Professional Meetings and DiscussionsLaajuus (4 cr)
Code: KE00BZ82
Credits
4 op
Teaching language
- English
Responsible person
- Hwei-Ming Boey
Objective
Proficiency level: C1
The students are able to:
- develop their English skills to the level whereby they are able to follow and contribute to global developments in general and also in their own fields, and capable of communicating effectively with other professionals.
Enrollment
06.05.2024 - 25.09.2024
Timing
14.10.2024 - 23.10.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
4 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Kielikeskus (LAB)
Campus
Lappeenranta Campus
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
12 - 18
Degree programmes
- Language studies LAB
- Language studies LUT
Teachers
- Hwei-Ming Boey
Scheduling groups
- Luennot 1 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
-
KKIE24LUTH
-
KKIE24LABH
Small groups
- Lecture 1
Learning outcomes
Proficiency level: C1
The students are able to:
- develop their English skills to the level whereby they are able to follow and contribute to global developments in general and also in their own fields, and capable of communicating effectively with other professionals.
Implementation and methods of teaching
Dynamic and lively in-class contact teaching and learning, emphasizing face-to-face communication.
The teaching is student-centred, and is based on the communicative approach. Participants discuss and practise the language for effective oral communication, and actively use the language in different kinds of meetings, ranging from small group discussions, interviews, negotiations, to simulations on topics of international significance that involve the whole group.
Timing and attendance
This is a 7-day intensive course that takes place on the following days in October 2024:
Monday, 14.10.2024
Wednesday-Friday, 16.-18.10.2024
Monday-Wednesday, 21.-23.10.2024
The course meets 6 hours per day, from 8:30-14:30. Each day is divided into 3 sessions.
Learning material and recommended literature
Provided by the teacher in class. The material include:
• background reading on current global issues (which will be sent to all participants about two weeks before the course begins.
• 3 simulations on current events
• the language of meetings and discussions.
Learning environment
Dynamic and collaborative classroom learning environment that encourages creative experimentation.
Student time use and work load
4 credits, equivalent to 100-120 hours of work, divided roughly as follows:
• Lessons in class: 46 hours
• Homework: 40+ hours
• Self-study: 25+ hours
Contents
Current issues of relevance nationally and internationally, such as migration, climate change, energy, and artificial intelligence’s impact on work.
Assessment criteria
Continuous assessment of the ability of participants to use the language learnt, and the ability to form and express opinions and draw relevant conclusions based on the facts and opinions expressed by the various authors of the background reading texts. Short language quizzes.
Assessment scale
Approved/Failed
Assessment criteria: assessment scale failed/approved
Satisfactory completion of all background reading tasks, as indicated by the student's ability to use the facts and opinions expressed by the authors to support his/her contributions in the meetings and discussions. Ability to actively and effectively use the language of meetings and discussions learnt in the course, and an awareness of varying degrees of formality and register. 60% pass mark in the quizzes.
Enrollment
01.12.2023 - 27.03.2024
Timing
15.04.2024 - 24.04.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
4 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Kielikeskus (LAB)
Campus
Lappeenranta Campus
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
15 - 35
Degree programmes
- Language studies LAB
- Language studies LUT
Teachers
- Hwei-Ming Boey
Scheduling groups
- Luennot 1 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
-
KKIE23LABH
-
KKIE23LUTH
Small groups
- Lecture 1
Learning outcomes
Proficiency level: C1
The students are able to:
- develop their English skills to the level whereby they are able to follow and contribute to global developments in general and also in their own fields, and capable of communicating effectively with other professionals.
Implementation and methods of teaching
Dynamic and lively in-class contact teaching and learning, emphasizing face-to-face communication.
The teaching is student-centred, and is based on the communicative approach. Participants discuss and practise the language for effective oral communication, and actively use the language in different kinds of meetings, ranging from small group discussions, interviews, negotiations, to simulations on topics of international significance that involve the whole group.
