English for Professional CommunicationLaajuus (5 op)
Tunnus: KE00CE75
Laajuus
5 op
Opetuskieli
- englanti
Osaamistavoitteet
Proficiency level: B2
The student is able to
- identify the characteristics of academic texts and to apply academic conventions to their writing
- demonstrate critical thinking and find, evaluate and use information effectively
- communicate clearly and effectively in different generic and field-specific workplace situations both orally and in writing
- function collaboratively in contemporary working environments in English.
Ilmoittautumisaika
02.07.2024 - 08.10.2024
Ajoitus
28.10.2024 - 23.02.2025
Opintopistemäärä
5 op
Toteutustapa
Lähiopetus
Yksikkö
Liiketoiminta (LAB)
Toimipiste
Lappeenrannan kampus
Opetuskielet
- Englanti
Paikat
20 - 50
Koulutus
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Tourism and Hospitality Management
Opettaja
- Anneli Rinnevalli
Opetusryhmät
- Group A (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
- Group B (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
Ryhmät
-
LLPRHOMA24SBachelor's Degree Programme in Tourism and Hospitality Management 24S Lappeenranta
Pienryhmät
- Group A
- Group B
Osaamistavoitteet
Proficiency level: B2
The student is able to
- identify the characteristics of academic texts and to apply academic conventions to their writing
- demonstrate critical thinking and find, evaluate and use information effectively
- communicate clearly and effectively in different generic and field-specific workplace situations both orally and in writing
- function collaboratively in contemporary working environments in English.
Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät
The course implementation is for students of hospitality management.
On-campus and, when so agreed, virtual classes, and self-studies on Moodle. Lectures and teacher-directed activities, exercises and assignments, group work and individual studies, and feedback from peers and the teacher. Where relevant and possible, integration with another course implementation (e.g., a report writing assignment).
Ajoitus ja läsnäolo
The course is scheduled for October/November 2024 to February 2025, the first part introducing the basics of professional communication (2 ECTS) and the second part (3 ECTS) focusing on academic communication. Scheduled weekly classes to attend and virtual studies to complete successfully by deadlines. Live classes on campus will be organized for subgroups (A and B), half of the students in group A and the other half in group B.
Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus
Study materials are provided by the teacher via Moodle.
Required: LAB Thesis Guidebook, chapters 6 & 7 (i.e., report structure and layout, illustrations and bulleted lists, language and style, citing and referencing mechanics), available at elab.lab.fi
Recommended (parts):
- Stephen Bailey: Academic Writing. A Handbook for International Students or Stephen Bailey: Academic Writing for University Students. Both are e-books available in the LAB Primo database.
Toteutuksen valinnaiset suoritustavat
Recognition of prior learning (RPL): The student must submit an application before or immediately after the start of the course. Neither a pathway student (nor an open UAS student) can apply for RPL.
Uusintamahdollisuudet
Students who fail the course will need to complete the course requirements within one year (12 months) from the end of the course period. Consult the course teacher.
Oppimisympäristö
Blended learning: A major part of the studies will take place online (Moodle, Teams, and other digital platforms as needed). Studies will comprise also live classes on the Lappeenranta campus.
Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus
Estimated student workload is 135 h during the 5-credit course, including reading, exercises and assignments, and lectures or other scheduled meetings.
Sisältö
About 3 ECTS is focused on academic practices, especially academic writing, and about 2 ECTS is focused on other professional communication practices and skills, both written and spoken.
- general principles of academic writing, including style, text structure, and referencing mechanics
- generic and context-specific guidelines for academic and professional writing
- various written and oral communication situations in professional studies and the working life
- key terminology and concepts in the students' field of study.
Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen
The course implementation is for students of hospitality management. Strong English skills are recommended. The course is taught at skills level CEFR B2.
Arviointimenetelmät
Continuous evaluation: regular attendance and active participation in lectures and learning sessions. Successful completion of written and spoken assignments, tests, and exam by the given deadlines. Students' assignments are assessed individually on a scale of 5-0 or Pass/Fail. The final course grade is determined based on the overall quality of the student's coursework, on a scale of 5-0.
Arviointiasteikko
1-5
Hylätty (0)
The student has failed to meet the set course requirements.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements minimally. Work displays vaguely consistent and appropriate register. Content is vaguely effective and diverse. The text is not in keeping with style-specific conventions. The student constructs minimally understandable sentences. Grammatical irregularities occur often. Vocabulary is minimally appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style vaguely appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts minimally with participants. Performance meets few of the set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a vaguely consistent manner. Delivery is minimally structured. Linguistic performance is minimally accurate and appropriate to the context. Pauses are rather long and at times pronunciation hinders comprehension.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements adequately. Work displays somewhat consistent and appropriate register. Content is somewhat effective and diverse. The text has a reasonably logical structure. The text is rather cohesive. Minor mistakes occur in style. The student mostly constructs sentences well. Grammatical irregularities occur. Vocabulary is adequately professional and mostly appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: In most cases the student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts with participants. Performance meets most set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a consistent manner. Delivery is structured. Linguistic performance is somewhat accurate and appropriate to the context, although short pauses and hesitations may occur.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements fully. Work displays consistent and appropriate register. Content is effective, diverse, and skillfully delivered. The text has a clear and logical structure. The text is cohesive, fluent, and versatile. The student uses varied structures although occasional grammatical irregularities may occur. Vocabulary is varied and professional and typically appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts fluently and competently. Performance meets all set expectations of given assignments. The student speaks in a clear, concise, and consistent manner. Delivery is well-structured, intentional. Linguistic performance is accurate, appropriate to the context, and speech tempo is natural.
Ilmoittautumisaika
02.07.2024 - 15.10.2024
Ajoitus
28.10.2024 - 23.02.2025
Opintopistemäärä
5 op
Toteutustapa
Lähiopetus
Yksikkö
Liiketoiminta (LAB)
Toimipiste
Lappeenrannan kampus
Opetuskielet
- Englanti
Paikat
20 - 50
Koulutus
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in International Business
Opettaja
- Anneli Rinnevalli
Opetusryhmät
- Group A (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
- Group B (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
Ryhmät
-
LLPRIB24SBachelor's Degree Programme in International Business 24S Lappeenranta
Pienryhmät
- Group A
- Group B
Osaamistavoitteet
Proficiency level: B2
The student is able to
- identify the characteristics of academic texts and to apply academic conventions to their writing
- demonstrate critical thinking and find, evaluate and use information effectively
- communicate clearly and effectively in different generic and field-specific workplace situations both orally and in writing
- function collaboratively in contemporary working environments in English.
Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät
The course implementation is for students of international business.
On-campus and, when so agreed, virtual classes, and self-studies on Moodle. Lectures and teacher-directed activities, exercises and assignments, group work and individual studies, and feedback from peers and the teacher. Where relevant and possible, integration with another course implementation (e.g., a report writing assignment).
Ajoitus ja läsnäolo
The course is scheduled for October/November 2024 to February 2025, the first part introducing the basics of professional communication (2 ECTS) and the second part (3 ECTS) focusing on academic communication. Scheduled weekly classes to attend and virtual studies to complete successfully by deadlines. Live classes on campus will be organized for subgroups (A and B), half of the students in group A and the other half in group B.
Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus
Study materials are provided by the teacher via Moodle.
Required: LAB Thesis Guidebook, chapters 6 & 7 (i.e., report structure and layout, illustrations and bulleted lists, language and style, citing and referencing mechanics), available at elab.lab.fi
Recommended (parts):
- Stephen Bailey: Academic Writing. A Handbook for International Students or Stephen Bailey: Academic Writing for University Students. Both are e-books available in the LAB Primo database.
Toteutuksen valinnaiset suoritustavat
Recognition of prior learning (RPL): The student must submit an application before or immediately after the start of the course. Neither a pathway student (nor an open UAS student) can apply for RPL.
Uusintamahdollisuudet
Students who fail the course will need to complete the course requirements within one year (12 months) from the end of the course period. Consult the course teacher.
Oppimisympäristö
Blended learning: A major part of the studies will take place online (Moodle, Teams, and other digital platforms as needed). Studies will comprise also live classes on the Lappeenranta campus.
Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus
Estimated student workload is 135 h during the 5-credit course, including reading, exercises and assignments, and lectures or other scheduled meetings.
Sisältö
About 3 ECTS is focused on academic practices, especially academic writing, and about 2 ECTS is focused on other professional communication practices and skills, both written and spoken.
- general principles of academic writing, including style, text structure, and referencing mechanics
- generic and context-specific guidelines for academic and professional writing
- various written and oral communication situations in professional studies and the working life
- key terminology and concepts in the students' field of study.
Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen
The course implementation is for students of international business. Strong English skills are recommended. The course is taught at skills level CEFR B2.
Arviointimenetelmät
Continuous evaluation: regular attendance and active participation in lectures and learning sessions. Successful completion of written and spoken assignments, tests, and exam by the given deadlines. Students' assignments are assessed individually on a scale of 5-0 or Pass/Fail. The final course grade is determined based on the overall quality of the student's coursework, on a scale of 5-0.
Arviointiasteikko
1-5
Hylätty (0)
The student has failed to meet the set course requirements.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements minimally. Work displays vaguely consistent and appropriate register. Content is vaguely effective and diverse. The text is not in keeping with style-specific conventions. The student constructs minimally understandable sentences. Grammatical irregularities occur often. Vocabulary is minimally appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style vaguely appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts minimally with participants. Performance meets few of the set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a vaguely consistent manner. Delivery is minimally structured. Linguistic performance is minimally accurate and appropriate to the context. Pauses are rather long and at times pronunciation hinders comprehension.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements adequately. Work displays somewhat consistent and appropriate register. Content is somewhat effective and diverse. The text has a reasonably logical structure. The text is rather cohesive. Minor mistakes occur in style. The student mostly constructs sentences well. Grammatical irregularities occur. Vocabulary is adequately professional and mostly appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: In most cases the student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts with participants. Performance meets most set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a consistent manner. Delivery is structured. Linguistic performance is somewhat accurate and appropriate to the context, although short pauses and hesitations may occur.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements fully. Work displays consistent and appropriate register. Content is effective, diverse, and skillfully delivered. The text has a clear and logical structure. The text is cohesive, fluent, and versatile. The student uses varied structures although occasional grammatical irregularities may occur. Vocabulary is varied and professional and typically appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts fluently and competently. Performance meets all set expectations of given assignments. The student speaks in a clear, concise, and consistent manner. Delivery is well-structured, intentional. Linguistic performance is accurate, appropriate to the context, and speech tempo is natural.
Ilmoittautumisaika
28.09.2024 - 15.10.2024
Ajoitus
28.10.2024 - 21.02.2025
Opintopistemäärä
5 op
Toteutustapa
Lähiopetus
Yksikkö
Teknologia (LAB)
Toimipiste
Lappeenrannan kampus
Opetuskielet
- Englanti
Paikat
15 - 35
Koulutus
- Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Industrial Mechanical Engineering
Opettaja
- Mari Pyysalo
Opetusryhmät
- Harjoitukset 1 (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
Ryhmät
-
TLPRMEC24SBachelor's Degree Programme in Industrial Mechanical Engineering 24S Lappeenranta
Pienryhmät
- Harjoitukset 1
Osaamistavoitteet
Proficiency level: B2
The student is able to
- identify the characteristics of academic texts and to apply academic conventions to their writing
- demonstrate critical thinking and find, evaluate and use information effectively
- communicate clearly and effectively in different generic and field-specific workplace situations both orally and in writing
- function collaboratively in contemporary working environments in English.
Arviointiasteikko
1-5
Ilmoittautumisaika
28.09.2024 - 27.10.2024
Ajoitus
28.10.2024 - 21.02.2025
Opintopistemäärä
5 op
Virtuaaliosuus
3 op
Toteutustapa
40 % Lähiopetus, 60 % Etäopetus
Yksikkö
Teknologia (LAB)
Toimipiste
Lahden kampus
Opetuskielet
- Englanti
Paikat
15 - 40
Koulutus
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Industrial Information Technology
Opettaja
- Pekka Kousa
Opetusryhmät
- Harjoitukset (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
Ryhmät
-
TLTIIIT24SBachelor's Degree Programme in Industrial Information Technology 24S Lahti
Pienryhmät
- Harjoitukset
Osaamistavoitteet
Proficiency level: B2
The student is able to
- identify the characteristics of academic texts and to apply academic conventions to their writing
- demonstrate critical thinking and find, evaluate and use information effectively
- communicate clearly and effectively in different generic and field-specific workplace situations both orally and in writing
- function collaboratively in contemporary working environments in English.
Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät
Meetings on Lahti campus and on Zoom (to be discussed with students at the beginning of the course), and self-studies on Moodle. Lectures and teacher-directed activities, exercises and assignments, group work and individual studies, and feedback from peers and the teacher. Where relevant and possible, integration with another course implementation (e.g., a report writing assignment).
Ajoitus ja läsnäolo
The course is scheduled for October 2024 to February 2025. The course consists of two parts: the basics of professional communication (2 ECTS) and academic communication (3 ECTS). Attendance is required.
Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus
Study materials are provided by the teacher via Moodle.
Required: LAB Thesis Guidebook, chapters 6 & 7 (i.e., report structure and layout, illustrations and bulleted lists, language and style, citing and referencing mechanics), available at elab.lab.fi
Recommended (parts):
- Stephen Bailey: Academic Writing. A Handbook for International Students or Stephen Bailey: Academic Writing for University Students. Both are e-books available in the LAB Primo database.
Other resources:
- https://open.lib.umn.edu/writingforsuccess/
- https://open.lib.umn.edu/collegesuccess/
- https://milnepublishing.geneseo.edu/writing-in-college-from-competence-to-excellence/
Toteutuksen valinnaiset suoritustavat
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). To be discussed with the teacher.
Uusintamahdollisuudet
Students who fail the course will need to complete the course requirements within one year (12 months) from the end of the course period. Consult the course teacher.
