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Introduction to CopywritingLaajuus (2 op)

Tunnus: KE00CQ38

Laajuus

2 op

Opetuskieli

  • englanti

Vastuuhenkilö

  • Vesa Koskela

Osaamistavoitteet

Proficiency level: B2

The student is able to:
-understand the main concepts of copywriting
-analyze and comprehend the basics of successful copy that sells
-write copy for sales purposes in some common formats (sales letters, adverts, product descriptions, etc.)

Ilmoittautumisaika

20.11.2024 - 03.01.2025

Ajoitus

07.01.2025 - 20.04.2025

Opintopistemäärä

2 op

Toteutustapa

Lähiopetus

Yksikkö

Kielikeskus (LAB)

Toimipiste

Verkkokampus

Opetuskielet
  • Englanti
Paikat

10 - 40

Koulutus
  • Kieliopinnot LAB
  • Kieliopinnot LUT
Opettaja
  • Vesa Koskela
Opetusryhmät
  • Verkkoluento (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
  • Avoimen ammattikorkeakoulun kiintiö (Koko: 2. Avoin AMK: 2.)
Ryhmät
  • KKIE24LUTH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2024-2025, LUT
  • KKIE24LABH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2024-2025, LAB
Pienryhmät
  • Verkkoluento
  • Avoimen ammattikorkeakoulun kiintiö

Osaamistavoitteet

Proficiency level: B2

The student is able to:
-understand the main concepts of copywriting
-analyze and comprehend the basics of successful copy that sells
-write copy for sales purposes in some common formats (sales letters, adverts, product descriptions, etc.)

Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät

100% online course. There are reading materials, lectures, and assignments related to copywriting as well as discussions and analyzing existing copy. Teaching methods are specified by the teacher.

Ajoitus ja läsnäolo

Online lectures specified are held online via Zoom - 5x2 hour lectures (10h) which are also recorded. Completion of all given course assignments by deadline is expected for passing the course. Lecture attendance is not mandatory for course completion, but is highly recommended.

Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus

Materials found on course Moodle.

Bly, Robert W. 2006. The Copywriter’s Handbook: A step-by-step Guide to Writing Copy that Sells (3rd edition)

Shaw, M. 2012. Copywriting: successful writing for design, advertising and marketing. Laurence King.

Oppimisympäristö

Online via Moodle and Zoom.

Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus

Student workload 2x27h = 54h.

Sisältö

Copywriting is the act of salesmanship in writing. During this course the student is introduced to the main concepts of copywriting as a profession and the structure of the most common types of copy, such as sales letters and newspaper ads. The student also learns the characteristics of good copy and learns to produce basic copy that sells. There are online lectures, discussions, reading and analysis of successful copy, and writing tasks during this course.

The student produces one piece of copy and completes a quiz testing their knowledge on copywriting for course evaluation. Course is graded based on these assignments and course attendance. Completing these assignments by the final course deadline is required for passing the course.

Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen

The course is taught at B2 level according to the Common European Framework (CEFR).

This course is open for all interested students.

Arviointimenetelmät

The course is evaluated on a scale of 0-5 based on the course quiz and final copy assignment.

Arviointiasteikko

1-5

Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student is only able to produce basic copy. Produced copy demonstrates limited understanding of copywriting in practice and has not yet reached a sufficient standard. The student writes in basic English using simple style with several linguistic errors present and has understood some of the course contents.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student can produce functional and appealing copy. Produced copy demonstrates good understanding of copywriting in practice and has reached an adequate standard for basic sales purposes. The student writes in good English with some linguistic errors present using appropriate style and has understood the majority of course contents.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student can produce unique, varied, and creative copy. Produced copy demonstrates excellent understanding of copywriting in practice and has reached a near-professional standard. The student writes in excellent English that is easy to read and engages the reader. Appropriate style is used in writing copy and the student has completely understood the course contents.

Ilmoittautumisaika

06.05.2024 - 30.08.2024

Ajoitus

02.09.2024 - 20.10.2024

Opintopistemäärä

2 op

Toteutustapa

Lähiopetus

Yksikkö

Kielikeskus (LAB)

Toimipiste

Verkkokampus

Opetuskielet
  • Englanti
Paikat

10 - 40

Koulutus
  • Kieliopinnot LAB
  • Kieliopinnot LUT
Opettaja
  • Vesa Koskela
Opetusryhmät
  • Verkkoluento (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
Ryhmät
  • KKIE24LUTH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2024-2025, LUT
  • KKIE24LABH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2024-2025, LAB
Pienryhmät
  • Verkkoluento

Osaamistavoitteet

Proficiency level: B2

The student is able to:
-understand the main concepts of copywriting
-analyze and comprehend the basics of successful copy that sells
-write copy for sales purposes in some common formats (sales letters, adverts, product descriptions, etc.)

Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät

100% online course. There are reading materials, lectures, and assignments related to copywriting as well as discussions and analyzing existing copy. Teaching methods are specified by the teacher.

Ajoitus ja läsnäolo

Online lectures specified are held online via Zoom - 5x2 hour lectures (10h) which are also recorded. Completion of all given course assignments by deadline is expected for passing the course. Lecture attendance is not mandatory for course completion, but is highly recommended.

Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus

Materials found on course Moodle.

Bly, Robert W. 2006. The Copywriter’s Handbook: A step-by-step Guide to Writing Copy that Sells (3rd edition)

Shaw, M. 2012. Copywriting: successful writing for design, advertising and marketing. Laurence King.

Oppimisympäristö

Online via Moodle and Zoom.

Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus

Student workload 2x27h = 54h.

Sisältö

Copywriting is the act of salesmanship in writing. During this course the student is introduced to the main concepts of copywriting as a profession and the structure of the most common types of copy, such as sales letters and newspaper ads. The student also learns the characteristics of good copy and learns to produce basic copy that sells. There are online lectures, discussions, reading and analysis of successful copy, and writing tasks during this course.

The student produces one piece of copy and completes a quiz testing their knowledge on copywriting for course evaluation. Course is graded based on these assignments and course attendance. Completing these assignments by the final course deadline is required for passing the course.

Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen

The course is taught at B2 level according to the Common European Framework (CEFR).

This course is open for all interested students.

Arviointimenetelmät

The course is evaluated on a scale of 0-5 based on the course quiz and final copy assignment.

Arviointiasteikko

1-5

Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student is only able to produce basic copy. Produced copy demonstrates limited understanding of copywriting in practice and has not yet reached a sufficient standard. The student writes in basic English using simple style with several linguistic errors present and has understood some of the course contents.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student can produce functional and appealing copy. Produced copy demonstrates good understanding of copywriting in practice and has reached an adequate standard for basic sales purposes. The student writes in good English with some linguistic errors present using appropriate style and has understood the majority of course contents.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student can produce unique, varied, and creative copy. Produced copy demonstrates excellent understanding of copywriting in practice and has reached a near-professional standard. The student writes in excellent English that is easy to read and engages the reader. Appropriate style is used in writing copy and the student has completely understood the course contents.

Ilmoittautumisaika

18.03.2024 - 14.04.2024

Ajoitus

02.05.2024 - 09.06.2024

Opintopistemäärä

2 op

Virtuaaliosuus

2 op

Toteutustapa

Etäopetus

Yksikkö

Kielikeskus (LAB)

Toimipiste

Verkkokampus

Opetuskielet
  • Englanti
Paikat

15 - 35

Koulutus
  • Kieliopinnot LAB
  • Kieliopinnot LUT
Opettaja
  • Vesa Koskela
Opetusryhmät
  • Verkkoluento (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
Ryhmät
  • KKIE23LABH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2023-2024, LAB
  • KKIE23LUTH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2023-2024, LUT
Pienryhmät
  • Verkkoluento

Osaamistavoitteet

Proficiency level: B2

The student is able to:
-understand the main concepts of copywriting
-analyze and comprehend the basics of successful copy that sells
-write copy for sales purposes in some common formats (sales letters, adverts, product descriptions, etc.)

Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät

100% online course. There are reading materials, lectures, and assignments related to copywriting as well as discussions and analyzing existing copy. Teaching methods are specified by the teacher.

Ajoitus ja läsnäolo

Online lectures specified are held online via Zoom - 5x2 hour lectures (10h) which are also recorded. Completion of all given course assignments by deadline is expected for passing the course. Lecture attendance is not mandatory for course completion, but is highly recommended.

Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus

Materials found on course Moodle.

Bly, Robert W. 2006. The Copywriter’s Handbook: A step-by-step Guide to Writing Copy that Sells (3rd edition)

Shaw, M. 2012. Copywriting: successful writing for design, advertising and marketing. Laurence King.

Oppimisympäristö

Online via Moodle and Zoom.

Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus

Student workload 2x27h = 54h.

