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Effective Spoken Communication in English (5 cr)

Code: R0078-3005

General information


Enrollment
18.05.2020 - 24.05.2020
Registration for the implementation has ended.
Timing
01.08.2020 - 31.12.2020
Implementation has ended.
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 cr
Local portion
5 cr
Mode of delivery
Contact learning
Campus
Laurea Leppävaara
Teaching languages
Finnish
Seats
20 - 30
Degree programmes
Complementary competence, bachelor's studies in English (CCC2), Generic Studies
Teachers
Sebastian King
Teacher in charge
Ilona Rönkä
Study unit
R0078

Learning outcomes

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

Location and time

Leppävaara campus, daytime, weekly contact sessions

Teaching methods

The study unit contains work on the following themes:
• orientation and self-assessment of communication skills
• communication strategies and techniques in a variety of situations, such as presentations, pitches, debates, meetings, discussions, and interviews
• effective interaction in intercultural contexts
• teamwork and organisational communication

International connections

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

Student workload

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

Evaluation scale

H-5

Further information

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.

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