Oppimisympäristö
Blended learning: A major part of the studies will take place online (Moodle, Zoom, and other digital platforms as needed). Studies will comprise also live classes on Lahti campus.
Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus
Estimated student workload is 135 h during the 5-credit course, including reading, exercises and assignments, and lectures or other scheduled meetings.
Sisältö
About 3 ECTS is focused on academic practices, especially academic writing, and about 2 ECTS is focused on other professional communication practices and skills, both written and spoken.
- general principles of academic writing, including style, text structure, and referencing mechanics
- generic and context-specific guidelines for academic and professional writing
- various written and oral communication situations in professional studies and the working life
- key terminology and concepts in the students' field of study.
Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen
Strong English skills recommended. The course is taught at skills level CEFR B2.
Arviointimenetelmät
Continuous evaluation: regular attendance and active participation in lectures and learning sessions. Successful completion of written and spoken assignments and tests by the given deadlines. Students' assignments are assessed individually on a scale of 5-0 or Pass/Fail. The final course grade is determined based on the overall quality of the student's coursework, on a scale of 5-0.
Arviointiasteikko
1-5
Hylätty (0)
The student has failed to meet the set course requirements.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements minimally. Work displays vaguely consistent and appropriate register. Content is vaguely effective and diverse. The text is not in keeping with style-specific conventions. The student constructs minimally understandable sentences. Grammatical irregularities occur often. Vocabulary is minimally appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style vaguely appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts minimally with participants. Performance meets few of the set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a vaguely consistent manner. Delivery is minimally structured. Linguistic performance is minimally accurate and appropriate to the context. Pauses are rather long and at times pronunciation hinders comprehension.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements adequately. Work displays somewhat consistent and appropriate register. Content is somewhat effective and diverse. The text has a reasonably logical structure. The text is rather cohesive. Minor mistakes occur in style. The student mostly constructs sentences well. Grammatical irregularities occur. Vocabulary is adequately professional and mostly appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: In most cases the student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts with participants. Performance meets most set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a consistent manner. Delivery is structured. Linguistic performance is somewhat accurate and appropriate to the context, although short pauses and hesitations may occur.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements fully. Work displays consistent and appropriate register. Content is effective, diverse, and skillfully delivered. The text has a clear and logical structure. The text is cohesive, fluent, and versatile. The student uses varied structures although occasional grammatical irregularities may occur. Vocabulary is varied and professional and typically appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts fluently and competently. Performance meets all set expectations of given assignments. The student speaks in a clear, concise, and consistent manner. Delivery is well-structured, intentional. Linguistic performance is accurate, appropriate to the context, and speech tempo is natural.
Ilmoittautumisaika
28.09.2024 - 28.10.2024
Ajoitus
28.10.2024 - 21.02.2025
Opintopistemäärä
5 op
Virtuaaliosuus
5 op
Toteutustapa
Etäopetus
Yksikkö
Teknologia (LAB)
Toimipiste
Verkkokampus
Opetuskielet
- Englanti
Koulutus
- Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Sustainable Solutions Engineering
Opettaja
- Vesa Koskela
Opetusryhmät
- Verkkoluento (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
Ryhmät
-
TLTISSE24SVBachelor’s Degree Programme in Sustainable Solutions Engineering 24SV Lahti
Pienryhmät
- Verkkoluento
Osaamistavoitteet
Proficiency level: B2
The student is able to
- identify the characteristics of academic texts and to apply academic conventions to their writing
- demonstrate critical thinking and find, evaluate and use information effectively
- communicate clearly and effectively in different generic and field-specific workplace situations both orally and in writing
- function collaboratively in contemporary working environments in English.
Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät
Online lectures, group work, individual assignments.
Ajoitus ja läsnäolo
The course is split into two major parts. The first part (2,5 ECTS) focusing on academic writing and the latter part focusing on professional communication and field-specific topics (2,5 ECTS). Scheduled weekly online classes and other studies to complete successfully.
Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus
Study materials are provided by the teacher via Moodle.
Required reading:
- LAB Thesis Guidebook, chapters 6 & 7 (i.e., referencing mechanics), available at elab.lab.fi
- Stephen Bailey: Academic Writing. A Handbook for International Students. An e-book available in the LAB Primo database.
- https://open.lib.umn.edu/writingforsuccess/
Toteutuksen valinnaiset suoritustavat
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). To be discussed with the teacher.
Oppimisympäristö
Moodle and Zoom.
Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus
Estimated student workload is 135 h during the 5-credit course, including reading, coursework, and lectures or other scheduled meetings.
Sisältö
About 2,5 ECTS is focused on academic practices, especially academic writing, and about 2,5 ECTS is focused on other professional communication practices and skills, both written and spoken.
- general principles of academic writing, including style, text structure, and referencing mechanics
- generic and context-specific guidelines for academic and professional writing
- various written and oral communication situations in professional studies and the working life
- key terminology and concepts in the students' field of study.
Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen
Strong English skills recommended. The course is taught at skills level CEFR B2.
Arviointimenetelmät
Continuous evaluation: regular attendance (80%) and active participation in lectures and in-class exercises. Successful completion of written and spoken assignments and tests by given deadlines. Late deliveries reduce assignment grade. Students are assessed individually on a scale of 0-5.
Arviointiasteikko
1-5
Hylätty (0)
The student has failed to meet the set course requirements.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements minimally. Work displays vaguely consistent and appropriate register. Content is vaguely effective and diverse. The text is not in keeping with style-specific conventions. The student constructs minimally understandable sentences. Grammatical irregularities occur often. Vocabulary is minimally appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style vaguely appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts minimally with participants. Performance meets few of the set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a vaguely consistent manner. Delivery is minimally structured. Linguistic performance is minimally accurate and appropriate to the context. Pauses are rather long and at times pronunciation hinders comprehension.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements adequately. Work displays somewhat consistent and appropriate register. Content is somewhat effective and diverse. The text has a reasonably logical structure. The text is rather cohesive. Minor mistakes occur in style. The student mostly constructs sentences well. Grammatical irregularities occur. Vocabulary is adequately professional and mostly appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: In most cases the student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts with participants. Performance meets most set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a consistent manner. Delivery is structured. Linguistic performance is somewhat accurate and appropriate to the context, although short pauses and hesitations may occur.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements fully. Work displays consistent and appropriate register. Content is effective, diverse, and skillfully delivered. The text has a clear and logical structure. The text is cohesive, fluent, and versatile. The student uses varied structures although occasional grammatical irregularities may occur. Vocabulary is varied and professional and typically appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts fluently and competently. Performance meets all set expectations of given assignments. The student speaks in a clear, concise, and consistent manner. Delivery is well-structured, intentional. Linguistic performance is accurate, appropriate to the context, and speech tempo is natural.