Sisältö

Copywriting is the act of salesmanship in writing. During this course the student is introduced to the main concepts of copywriting as a profession and the structure of the most common types of copy, such as sales letters and newspaper ads. The student also learns the characteristics of good copy and learns to produce basic copy that sells. There are online lectures, discussions, reading and analysis of successful copy, and writing tasks during this course.

The student produces one piece of copy and completes a quiz testing their knowledge on copywriting for course evaluation. Course is graded based on these assignments and course attendance. Completing these assignments by the final course deadline is required for passing the course.

Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen

The course is taught at B2 level according to the Common European Framework (CEFR).

This course is open for all interested students.

Arviointimenetelmät

The course is evaluated on a scale of 0-5 based on the course quiz and final copy assignment.

Arviointiasteikko

1-5

Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student is only able to produce basic copy. Produced copy demonstrates limited understanding of copywriting in practice and has not yet reached a sufficient standard. The student writes in basic English using simple style with several linguistic errors present and has understood some of the course contents.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student can produce functional and appealing copy. Produced copy demonstrates good understanding of copywriting in practice and has reached an adequate standard for basic sales purposes. The student writes in good English with some linguistic errors present using appropriate style and has understood the majority of course contents.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student can produce unique, varied, and creative copy. Produced copy demonstrates excellent understanding of copywriting in practice and has reached a near-professional standard. The student writes in excellent English that is easy to read and engages the reader. Appropriate style is used in writing copy and the student has completely understood the course contents.

Ilmoittautumisaika

20.11.2023 - 05.01.2024

Ajoitus

08.01.2024 - 25.02.2024

Opintopistemäärä

2 op

Virtuaaliosuus

2 op

Toteutustapa

Etäopetus

Yksikkö

Kielikeskus (LAB)

Toimipiste

Verkkokampus

Opetuskielet
  • Englanti
Paikat

15 - 35

Koulutus
  • Kieliopinnot LAB
  • Kieliopinnot LUT
Opettaja
  • Vesa Koskela
Opetusryhmät
  • Verkkoluento (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
Ryhmät
  • KKIE23LABH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2023-2024, LAB
  • KKIE23LUTH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2023-2024, LUT
Pienryhmät
  • Verkkoluento

Osaamistavoitteet

Proficiency level: B2

The student is able to:
-understand the main concepts of copywriting
-analyze and comprehend the basics of successful copy that sells
-write copy for sales purposes in some common formats (sales letters, adverts, product descriptions, etc.)

Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät

100% online course. There are reading materials, lectures, and assignments related to copywriting as well as discussions and analyzing existing copy. Teaching methods are specified by the teacher.

Ajoitus ja läsnäolo

Online lectures specified by teacher. Completion of all given course assignments by deadline are expected for full course marks. 5x2 hour lectures (10h) which are also recorded. Lecture attendance is not mandatory for course completion, but is highly recommended.

Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus

Materials found on course Moodle.

Bly, Robert W. 2006. The Copywriter’s Handbook: A step-by-step Guide to Writing Copy that Sells (3rd edition)

Shaw, M. 2012. Copywriting: successful writing for design, advertising and marketing. Laurence King.

Oppimisympäristö

Online via Moodle and Zoom.

Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus

Student workload 2x27h = 54h.

Sisältö

Copywriting is the act of salesmanship in writing. During this course the student is introduced to the main concepts of copywriting as a profession and the structure of the most common types of copy, such as sales letters and newspaper ads. The student also learns the characteristics of good copy and learns to produce basic copy that sells. There are online lectures, discussions, reading and analysis of successful copy, and writing tasks during this course.

The student produces one piece of copy and completes a quiz testing their knowledge on copywriting for course evaluation. Course is graded based on these assignments and course attendance.

Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen

The course is taught at a B2 level according to the Common European Framework. English for Work/English for Professional Communication course (or equivalent) should be completed at grade 3 or above before taking this course.

This course is open for all interested students.

Arviointimenetelmät

The course is evaluated on a scale of 5-0 based on the course quiz and final copy assignment.

Arviointiasteikko

1-5

Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student is only able to produce basic copy. Produced copy demonstrates limited understanding of copywriting in practice and has not yet reached a sufficient standard. The student writes in basic English using simple style with several linguistic errors present and has understood some of the course contents.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student can produce functional and appealing copy. Produced copy demonstrates good understanding of copywriting in practice and has reached an adequate standard for basic sales purposes. The student writes in good English with some linguistic errors present using appropriate style and has understood the majority of course contents.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student can produce unique, varied, and creative copy. Produced copy demonstrates excellent understanding of copywriting in practice and has reached a near-professional standard. The student writes in excellent English that is easy to read and engages the reader. Appropriate style is used in writing copy and the student has completely understood the course contents.