Timing and attendance
This is a 7-day intensive course that takes place on the following days in April 2024:
Monday, 15.4.2024
Wednesday-Friday, 17.-19.4.2024
Monday-Thursday, 22.-24.4.2024
The course meets 6 hours per day, from 8:30-14:30. Each day is divided into 3 sessions.
Learning material and recommended literature
Provided by the teacher in class. The material include:
• background reading on current global issues (which will be sent to all participants about two weeks before the course begins.
• 3 simulations on current events
• the language of meetings and discussions.
Learning environment
Dynamic and collaborative classroom learning environment that encourages creative experimentation.
Student time use and work load
4 credits, equivalent to 100-120 hours of work, divided roughly as follows:
• Lessons in class: 46 hours
• Homework: 40+ hours
• Self-study: 25+ hours
Contents
Current issues of relevance nationally and internationally, such as migration, climate change, energy, and artificial intelligence’s impact on work.
Assessment criteria
Continuous assessment of the ability of participants to use the language learnt, and the ability to form and express opinions and draw relevant conclusions based on the facts and opinions expressed by the various authors of the background reading texts. Short language quizzes.
Assessment scale
Approved/Failed
Assessment criteria: assessment scale failed/approved
Satisfactory completion of all background reading tasks, as indicated by the student's ability to use the facts and opinions expressed by the authors to support his/her contributions in the meetings and discussions. Ability to actively and effectively use the language of meetings and discussions learnt in the course, and an awareness of varying degrees of formality and register. 60% pass mark in the quizzes.
Enrollment
15.05.2023 - 28.09.2023
Timing
16.10.2023 - 25.10.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
4 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Kielikeskus (LAB)
Campus
Lappeenranta Campus
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
15 - 35
Degree programmes
- Language studies LUT
Teachers
- Hwei-Ming Boey
Scheduling groups
- Luennot 1 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
-
KKIE23LABH
-
KKIE23LUTH
Small groups
- Luennot 1
Learning outcomes
Proficiency level: C1
The students are able to:
- develop their English skills to the level whereby they are able to follow and contribute to global developments in general and also in their own fields, and capable of communicating effectively with other professionals.
Implementation and methods of teaching
Dynamic and lively in-class contact teaching and learning, emphasizing face-to-face communication.
The teaching is student-centred, and is based on the communicative approach. Participants discuss and practise the language for effective oral communication, and actively use the language in different kinds of meetings, ranging from small group discussions, interviews, negotiations, to simulations on topics of international significance that involve the whole group.
Timing and attendance
This is a 7-day intensive course that takes place on the following days in October 2023:
Monday, 16.10.2023
Wednesday-Friday, 18.-20.10.2023
Monday-Thursday, 23.-25.10.2023
The course meets 6 hours per day, from 8:30-14:30. Each day is divided into 3 sessions.
Learning material and recommended literature
Provided by the teacher in class. The material include:
• background reading on current global issues (which will be sent to all participants about two weeks before the course begins.
• 3 simulations on current events
• the language of meetings and discussions.
Learning environment
Dynamic and collaborative classroom learning environment that encourages creative experimentation.
Student time use and work load
4 credits, equivalent to 100-120 hours of work, divided roughly as follows:
• Lessons in class: 46 hours
• Homework: 40+ hours
• Self-study: 25+ hours
Contents
Current issues of relevance nationally and internationally, such as migration, climate change, energy, and artificial intelligence’s impact on work.
Assessment criteria
Continuous assessment of the ability of participants to use the language learnt, and the ability to form and express opinions and draw relevant conclusions based on the facts and opinions expressed by the various authors of the background reading texts. Short language quizzes.
Assessment scale
Approved/Failed
Assessment criteria: assessment scale failed/approved
Satisfactory completion of all background reading tasks, as indicated by the student's ability to use the facts and opinions expressed by the authors to support his/her contributions in the meetings and discussions. Ability to actively and effectively use the language of meetings and discussions learnt in the course, and an awareness of varying degrees of formality and register. 60% pass mark in the quizzes.