Ilmoittautumisaika
06.05.2024 - 30.08.2024
Ajoitus
16.09.2024 - 19.12.2024
Opintopistemäärä
5 op
Virtuaaliosuus
2 op
Toteutustapa
60 % Lähiopetus, 40 % Etäopetus
Yksikkö
Liiketoiminta (LAB)
Toimipiste
Lahden kampus
Opetuskielet
- Englanti
Paikat
20 - 50
Koulutus
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in International Business
Opettaja
- Hamid Guedra
Opetusryhmät
- Lesson/classroom activities (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
Ryhmät
-
LLTIIB24SBachelor's Degree Programme in International Business 24S Lahti
Pienryhmät
- Lesson/classroom activities
Osaamistavoitteet
Proficiency level: B2
The student is able to
- identify the characteristics of academic texts and to apply academic conventions to their writing
- demonstrate critical thinking and find, evaluate and use information effectively
- communicate clearly and effectively in different generic and field-specific workplace situations both orally and in writing
- function collaboratively in contemporary working environments in English.
Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät
Classes on campus, teamwork assignments, individual assignments, an exam based on required materials, peer and self-assessment. Active participation is required (80% attendance compulsory).
Ajoitus ja läsnäolo
See the course timetable in the TimeEdit system. Active participation is required (80% attendance is compulsory).
Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus
Specified by the teacher. All required materials/links to materials are available on the course Moodle page.
Required:
-LAB Thesis Guidebook, chapters 6 & 7
-Stephen Bailey: Academic Writing. A Handbook for International Students. An e-book available in the LAB Primo system. (The required sections are specified on the course Moodle page.)
-Mizrahi, Jane: Writing for the workplace: business communication for professionals. An e-book available in the LAB primo system (The required sections are specified on the course Moodle page.)
-Mikkola, Leena & Valo, Maarit. 2020. Workplace communication. An e-book accessible through the LAB Primo system (The required sections are specified on the course Moodle page.)
Recommended:
-https://open.lib.umn.edu/writingforsuccess/
Toteutuksen valinnaiset suoritustavat
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Contact the teacher.
Uusintamahdollisuudet
The final course grade is based on course assignments and an exam/exams. No retakes expect for the exam/exams.
Oppimisympäristö
Lessons in class on campus. Study materials on the Moodle platform. Students are expected to reserve 3–4 hours a week for coursework (reading, working on assignments) in addition to the scheduled/instructed classes.
Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus
The estimated course workload is 135 hours, including reading, coursework, and instructed classes, or other scheduled meetings. Students are expected to reserve 3-4hours per week outside of the scheduled/instructed class time for coursework.
Sisältö
The course focuses on two key areas of professional communication: academic communication and workplace communication.
-General principles of academic writing, including style, text structure, and referencing mechanics.
-Generic and context-specific guidelines for academic and professional writing.
-Various written and oral communication situations in professional studies and working life.
-Key terminology and concepts in the student's field of study.
Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen
Strong English skills are expected. The course is taught at the B2 level according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. This is equal to scoring 6.5/7.0 in the IELTS test or 85-100 in TOEFL, or having been graded M or higher in English in the Finnish matriculation examination.
Arviointimenetelmät
Written assignments. An oral presentation. An exam/exams on the required course materials.
Arviointiasteikko
1-5
Hylätty (0)
The student has failed to meet the course requirements.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements minimally. Work displays vaguely consistent and appropriate register. Content is vaguely effective and diverse. The text is not in keeping with style-specific conventions. The student constructs minimally understandable sentences. Grammatical irregularities occur often. Vocabulary is minimally appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style vaguely appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts minimally with participants. Performance meets few of the set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a vaguely consistent manner. Delivery is minimally structured. Linguistic performance is minimally accurate and appropriate to the context. Pauses are rather long and at times pronunciation hinders comprehension.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements adequately. Work displays somewhat consistent and appropriate register. Content is somewhat effective and diverse. The text has a reasonably logical structure. The text is rather cohesive. Minor mistakes occur in style. The student mostly constructs sentences well. Grammatical irregularities occur. Vocabulary is adequately professional and mostly appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: In most cases the student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts with participants. Performance meets most set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a consistent manner. Delivery is structured. Linguistic performance is somewhat accurate and appropriate to the context, although short pauses and hesitations may occur.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements fully. Work displays consistent and appropriate register. Content is effective, diverse, and skillfully delivered. The text has a clear and logical structure. The text is cohesive, fluent, and versatile. The student uses varied structures although occasional grammatical irregularities may occur. Vocabulary is varied and professional and typically appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts fluently and competently. Performance meets all set expectations of given assignments. The student speaks in a clear, concise, and consistent manner. Delivery is well-structured, intentional. Linguistic performance is accurate, appropriate to the context, and speech tempo is natural.
Ilmoittautumisaika
06.05.2024 - 30.08.2024
Ajoitus
02.09.2024 - 23.02.2025
Opintopistemäärä
5 op
Virtuaaliosuus
1 op
Toteutustapa
80 % Lähiopetus, 20 % Etäopetus
Yksikkö
Hyvinvointi (LAB)
Toimipiste
Lappeenrannan kampus
Opetuskielet
- Englanti
Paikat
15 - 30
Koulutus
- Kieliopinnot LAB
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Paramedic Nurse
Opettaja
- Matti Mäkelä
Opetusryhmät
- Harjoitukset 1 (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
Ryhmät
-
HLPRPARA24SBachelor's Degree Programme in Paramedic Nurse 24S Lappeenranta
-
HLPRPARA24SABachelor's Degree Programme in Paramedic Nurse 24SA Lappeenranta
Pienryhmät
- Harjoitukset 1
Osaamistavoitteet
Proficiency level: B2
The student is able to
- identify the characteristics of academic texts and to apply academic conventions to their writing
- demonstrate critical thinking and find, evaluate and use information effectively
- communicate clearly and effectively in different generic and field-specific workplace situations both orally and in writing
- function collaboratively in contemporary working environments in English.
Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät
On-campus lessons, group work, individual assignments, peer and self-assessment. Blended learning: studies in class and independently online.
Ajoitus ja läsnäolo
September 2024 - November 2024. Scheduled weekly classes and online studies.
Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus
Study materials are provided by the teacher via Moodle.
Required: LAB Thesis Guidebook, chapters 6 & 7 (i.e., referencing mechanics), available at elab.lab.fi
Toteutuksen valinnaiset suoritustavat
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). To be discussed with the teacher.
Oppimisympäristö
Blended learning: in-class and online (Moodle, possibly Zoom/Teams depending on circumstances, other digital platforms as needed)
Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus
Estimated student workload is 135 h during the 5-credit course, including reading, coursework, and lectures or other scheduled meetings.
Sisältö
About 2 ECTS is focused on academic practices, especially academic writing, and about 3 ECTS is focused on other professional communication practices and skills, both written and spoken.
- general principles of academic writing, including style, text structure, and referencing mechanics
- generic and context-specific guidelines for academic and professional writing
- various written and oral communication situations in professional studies and the working life
- key terminology and concepts in the students' field of study.
Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen
Strong English skills recommended. The course is taught at skills level CEFR B2. If you feel you are not yet at B2 level, please prepare for the course with independent language practice. There will be no time on the course to review grammar.
Arviointimenetelmät
Continuous evaluation: regular attendance (75%) and active participation in lectures and in-class exercises. Successful completion of written and spoken assignments and tests by given deadlines. Students are assessed individually on a scale of 5-0.
