    Unit

    Laurea Leppävaara, tiko

    Teacher(s)

    Salla Janhunen

    Further information for students

    If the student has a justified reason for not attending the first contact teaching session or for not notifying the teacher of their intention to be involved in studies in the manner required by the teacher, the student must contact the responsible teacher to agree on participation in the studies. Their registration for the study unit will be rejected, of the student does not notify the teacher of being absent from the first contact teaching session or the reason for their absence cannot be considered justified, Another student who is in line for the study unit can be selected in their place.

    Programme(s)

    Degree Programme in Safety, Security and Risk Management (HRA), Laurea Leppävaara, Degree Programme in Business Information Technology, Cyber Security (NCA2), Laurea Leppävaara, Degree Programme in Business Information Technology, Developing Digital Services (NSA2), Laurea Leppävaara

    Campus

    Laurea Virtual Campus

    Virtual portion

    5 credits

    Alternative completion methods

    All students are entitled to demonstrate their competence. The recognition and accreditation of prior competence is initiated by the students themselves. The competence is recognised and accredited by the teacher responsible for the studies or another person designated to the position. The assessment is carried out according to the same assessment criteria and, as a rule, same grading scale as that adopted for the corresponding study unit or module. The student is entitled to apply for accreditation of prior competence regardless of where, how and when the competence has been acquired. The student may also seek accreditation of competence to be acquired on the job as part of their degree (work-based learning). ... The student is responsible for demonstrating and verifying their competence and for providing sufficient information.

    Important dates

    12.12.2022 15.00 - 18.00 A written exam on Zoom

    According to the degree regulations (section 18) “students must be present in the first contact session or notify their teacher in charge if they cannot attend. If they fail to notify the teacher of their absence in the first contact session, their enrollment will be rejected. Another student in the queue may be enrolled in the study unit in the place of the absent student.” (Laurea degree regulations) In the case of online studies the lecturer can also specify some other way than participation on an online meeting what is required from the student so that he/she verifies his/her attendance on the study unit (Decision by the vice president, education 7/2019).

    Internationality

    The study unit is for those whose language of education and mother tongue are other than Finnish and Swedish and who have not studied Finnish before.

    Students workload

    5 credits requires a workload of 135 hours.

    Content and scheduling

    - Basic grammar (verb conjugation, endings, questions, possessive)
    - Vocabulary (accomodation, studying, describing a person, family, hobbies, numbers, telling the time, weekdays, months, weather etc.)
    - Oral exercises