Ilmoittautumisaika

15.05.2023 - 01.09.2023

Ajoitus

04.09.2023 - 22.10.2023

Opintopistemäärä

2 op

Virtuaaliosuus

2 op

Toteutustapa

Etäopetus

Yksikkö

Kielikeskus (LAB)

Toimipiste

Verkkokampus

Opetuskielet
  • Englanti
Paikat

15 - 35

Koulutus
  • Kieliopinnot LAB
  • Kieliopinnot LUT
Opettaja
  • Vesa Koskela
Opetusryhmät
  • Verkkoluento (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
Ryhmät
  • KKIE23LABH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2023-2024, LAB
  • KKIE23LUTH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2023-2024, LUT
Pienryhmät
  • Verkkoluento

Osaamistavoitteet

Proficiency level: B2

The student is able to:
-understand the main concepts of copywriting
-analyze and comprehend the basics of successful copy that sells
-write copy for sales purposes in some common formats (sales letters, adverts, product descriptions, etc.)

Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät

100% online course. There are reading materials, lectures, and assignments related to copywriting as well as discussions and analyzing existing copy. Teaching methods are specified by the teacher.

Ajoitus ja läsnäolo

Online lectures specified by teacher. Completion of all given course assignments by deadline are expected for full course marks. 5x2 hour lectures (10h) which are also recorded. Lecture attendance is not mandatory for course completion, but is highly recommended.

Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus

Materials found on course Moodle.

Bly, Robert W. 2006. The Copywriter’s Handbook: A step-by-step Guide to Writing Copy that Sells (3rd edition)

Shaw, M. 2012. Copywriting: successful writing for design, advertising and marketing. Laurence King.

Oppimisympäristö

Online via Moodle and Zoom.

Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus

Student workload 2x27h = 54h.

Sisältö

Copywriting is the act of salesmanship in writing. During this course the student is introduced to the main concepts of copywriting as a profession and the structure of the most common types of copy, such as sales letters and newspaper ads. The student also learns the characteristics of good copy and learns to produce basic copy that sells. There are online lectures, discussions, reading and analysis of successful copy, and writing tasks during this course.

The student produces one piece of copy and completes a quiz testing their knowledge on copywriting for course evaluation. Course is graded based on these assignments and course attendance.

Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen

The course is taught at a B2 level according to the Common European Framework. English for Work/English for Professional Communication course (or equivalent) should be completed at grade 3 or above before taking this course.

This course is open for all interested students.

Arviointimenetelmät

The course is evaluated on a scale of 5-0 based on the course quiz and final copy assignment.

Arviointiasteikko

1-5

Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student is only able to produce basic copy. Produced copy demonstrates limited understanding of copywriting in practice and has not yet reached a sufficient standard. The student writes in basic English using simple style with several linguistic errors present and has understood some of the course contents.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student can produce functional and appealing copy. Produced copy demonstrates good understanding of copywriting in practice and has reached an adequate standard for basic sales purposes. The student writes in good English with some linguistic errors present using appropriate style and has understood the majority of course contents.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student can produce unique, varied, and creative copy. Produced copy demonstrates excellent understanding of copywriting in practice and has reached a near-professional standard. The student writes in excellent English that is easy to read and engages the reader. Appropriate style is used in writing copy and the student has completely understood the course contents.

Ilmoittautumisaika

13.03.2023 - 23.04.2023

Ajoitus

02.05.2023 - 11.06.2023

Opintopistemäärä

2 op

Virtuaaliosuus

2 op

Toteutustapa

Etäopetus

Yksikkö

Kielikeskus (LAB)

Toimipiste

Verkkokampus

Opetuskielet
  • Englanti
Paikat

15 - 35

Koulutus
  • Kieliopinnot LAB
  • Kieliopinnot LUT
Opettaja
  • Vesa Koskela
Opetusryhmät
  • Verkkoluento (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
Ryhmät
  • KKIE22LUTH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2022-2023, LUT
  • KKIE22LABH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2022-2023, LAB
  • LABKES23KH
    Kesäopinnot 2023 (AMK)
Pienryhmät
  • Verkkoluento

Osaamistavoitteet

Proficiency level: B2

The student is able to:
-understand the main concepts of copywriting
-analyze and comprehend the basics of successful copy that sells
-write copy for sales purposes in some common formats (sales letters, adverts, product descriptions, etc.)

Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät

100% online course. There are reading materials, lectures, and assignments related to copywriting as well as discussions and analyzing existing copy. Teaching methods are specified by the teacher.

Ajoitus ja läsnäolo

Online lectures specified by teacher. Completion of all given course assignments by deadline are expected for full course marks. 5x2 hour lectures (10h) which are also recorded. Lecture attendance is not mandatory.

Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus

Materials found on course Moodle.

Bly, Robert W. 2006. The Copywriter’s Handbook: A step-by-step Guide to Writing Copy that Sells (3rd edition)

Shaw, M. 2012. Copywriting: successful writing for design, advertising and marketing. Laurence King.

Oppimisympäristö

Online via Moodle and Zoom.

Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus

Student workload 2x27h = 54h.

Sisältö

Copywriting is the act of salesmanship in writing. During this course the student is introduced to the main concepts of copywriting as a profession and the structure of the most common types of copy, such as sales letters and newspaper ads. The student also learns the characteristics of good copy and learns to produce basic copy that sells. There are online lectures, discussions, reading and analysis of successful copy, and writing tasks during this course.

The student produces one piece of copy and completes a quiz testing their knowledge on copywriting for course evaluation. Course is graded based on these assignments and course attendance.

Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen

The course is taught at a B2 level according to the Common European Framework. English for Work course (or equivalent) should be completed at grade 3 or above before taking this course.

This course is open for all interested students.

Arviointimenetelmät

The course is evaluated on a scale of 5-0 based on the course quiz and final copy assignment.

Arviointiasteikko

1-5

Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student is only able to produce basic copy. Produced copy demonstrates limited understanding of copywriting in practice and has not yet reached a sufficient standard. The student writes in basic English using simple style with several linguistic errors present and has understood some of the course contents.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student can produce functional and appealing copy. Produced copy demonstrates good understanding of copywriting in practice and has reached an adequate standard for basic sales purposes. The student writes in good English with some linguistic errors present using appropriate style and has understood the majority of course contents.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student can produce unique, varied, and creative copy. Produced copy demonstrates excellent understanding of copywriting in practice and has reached a near-professional standard. The student writes in excellent English that is easy to read and engages the reader. Appropriate style is used in writing copy and the student has completely understood the course contents.

Ilmoittautumisaika

02.05.2022 - 04.09.2022

Ajoitus

05.09.2022 - 23.10.2022

Opintopistemäärä

2 op

Virtuaaliosuus

2 op

Toteutustapa

Etäopetus

Yksikkö

Kielikeskus (LAB)

Toimipiste

Verkkokampus

Opetuskielet
  • Englanti
Paikat

15 - 35

Koulutus
  • Kieliopinnot LAB
  • Kieliopinnot LUT
Opettaja
  • Vesa Koskela
Opetusryhmät
  • Verkkoluento (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
Ryhmät
  • KKIE22LUTH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2022-2023, LUT
  • KKIE22LABH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2022-2023, LAB
Pienryhmät
  • Verkkoluento

Osaamistavoitteet

Proficiency level: B2

The student is able to:
-understand the main concepts of copywriting
-analyze and comprehend the basics of successful copy that sells
-write copy for sales purposes in some common formats (sales letters, adverts, product descriptions, etc.)

Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät

100% online course. There are reading materials, lectures, and assignments related to copywriting as well as discussions and analyzing existing copy. Teaching methods are specified by the teacher.

Ajoitus ja läsnäolo

Online lectures specified by teacher. Completion of all given course assignments by deadline are expected for full course marks. 5x2 hour lectures (10h) which are also recorded.

Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus

Materials found on course Moodle.

Bly, Robert W. 2006. The Copywriter’s Handbook: A step-by-step Guide to Writing Copy that Sells (3rd edition)

Shaw, M. 2012. Copywriting: successful writing for design, advertising and marketing. Laurence King.

Oppimisympäristö

Online via Moodle and Zoom.

Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus

Student workload 2x27h = 54h.

Sisältö

Copywriting is the act of salesmanship in writing. During this course the student is introduced to the main concepts of copywriting as a profession and the structure of the most common types of copy, such as sales letters and newspaper ads. The student also learns the characteristics of good copy and learns to produce basic copy that sells. There are online lectures, discussions, reading and analyzing successful copy, and writing tasks during this course.

The student produces one piece of copy and completes a quiz testing their knowledge on copywriting for course evaluation. Course is graded based on these assignments and course attendance.

Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen

The course is taught at a B2 level according to the Common European Framework. English for Work course (or equivalent) should be completed at grade 3 or above before taking this course.

Arviointimenetelmät

The course is evaluated on a scale of 5-0 based on the course quiz and completed written copy.

Arviointiasteikko

1-5

Hylätty (0)

Course goals have not been met. Course contents are not understood by the student and the written copy does not conform to the proper style or has significant linguistic errors.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student is only able to produce basic copy. Produced copy demonstrates limited understanding of copywriting in practice and has not yet reached a sufficient standard. The student writes in basic English using simple style with several linguistic errors present and has understood some of the course contents.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student can produce functional and appealing copy. Produced copy demonstrates good understanding of copywriting in practice and has reached an adequate standard for basic sales purposes. The student writes in good English with some linguistic errors present using appropriate style and has understood the majority of course contents.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student can produce unique, varied, and creative copy. Produced copy demonstrates excellent understanding of copywriting in practice and has reached a near-professional or professional standard. The student writes in excellent English that is easy to read and engages the reader. Appropriate style is used in writing copy and the student has completely understood the course contents.

Ilmoittautumisaika

14.03.2022 - 19.04.2022

Ajoitus

02.05.2022 - 05.06.2022

Opintopistemäärä

2 op

Virtuaaliosuus

2 op

Toteutustapa

Etäopetus

Yksikkö

Kielikeskus (LAB)

Toimipiste

Verkkokampus

Opetuskielet
  • Englanti
Paikat

15 - 35

Koulutus
  • Kieliopinnot LAB
  • Kieliopinnot LUT
Opettaja
  • Vesa Koskela
Opetusryhmät
  • Verkkoluento (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
Ryhmät
  • LABLPRKES22KH
    Kesäopinnot 2022 (AMK), Lappeenranta
  • LABLTIKES22KH
    Kesäopinnot 2022 (AMK), Lahti
  • KKIE21LUTH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2021-2022, LUT
  • KKIE21LABH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2021-2022, LAB
Pienryhmät
  • Verkkoluento

Osaamistavoitteet

Proficiency level: B2

The student is able to:
-understand the main concepts of copywriting
-analyze and comprehend the basics of successful copy that sells
-write copy for sales purposes in some common formats (sales letters, adverts, product descriptions, etc.)

Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät

100% online course. There are reading materials, lectures, and assignments related to copywriting as well as discussions, peer-feedback, and analyzing existing copy. Teaching methods are specified by the teacher.

Ajoitus ja läsnäolo

Online lectures specified by teacher, recordings will be made to Moodle. Lectures and completion of given course assignments by deadline are expected for full course marks. 5x2 hour lectures (10h).

Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus

Materials found on course Moodle.

Bly, Robert W. 2006. The Copywriter’s Handbook: A step-by-step Guide to Writing Copy that Sells (3rd edition).

Oppimisympäristö

Online via Moodle and Zoom.

Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus

Student workload 2x27h = 54h.

Sisältö

Copywriting is the act of salesmanship in writing. During this course the student is introduced to the main concepts of copywriting as a profession and the structure of the most common types of copy, such as sales letters and newspaper ads. The student also learns the characteristics of good copy and learns to produce basic copy that sells. There are online lectures, discussions, reading and analyzing successful copy, and writing tasks during this course.

The student produces one piece of copy and completes a quiz testing their knowledge on copywriting for course evaluation. Course is graded based on these assignments and course attendance.

Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen

The course is taught at a B2 level according to the Common European Framework. English for Work course should be completed at grade 3 or above before taking this course.

Arviointimenetelmät

The course is evaluated on a scale of 5-0 based on the course quiz and completed written copy.

Arviointiasteikko

1-5

Hylätty (0)

Course goals have not been met. Course contents are not understood by the student and the written copy does not conform to the proper style or has significant linguistic errors.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student is only able to produce basic copy. Produced copy demonstrates limited understanding of copywriting in practice and has not yet reached a sufficient standard. The student writes in basic English using simple style with several linguistic errors present and has understood some of the course contents.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student can produce functional and appealing copy. Produced copy demonstrates good understanding of copywriting in practice and has reached an adequate standard for basic sales purposes. The student writes in good English with some linguistic errors present using appropriate style and has understood the majority of course contents.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student can produce unique, varied, and creative copy. Produced copy demonstrates excellent understanding of copywriting in practice and has reached a near-professional or professional standard. The student writes in excellent English that is easy to read and engages the reader. Appropriate style is used in writing copy and the student has completely understood the course contents.