Arviointiasteikko
1-5
Hylätty (0)
The student has failed to meet the set course requirements.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements minimally. Work displays vaguely consistent and appropriate register. Content is vaguely effective and diverse. The text is not in keeping with style-specific conventions. The student constructs minimally understandable sentences. Grammatical irregularities occur often. Vocabulary is minimally appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style vaguely appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts minimally with participants. Performance meets few of the set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a vaguely consistent manner. Delivery is minimally structured. Linguistic performance is minimally accurate and appropriate to the context. Pauses are rather long and at times pronunciation hinders comprehension.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements adequately. Work displays somewhat consistent and appropriate register. Content is somewhat effective and diverse. The text has a reasonably logical structure. The text is rather cohesive. Minor mistakes occur in style. The student mostly constructs sentences well. Grammatical irregularities occur. Vocabulary is adequately professional and mostly appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: In most cases the student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts with participants. Performance meets most set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a consistent manner. Delivery is structured. Linguistic performance is somewhat accurate and appropriate to the context, although short pauses and hesitations may occur.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements fully. Work displays consistent and appropriate register. Content is effective, diverse, and skillfully delivered. The text has a clear and logical structure. The text is cohesive, fluent, and versatile. The student uses varied structures although occasional grammatical irregularities may occur. Vocabulary is varied and professional and typically appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts fluently and competently. Performance meets all set expectations of given assignments. The student speaks in a clear, concise, and consistent manner. Delivery is well-structured, intentional. Linguistic performance is accurate, appropriate to the context, and speech tempo is natural.
Ilmoittautumisaika
06.05.2024 - 31.08.2024
Ajoitus
02.09.2024 - 23.02.2025
Opintopistemäärä
5 op
Virtuaaliosuus
1 op
Toteutustapa
80 % Lähiopetus, 20 % Etäopetus
Yksikkö
Hyvinvointi (LAB)
Toimipiste
Lappeenrannan kampus
Opetuskielet
- Englanti
Paikat
15 - 30
Koulutus
- Kieliopinnot LAB
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Paramedic Nurse
Opettaja
- Matti Mäkelä
Opetusryhmät
- Harjoitukset 1 (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
Ryhmät
-
HLPRPARA24SBachelor's Degree Programme in Paramedic Nurse 24S Lappeenranta
-
HLPRPARA24SBBachelor's Degree Programme in Paramedic Nurse 24SB Lappeenranta
Pienryhmät
- Harjoitukset 1
Osaamistavoitteet
Proficiency level: B2
The student is able to
- identify the characteristics of academic texts and to apply academic conventions to their writing
- demonstrate critical thinking and find, evaluate and use information effectively
- communicate clearly and effectively in different generic and field-specific workplace situations both orally and in writing
- function collaboratively in contemporary working environments in English.
Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät
On-campus lessons, group work, individual assignments, peer and self-assessment. Blended learning: studies in class and independently online.
Ajoitus ja läsnäolo
September 2024 - November 2024. Scheduled weekly classes and online studies.
Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus
Study materials are provided by the teacher via Moodle.
Required: LAB Thesis Guidebook, chapters 6 & 7 (i.e., referencing mechanics), available at elab.lab.fi
Toteutuksen valinnaiset suoritustavat
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). To be discussed with the teacher.
Oppimisympäristö
Blended learning: in-class and online (Moodle, possibly Zoom/Teams depending on circumstances, other digital platforms as needed)
Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus
Estimated student workload is 135 h during the 5-credit course, including reading, coursework, and lectures or other scheduled meetings.
Sisältö
About 2 ECTS is focused on academic practices, especially academic writing, and about 3 ECTS is focused on other professional communication practices and skills, both written and spoken.
- general principles of academic writing, including style, text structure, and referencing mechanics
- generic and context-specific guidelines for academic and professional writing
- various written and oral communication situations in professional studies and the working life
- key terminology and concepts in the students' field of study.
Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen
Strong English skills recommended. The course is taught at skills level CEFR B2. If you feel you are not yet at B2 level, please prepare for the course with independent language practice. There will be no time on the course to review grammar.
Arviointimenetelmät
Continuous evaluation: regular attendance (75%) and active participation in lectures and in-class exercises. Successful completion of written and spoken assignments and tests by given deadlines. Students are assessed individually on a scale of 5-0.
Arviointiasteikko
1-5
Hylätty (0)
The student has failed to meet the set course requirements.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements minimally. Work displays vaguely consistent and appropriate register. Content is vaguely effective and diverse. The text is not in keeping with style-specific conventions. The student constructs minimally understandable sentences. Grammatical irregularities occur often. Vocabulary is minimally appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style vaguely appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts minimally with participants. Performance meets few of the set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a vaguely consistent manner. Delivery is minimally structured. Linguistic performance is minimally accurate and appropriate to the context. Pauses are rather long and at times pronunciation hinders comprehension.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements adequately. Work displays somewhat consistent and appropriate register. Content is somewhat effective and diverse. The text has a reasonably logical structure. The text is rather cohesive. Minor mistakes occur in style. The student mostly constructs sentences well. Grammatical irregularities occur. Vocabulary is adequately professional and mostly appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: In most cases the student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts with participants. Performance meets most set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a consistent manner. Delivery is structured. Linguistic performance is somewhat accurate and appropriate to the context, although short pauses and hesitations may occur.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements fully. Work displays consistent and appropriate register. Content is effective, diverse, and skillfully delivered. The text has a clear and logical structure. The text is cohesive, fluent, and versatile. The student uses varied structures although occasional grammatical irregularities may occur. Vocabulary is varied and professional and typically appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts fluently and competently. Performance meets all set expectations of given assignments. The student speaks in a clear, concise, and consistent manner. Delivery is well-structured, intentional. Linguistic performance is accurate, appropriate to the context, and speech tempo is natural.
Ilmoittautumisaika
06.05.2024 - 30.08.2024
Ajoitus
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024
Opintopistemäärä
5 op
Toteutustapa
Lähiopetus
Yksikkö
Teknologia (LAB)
Toimipiste
Lahden kampus
Opetuskielet
- Englanti
Koulutus
- Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Sustainable Construction Technology
Opettaja
- Vesa Koskela
Opetusryhmät
- Luennot (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
Ryhmät
-
TLTISCT24SBachelor’s Degree Programme in Sustainable Construction Technology 24S Lahti
Pienryhmät
- Luennot
Osaamistavoitteet
Proficiency level: B2
The student is able to
- identify the characteristics of academic texts and to apply academic conventions to their writing
- demonstrate critical thinking and find, evaluate and use information effectively
- communicate clearly and effectively in different generic and field-specific workplace situations both orally and in writing
- function collaboratively in contemporary working environments in English.
Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät
Campus lectures, group work, individual assignments. Course is taught in English.
Ajoitus ja läsnäolo
The course is split into two major parts. The first part (2,5 ECTS) focusing on academic writing and the latter part focusing on professional communication and field-specific topics (2,5 ECTS). Scheduled weekly classes and other studies to complete successfully.
Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus
Study materials are provided by the teacher via Moodle.