Enrollment
13.03.2023 - 14.04.2023
Timing
02.05.2023 - 04.06.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
4 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Kielikeskus (LAB)
Campus
Lappeenranta Campus
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
15 - 35
Degree programmes
- Language studies LAB
- Language studies LUT
Teachers
- Hwei-Ming Boey
Scheduling groups
- Luennot 1 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
-
KKIE22LUTH
-
KKIE22LABH
-
LABKES23KH
Small groups
- Luennot 1
Learning outcomes
Proficiency level: C1
The students are able to:
- develop their English skills to the level whereby they are able to follow and contribute to global developments in general and also in their own fields, and capable of communicating effectively with other professionals.
Implementation and methods of teaching
Dynamic and lively in-class contact teaching and learning, emphasizing face-to-face communication.
The teaching is student-centred, and is based on the communicative approach. Participants discuss and practise the language for effective oral communication, and actively use the language in different kinds of meetings, ranging from small group discussions, interviews, negotiations, to simulations on topics of international significance that involve the whole group.
Timing and attendance
This is a 7-day intensive course that takes place on the following days in May 2023:
Tuesday, 2.5.2023
Thursday-Friday, 4.-5.5.2023
Monday-Thursday, 8.-11.5.2023
The course meets 6 hours per day, from 8:30-14:30. Each day is divided into 3 sessions.
Learning material and recommended literature
Provided by the teacher in class. The material include:
• background reading on current global issues (which will be sent to all participants about two weeks before the course begins.
• 3 simulations on current events
• the language of meetings and discussions.
Learning environment
Dynamic and collaborative classroom learning environment that encourages creative experimentation.
Student time use and work load
4 credits, equivalent to 100-120 hours of work, divided roughly as follows:
• Lessons in class: 46 hours
• Homework: 40+ hours
• Self-study: 25+ hours
Contents
Current issues of relevance nationally and internationally, such as migration, climate change, energy, and artificial intelligence’s impact on work.
Assessment criteria
Continuous assessment of the ability of participants to use the language learnt, and the ability to form and express opinions and draw relevant conclusions based on the facts and opinions expressed by the various authors of the background reading texts. Short language quizzes.
Assessment scale
Approved/Failed
Assessment criteria: assessment scale failed/approved
Satisfactory completion of all background reading tasks, as indicated by the student's ability to use the facts and opinions expressed by the authors to support his/her contributions in the meetings and discussions. Ability to actively and effectively use the language of meetings and discussions learnt in the course, and an awareness of varying degrees of formality and register. 60% pass mark in the quizzes.
Enrollment
02.05.2022 - 29.09.2022
Timing
17.10.2022 - 26.10.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
4 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Kielikeskus (LAB)
Campus
Lappeenranta Campus
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
15 - 35
Degree programmes
- Language studies LAB
- Language studies LUT
Teachers
- Hwei-Ming Boey
Scheduling groups
- Luennot 1 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
-
KKIE22LUTH
-
KKIE22LABH
Small groups
- Luennot 1
Learning outcomes
Proficiency level: C1
The students are able to:
- develop their English skills to the level whereby they are able to follow and contribute to global developments in general and also in their own fields, and capable of communicating effectively with other professionals.
Implementation and methods of teaching
Dynamic and lively in-class contact teaching and learning, emphasizing face-to-face communication.
The teaching is student-centred, and is based on the communicative approach. Participants discuss and practise the language for effective oral communication, and actively use the language in different kinds of meetings, ranging from small group discussions, interviews, negotiations, to simulations on topics of international significance that involve the whole group.
Timing and attendance
This is a 7-day intensive course that takes place on the following days in October 2022:
Monday, 17.10.2022
Wednesday-Friday, 19.-21.10.2022
Monday-Wednesday, 24.-26.10.2022
The course meets 6 hours per day, from 8:30-14:30. Each day is divided into 3 sessions.
