Study Guide

Learning outcomes

The students are able to
- document their work methods and process both visually and textually
- situate their expertise and expression in the professional field
- produce a comprehensive visual portfolio of their work.

Implementation and methods of teaching

Students' own work, discussions and practical exercises

Timing and attendance

80% presence. 



Students must complete make-up assignments for absences. The teacher does not provide replacement assignments for absences - the students are accountable for making up missed absences independently. They must inform the teacher of any absences and propose a plan for covering missed content. For frequent absences, the completion of the course must be renegotiated with the teacher.

Learning environment

Kampus, Zoom-platform

Contents

Book Binding (4 credits)


Students
- know how to describe the role of binding in the structure of a book
- know how to recognise various binding styles and their special characteristics
- know how to use a suitable binding style for each book
- know how to bind a book using their chosen method

In this course, students will learn how to bind a book using a method of their choice, identify different binding components, justify the use of various binding techniques, and understand the importance of binding in the overall structure of a book. As the course progresses, students will also explore additional bookbinding methods and their specific uses.

The course is divided into two parts, which together provide a comprehensive learning experience:
1) Part one (Studio Portfolio 1) includes an orientation day and independent work, during which students prepare for the bookbinding workshop by producing and submitting the required materials.
2) Part two (Studio Portfolio 2) features a workshop where students learn the fundamentals of bookbinding. Initially, students will bind a draft book using a guided technique, followed by binding their own book using a method of their choice.

Assessment criteria

The assessment will be based on the completed book (50%), participation (25%) and reflective skills (25%), and will be graded on a scale of 1-5. 

The emphasis on visual work is 50 percent.

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

The student has been absent for more than the 80% attendance allowed. Assignments have not been returned.

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student's participation in classes and the returned assignments indicate that the student has mastered the course content. The student has binded a book, but the final result would require further work.

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

The active participation of the student in the lessons and the assignments they have completed show that they are engaged in their own work and in the content of the lessons. The student has been able to choose book binding methods appropriate to the book project and to complete the work as an entity.

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

The active participation of the student in the lessons and the assignments they have completed indicate a particular commitment to their own work and to the content of the lessons. The student has been able to choose book binding methods appropriate to the book project and to complete the work as an entity, which is an original and finished work.

Learning outcomes

The students are able to
- document their work methods and process both visually and textually
- situate their expertise and expression in the professional field
- produce a comprehensive visual portfolio of their work.

Implementation and methods of teaching

The course is taught face-to-face and consists of group work, presentations and discussions.

Timing and attendance

The course will run from 11.12.2024 to late spring 2025. There will be four face-to-face meetings. 50% attendance is required for successful completion.

Learning material and recommended literature

Can be found on the course's Moodle platform

Exam retakes

It is not possible to retake the course (there is no exam).

Learning environment

Mukkulankatu campus and Moodle platform.

Student time use and work load

The 54 working hours of the 2 credit course are divided as follows: face-to-face meetings about 8 hours, independent and group work about 46 hours.

Contents

The course covers how to identify and make visible your own skills, both verbally and visually, and how to examine them from a working life perspective.

Assessment criteria

Assessment based on coursework, presentations, activity, work process and attendance. In addition, self- and peer-assessment for group work.

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

Students will receive a failing grade if they do not meet the attendance requirement, have not completed all course assignments within the prescribed time or have not met the learning objectives of the course.

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

Student
- can document their own working methods and processes both visually and in writing.
- perceive their own level of competence and skills in relation to the needs of the world of work.
- be able to produce a comprehensive portfolio of their own competences.
- can work both independently and as part of a team.

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

Student
- is able to document his/her working method and process in an appropriate way, both visually and in writing.
- perceive their own level of competence and skills in relation to the needs of the world of work and identify essential areas for development.
- can produce a portfolio that makes his/her competences fully visible and professionally credible.
- demonstrate active participation in discussions and work both independently and as part of a team.

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

Student
- is able to document his/her working method and process in an appropriate way, both visually and in writing.
- perceive his/her own level of competence and skills in relation to the needs of working life and can purposefully plan ways to develop his/her skills.
- can produce a portfolio that makes his/her competences fully visible and professionally credible.
- demonstrate active and constructive participation in discussions, and work fluently both independently and as part of a team. The student's attendance rate is at least 75%.