Required reading:
- LAB Thesis Guidebook, chapters 6 & 7 (i.e., referencing mechanics), available at elab.lab.fi
- Stephen Bailey: Academic Writing. A Handbook for International Students. An e-book available in the LAB Primo database.
- https://open.lib.umn.edu/writingforsuccess/
Toteutuksen valinnaiset suoritustavat
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). To be discussed with the teacher.
Oppimisympäristö
Lahti campus.
Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus
Estimated student workload is 135 h during the 5-credit course, including reading, coursework, and lectures or other scheduled meetings.
Sisältö
About 2,5 ECTS is focused on academic practices, especially academic writing, and 2,5 ECTS is focused on other professional communication practices and skills, both written and spoken.
- general principles of academic writing, including style, text structure, and referencing mechanics
- generic and context-specific guidelines for academic and professional writing
- various written and oral communication situations in professional studies and the working life
- key terminology and concepts in the students' field of study.
Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen
Strong English skills recommended. The course is taught at skills level CEFR B2.
Arviointimenetelmät
Continuous evaluation: regular attendance (80%) and active participation in lectures and in-class exercises. Successful completion of written and spoken assignments and tests by given deadlines. Late deliveries reduce assignment grade. Students are assessed individually on a scale of 0-5.
Arviointiasteikko
1-5
Hylätty (0)
The student has failed to meet the set course requirements.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements minimally. Work displays vaguely consistent and appropriate register. Content is vaguely effective and diverse. The text is not in keeping with style-specific conventions. The student constructs minimally understandable sentences. Grammatical irregularities occur often. Vocabulary is minimally appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style vaguely appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts minimally with participants. Performance meets few of the set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a vaguely consistent manner. Delivery is minimally structured. Linguistic performance is minimally accurate and appropriate to the context. Pauses are rather long and at times pronunciation hinders comprehension.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements adequately. Work displays somewhat consistent and appropriate register. Content is somewhat effective and diverse. The text has a reasonably logical structure. The text is rather cohesive. Minor mistakes occur in style. The student mostly constructs sentences well. Grammatical irregularities occur. Vocabulary is adequately professional and mostly appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: In most cases the student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts with participants. Performance meets most set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a consistent manner. Delivery is structured. Linguistic performance is somewhat accurate and appropriate to the context, although short pauses and hesitations may occur.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements fully. Work displays consistent and appropriate register. Content is effective, diverse, and skillfully delivered. The text has a clear and logical structure. The text is cohesive, fluent, and versatile. The student uses varied structures although occasional grammatical irregularities may occur. Vocabulary is varied and professional and typically appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts fluently and competently. Performance meets all set expectations of given assignments. The student speaks in a clear, concise, and consistent manner. Delivery is well-structured, intentional. Linguistic performance is accurate, appropriate to the context, and speech tempo is natural.
Ilmoittautumisaika
20.11.2023 - 12.01.2024
Ajoitus
29.01.2024 - 06.05.2024
Opintopistemäärä
5 op
Virtuaaliosuus
2 op
Toteutustapa
60 % Lähiopetus, 40 % Etäopetus
Yksikkö
Liiketoiminta (LAB)
Toimipiste
Lahden kampus
Opetuskielet
- Englanti
Paikat
20 - 50
Koulutus
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Business Information Technology
Opettaja
- Hamid Guedra
Opetusryhmät
- Lesson/classroom activities (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
Ryhmät
-
LLTIBIT24KBachelor's Degree Programme in Business Information Technology 24K Lahti
Pienryhmät
- Lesson/classroom activities
Osaamistavoitteet
Proficiency level: B2
The student is able to
- identify the characteristics of academic texts and to apply academic conventions to their writing
- demonstrate critical thinking and find, evaluate and use information effectively
- communicate clearly and effectively in different generic and field-specific workplace situations both orally and in writing
- function collaboratively in contemporary working environments in English.
Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät
Lessons on campus, teamwork, individual assignments, peer and self-assessment. Active participation required (80% attendance compulsory).
Ajoitus ja läsnäolo
See the course schedule in the TimeEdit system. Active participation required (80% attendance is compulsory).
Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus
Specified by the teacher. All materials/links to materials are available on the course Moodle page.
Required:
-LAB Thesis Guidebook, chapters 6 & 7
-Stephen Bailey: Academic Writing. A Handbook for International Students. An e-book accessible through the LAB Primo system. (The required sections are specified on the course Moodle page.)
-Mizrahi, Jane: Writing for the workplace: business communication for professionals. An e-book accessible through the LAB system (The required sections are specified on the course Moodle page.)
-Mikkola, Leena & Valo, Maarit. 2020. Workplace communication. An e-book accessible through the LAB Primo system (The required sections are specified on the course Moodle page.)
Recommended:
- https://open.lib.umn.edu/writingforsuccess/
- https://open.lib.umn.edu/collegesuccess/
- https://milnepublishing.geneseo.edu/writing-in-college-from-competence-to-excellence/
Toteutuksen valinnaiset suoritustavat
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Discuss with the teacher.
Uusintamahdollisuudet
The final course grade is based on written course assignments and two Moodle exams. The student may retake each exam once to improve their exam grade, but the retake exams will be graded 0-3/5, not 0-5/5. In other words, the student can get a 3/5 at best on a retake exam. No retakes on any other coursework.
Oppimisympäristö
In class on campus. Study materials on the Moodle platform. Students are expected to reserve 3–4 hours a week to do coursework outside of the scheduled/instructed class time.
Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus
The estimated workload is 135 hours, including reading, coursework, and lectures, or other scheduled meetings. Students are expected to reserve 2-3 hours per week to work outside of the scheduled/instructed class time.
Sisältö
About 60% of the course is focused on academic practices, especially academic writing, and about 40% is focused on workplace communication practices and skills.
-General principles of academic writing, including style, text structure, and referencing mechanics.
-Generic and context-specific guidelines for academic and professional writing.
-Various written and oral communication situations in professional studies and working life.
-Key terminology and concepts in the student's field of study.
Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen
Strong English skills are expected. The course is taught at the B2 level according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. This is equal to scoring 6.5/7.0 in the IELTS test or 85-100 in TOEFL, or having been graded M or higher in English in the Finnish matriculation examination.
Arviointimenetelmät
Midterm exam. Written assignments. Final exam.
Arviointiasteikko
1-5
Hylätty (0)
The student has failed to meet the course requirements.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements minimally. Work displays vaguely consistent and appropriate register. Content is vaguely effective and diverse. The text is not in keeping with style-specific conventions. The student constructs minimally understandable sentences. Grammatical irregularities occur often. Vocabulary is minimally appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style vaguely appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts minimally with participants. Performance meets few of the set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a vaguely consistent manner. Delivery is minimally structured. Linguistic performance is minimally accurate and appropriate to the context. Pauses are rather long and at times pronunciation hinders comprehension.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements adequately. Work displays somewhat consistent and appropriate register. Content is somewhat effective and diverse. The text has a reasonably logical structure. The text is rather cohesive. Minor mistakes occur in style. The student mostly constructs sentences well. Grammatical irregularities occur. Vocabulary is adequately professional and mostly appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: In most cases the student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts with participants. Performance meets most set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a consistent manner. Delivery is structured. Linguistic performance is somewhat accurate and appropriate to the context, although short pauses and hesitations may occur.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements fully. Work displays consistent and appropriate register. Content is effective, diverse, and skillfully delivered. The text has a clear and logical structure. The text is cohesive, fluent, and versatile. The student uses varied structures although occasional grammatical irregularities may occur. Vocabulary is varied and professional and typically appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts fluently and competently. Performance meets all set expectations of given assignments. The student speaks in a clear, concise, and consistent manner. Delivery is well-structured, intentional. Linguistic performance is accurate, appropriate to the context, and speech tempo is natural.
