Effective Spoken Communication in English (5 op)

Tavoitteet

The student is able to:
- 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

Aika ja paikka

Virtual lessons in ZOOM, but synchronous and asynchronous

Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus

Learning materials in Canvas

Toteutustapa

The study unit contains work on the following themes:
• orientation and self-assessment of communication skills
• persuasive communication strategies and techniques in presentations, discussions, pitches, interviews and debates
• language needed while mingling in an intercultural context
• teamwork and organisational communication

Kansainvälisyys toteutuksella

Development of intercultural competences is integrated into the study unit.
Suitable for exchange students.

Toteutuksen valinnaiset suoritustavat

n/a

Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus

5 ECTS = 135 hours of work
approx. 30 hours in class
105 hours of independent study

Arviointikriteerit, hyväksytty/hylätty

A grade of 0-5 is given.

Arviointiasteikko

H-5

Lisätiedot

Prerequisite:
The student needs to have completed the mandatory English language study unit, Professional Communication in English or equivalent, prior to taking this study unit.