Learning material and recommended literature
Provided by the teacher in class. The material include:
• background reading on current global issues (which will be sent to all participants about two weeks before the course begins.
• 3 simulations on current events
• the language of meetings and discussions.
Learning environment
Dynamic and collaborative classroom learning environment that encourages creative experimentation.
Student time use and work load
4 credits, equivalent to 100-120 hours of work, divided roughly as follows:
• Lessons in class: 46 hours
• Homework: 40+ hours
• Self-study: 25+ hours
Contents
Current issues of relevance nationally and internationally, such as migration, climate change, energy, and artificial intelligence’s impact on work.
Assessment criteria
Continuous assessment of the ability of participants to use the language learnt, and the ability to form and express opinions and draw relevant conclusions based on the facts and opinions expressed by the various authors of the background reading texts. Short language quizzes.
Assessment scale
Approved/Failed
Assessment criteria: assessment scale failed/approved
Satisfactory completion of all background reading tasks, as indicated by the student's ability to use the facts and opinions expressed by the authors to support his/her contributions in the meetings and discussions. Ability to actively and effectively use the language of meetings and discussions learnt in the course, and an awareness of varying degrees of formality and register. 60% pass mark in the quizzes.
Enrollment
19.11.2021 - 10.04.2022
Timing
03.05.2022 - 12.05.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
4 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Kielikeskus (LAB)
Campus
Lappeenranta Campus
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
13 - 35
Degree programmes
- Language studies LAB
- Language studies LUT
Teachers
- Hwei-Ming Boey
Scheduling groups
- Luennot 1 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
-
LABLPRKES22KH
-
KKIE21LUTH
-
KKIE21LABH
Small groups
- Luennot 1
Learning outcomes
Proficiency level: C1
The students are able to:
- develop their English skills to the level whereby they are able to follow and contribute to global developments in general and also in their own fields, and capable of communicating effectively with other professionals.
Implementation and methods of teaching
Dynamic and lively in-class contact teaching and learning, emphasizing face-to-face communication.
The teaching is student-centred, and is based on the communicative approach. Participants discuss and practise the language for effective oral communication, and actively use the language in different kinds of meetings, ranging from small group discussions, interviews, negotiations, to simulations on topics of international significance that involve the whole group.
Timing and attendance
This is a 7-day intensive course that takes place on the following days in May 2022:
Tuesday, 3rd May 2022
Thursday-Friday, 5th-6th May 2022
Monday-Thursday, 9th-12th May 2022
The course meets 6 hours per day, from 8:30-14:30. Each day is divided into 3 sessions.
Learning material and recommended literature
Provided by the teacher in class. The material include:
• background reading on current global issues (which will be sent to all participants about two weeks before the course begins.
• 3 simulations on current events
• the language of meetings and discussions.
Learning environment
Dynamic and collaborative classroom learning environment that encourages creative experimentation.
Student time use and work load
4 credits, equivalent to 100-120 hours of work, divided roughly as follows:
• Lessons in class: 46 hours
• Homework: 40+ hours
• Self-study: 25+ hours
Contents
Current issues of relevance nationally and internationally, such as the imposition of a meat tax, construction of dams, and the universal basic income.
Assessment criteria
Continuous assessment of the ability of participants to use the language learnt, and the ability to form and express opinions and draw relevant conclusions based on the facts and opinions expressed by the various authors of the background reading texts. Short language quizzes.
Assessment scale
Approved/Failed
Assessment criteria: assessment scale failed/approved
Satisfactory completion of all background reading tasks, as indicated by the student's ability to use the facts and opinions expressed by the authors to support his/her contributions in the meetings and discussions. Ability to actively and effectively use the language of meetings and discussions learnt in the course, and an awareness of varying degrees of formality and register.