Ilmoittautumisaika
20.11.2023 - 12.01.2024
Ajoitus
22.01.2024 - 30.04.2024
Opintopistemäärä
5 op
Virtuaaliosuus
2 op
Toteutustapa
60 % Lähiopetus, 40 % Etäopetus
Yksikkö
Liiketoiminta (LAB)
Toimipiste
Lahden kampus
Opetuskielet
- Englanti
Paikat
20 - 35
Koulutus
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in International Business
Opettaja
- Hamid Guedra
Opetusryhmät
- Lesson/classroom activities (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
Ryhmät
-
LLTIIB24KBachelor's Degree Programme in International Business 24K Lahti
Pienryhmät
- Lesson/classroom activities
Osaamistavoitteet
Proficiency level: B2
The student is able to
- identify the characteristics of academic texts and to apply academic conventions to their writing
- demonstrate critical thinking and find, evaluate and use information effectively
- communicate clearly and effectively in different generic and field-specific workplace situations both orally and in writing
- function collaboratively in contemporary working environments in English.
Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät
Lessons on campus, teamwork, individual assignments, peer and self-assessment. Active participation required (80% attendance compulsory).
Ajoitus ja läsnäolo
See the course schedule in the TimeEdit system. Active participation required (80% attendance is compulsory).
Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus
Specified by the teacher. All materials/links to materials are available on the course Moodle page.
Required:
-LAB Thesis Guidebook, chapters 6 & 7
-Stephen Bailey: Academic Writing. A Handbook for International Students. An e-book accessible through the LAB Primo system. (The required sections are specified on the course Moodle page.)
-Mizrahi, Jane: Writing for the workplace: business communication for professionals. An e-book accessible through the LAB system (The required sections are specified on the course Moodle page.)
-Mikkola, Leena & Valo, Maarit. 2020. Workplace communication. An e-book accessible through the LAB Primo system (The required sections are specified on the course Moodle page.)
Recommended:
- https://open.lib.umn.edu/writingforsuccess/
- https://open.lib.umn.edu/collegesuccess/
- https://milnepublishing.geneseo.edu/writing-in-college-from-competence-to-excellence/
Toteutuksen valinnaiset suoritustavat
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Discuss with the teacher.
Uusintamahdollisuudet
The final course grade is based on written course assignments and two Moodle exams. The student may retake each exam once to improve their exam grade, but the retake exams will be graded 0-3/5, not 0-5/5. In other words, the student can get a 3/5 at best on a retake exam. No retakes on any other coursework.
Oppimisympäristö
In class on campus. Study materials on the Moodle platform. Students are expected to reserve 3–4 hours a week to do coursework outside of the scheduled/instructed class time.
Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus
The estimated workload is 135 hours, including reading, coursework, and lectures, or other scheduled meetings. Students are expected to reserve 2-3 hours per week to work outside of the scheduled/instructed class time.
Sisältö
About 60% of the course is focused on academic practices, especially academic writing, and about 40% is focused on workplace communication practices and skills.
-General principles of academic writing, including style, text structure, and referencing mechanics.
-Generic and context-specific guidelines for academic and professional writing.
-Various written and oral communication situations in professional studies and working life.
-Key terminology and concepts in the student's field of study.
Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen
Strong English skills are expected. The course is taught at the B2 level according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. This is equal to scoring 6.5/7.0 in the IELTS test or 85-100 in TOEFL, or having been graded M or higher in English in the Finnish matriculation examination.
Arviointimenetelmät
Midterm exam. Written assignments. Final exam.
Arviointiasteikko
1-5
Hylätty (0)
The student has failed to meet the course requirements.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements minimally. Work displays vaguely consistent and appropriate register. Content is vaguely effective and diverse. The text is not in keeping with style-specific conventions. The student constructs minimally understandable sentences. Grammatical irregularities occur often. Vocabulary is minimally appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style vaguely appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts minimally with participants. Performance meets few of the set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a vaguely consistent manner. Delivery is minimally structured. Linguistic performance is minimally accurate and appropriate to the context. Pauses are rather long and at times pronunciation hinders comprehension.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements adequately. Work displays somewhat consistent and appropriate register. Content is somewhat effective and diverse. The text has a reasonably logical structure. The text is rather cohesive. Minor mistakes occur in style. The student mostly constructs sentences well. Grammatical irregularities occur. Vocabulary is adequately professional and mostly appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: In most cases the student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts with participants. Performance meets most set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a consistent manner. Delivery is structured. Linguistic performance is somewhat accurate and appropriate to the context, although short pauses and hesitations may occur.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements fully. Work displays consistent and appropriate register. Content is effective, diverse, and skillfully delivered. The text has a clear and logical structure. The text is cohesive, fluent, and versatile. The student uses varied structures although occasional grammatical irregularities may occur. Vocabulary is varied and professional and typically appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts fluently and competently. Performance meets all set expectations of given assignments. The student speaks in a clear, concise, and consistent manner. Delivery is well-structured, intentional. Linguistic performance is accurate, appropriate to the context, and speech tempo is natural.
Ilmoittautumisaika
15.05.2023 - 02.10.2023
Ajoitus
30.10.2023 - 25.02.2024
Opintopistemäärä
5 op
Virtuaaliosuus
2 op
Toteutustapa
60 % Lähiopetus, 40 % Etäopetus
Yksikkö
Liiketoiminta (LAB)
Toimipiste
Lappeenrannan kampus
Opetuskielet
- Englanti
Paikat
15 - 70
Koulutus
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Tourism and Hospitality Management
Opettaja
- Anneli Rinnevalli
Opetusryhmät
- Luennot (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
- Group A (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
- Group B (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
Ryhmät
-
LLPRHOMA23SBachelor's Degree Programme in Tourism and Hospitality Management 23S Lappeenranta
Pienryhmät
- Luennot
- Group A
- Group B
Osaamistavoitteet
Proficiency level: B2
The student is able to
- identify the characteristics of academic texts and to apply academic conventions to their writing
- demonstrate critical thinking and find, evaluate and use information effectively
- communicate clearly and effectively in different generic and field-specific workplace situations both orally and in writing
- function collaboratively in contemporary working environments in English.
Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät
On-campus and, when so agreed, virtual classes, and self-studies on Moodle. Lectures and teacher-directed activities, exercises and assignments, group work and individual studies, and feedback from peers and the teacher. Where relevant and possible, integration with another course implementation (e.g., a report writing assignment).
Ajoitus ja läsnäolo
The course is scheduled for October/November 2023 to February 2024, the first part introducing the basics of professional communication (2 ECTS) and the second part (3 ECTS) focusing on academic communication. Scheduled weekly classes to attend and virtual studies to complete successfully by deadlines. Live classes on campus will be organized for subgroups (A and B), half of the students in group A and the other half in group B.
Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus
Study materials are provided by the teacher via Moodle.
Required: LAB Thesis Guidebook, chapters 6 & 7 (i.e., report structure and layout, illustrations and bulleted lists, language and style, citing and referencing mechanics), available at elab.lab.fi
Recommended (parts):
- Stephen Bailey: Academic Writing. A Handbook for International Students or Stephen Bailey: Academic Writing for University Students. Both are e-books available in the LAB Primo database.
Other resources:
- https://open.lib.umn.edu/writingforsuccess/
- https://open.lib.umn.edu/collegesuccess/
- https://milnepublishing.geneseo.edu/writing-in-college-from-competence-to-excellence/
Toteutuksen valinnaiset suoritustavat
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). To be discussed with the teacher.
Uusintamahdollisuudet
Students who fail the course will need to complete the course requirements within one year (12 months) from the end of the course period. Consult the course teacher.
Oppimisympäristö
Blended learning: A major part of the studies will take place online (Moodle, Teams, and other digital platforms as needed). Studies will comprise also live classes on the Lappeenranta campus.
Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus
Estimated student workload is 135 h during the 5-credit course, including reading, exercises and assignments, and lectures or other scheduled meetings.
Sisältö
About 3 ECTS is focused on academic practices, especially academic writing, and about 2 ECTS is focused on other professional communication practices and skills, both written and spoken.
- general principles of academic writing, including style, text structure, and referencing mechanics
- generic and context-specific guidelines for academic and professional writing
- various written and oral communication situations in professional studies and the working life
- key terminology and concepts in the students' field of study.
Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen
Strong English skills recommended. The course is taught at skills level CEFR B2.
Arviointimenetelmät
Continuous evaluation: regular attendance and active participation in lectures and learning sessions. Successful completion of written and spoken assignments and tests by the given deadlines. Students' assignments are assessed individually on a scale of 5-0 or Pass/Fail. The final course grade is determined based on the overall quality of the student's coursework, on a scale of 5-0.
Arviointiasteikko
1-5
Hylätty (0)
The student has failed to meet the set course requirements.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements minimally. Work displays vaguely consistent and appropriate register. Content is vaguely effective and diverse. The text is not in keeping with style-specific conventions. The student constructs minimally understandable sentences. Grammatical irregularities occur often. Vocabulary is minimally appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style vaguely appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts minimally with participants. Performance meets few of the set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a vaguely consistent manner. Delivery is minimally structured. Linguistic performance is minimally accurate and appropriate to the context. Pauses are rather long and at times pronunciation hinders comprehension.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements adequately. Work displays somewhat consistent and appropriate register. Content is somewhat effective and diverse. The text has a reasonably logical structure. The text is rather cohesive. Minor mistakes occur in style. The student mostly constructs sentences well. Grammatical irregularities occur. Vocabulary is adequately professional and mostly appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: In most cases the student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts with participants. Performance meets most set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a consistent manner. Delivery is structured. Linguistic performance is somewhat accurate and appropriate to the context, although short pauses and hesitations may occur.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements fully. Work displays consistent and appropriate register. Content is effective, diverse, and skillfully delivered. The text has a clear and logical structure. The text is cohesive, fluent, and versatile. The student uses varied structures although occasional grammatical irregularities may occur. Vocabulary is varied and professional and typically appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts fluently and competently. Performance meets all set expectations of given assignments. The student speaks in a clear, concise, and consistent manner. Delivery is well-structured, intentional. Linguistic performance is accurate, appropriate to the context, and speech tempo is natural.
Ilmoittautumisaika
15.05.2023 - 02.10.2023
Ajoitus
30.10.2023 - 25.02.2024
Opintopistemäärä
5 op
Virtuaaliosuus
2 op
Toteutustapa
60 % Lähiopetus, 40 % Etäopetus
Yksikkö
Liiketoiminta (LAB)
Toimipiste
Lappeenrannan kampus
Opetuskielet
- Englanti
Paikat
15 - 44
Koulutus
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in International Business
Opettaja
- Anneli Rinnevalli
Opetusryhmät
- Group A (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
- Group B (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
Ryhmät
-
LLPRIB23SBachelor's Degree Programme in International Business 23S Lappeenranta
Pienryhmät
- Group A
- Group B
Osaamistavoitteet
Proficiency level: B2
The student is able to
- identify the characteristics of academic texts and to apply academic conventions to their writing
- demonstrate critical thinking and find, evaluate and use information effectively
- communicate clearly and effectively in different generic and field-specific workplace situations both orally and in writing
- function collaboratively in contemporary working environments in English.
Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät
On-campus and, when so agreed, virtual classes, and self-studies on Moodle. Lectures and teacher-directed activities, exercises and assignments, group work and individual studies, and feedback from peers and the teacher. Where relevant and possible, integration with another course implementation (e.g., a report writing assignment).
Ajoitus ja läsnäolo
The course is scheduled for October/November 2023 to February 2024, the first part introducing the basics of professional communication (2 ECTS) and the second part (3 ECTS) focusing on academic communication. Scheduled weekly classes to attend and virtual studies to complete successfully by deadlines. Live classes on campus will be organized for subgroups (A and B), half of the students in group A and the other half in group B.
Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus
Study materials are provided by the teacher via Moodle.
Required: LAB Thesis Guidebook, chapters 6 & 7 (i.e., report structure and layout, illustrations and bulleted lists, language and style, citing and referencing mechanics), available at elab.lab.fi
Recommended (parts):
- Stephen Bailey: Academic Writing. A Handbook for International Students or Stephen Bailey: Academic Writing for University Students. Both are e-books available in the LAB Primo database.
Other resources:
- https://open.lib.umn.edu/writingforsuccess/
- https://open.lib.umn.edu/collegesuccess/
- https://milnepublishing.geneseo.edu/writing-in-college-from-competence-to-excellence/
Toteutuksen valinnaiset suoritustavat
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). To be discussed with the teacher.
Uusintamahdollisuudet
Students who fail the course will need to complete the course requirements within one year (12 months) from the end of the course period. Consult the course teacher.
Oppimisympäristö
Blended learning: A major part of the studies will take place online (Moodle, Teams, and other digital platforms as needed). Studies will comprise also live classes on the Lappeenranta campus.
Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus
Estimated student workload is 135 h during the 5-credit course, including reading, exercises and assignments, and lectures or other scheduled meetings.
Sisältö
About 3 ECTS is focused on academic practices, especially academic writing, and about 2 ECTS is focused on other professional communication practices and skills, both written and spoken.
- general principles of academic writing, including style, text structure, and referencing mechanics
- generic and context-specific guidelines for academic and professional writing
- various written and oral communication situations in professional studies and the working life
- key terminology and concepts in the students' field of study.
Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen
Strong English skills recommended. The course is taught at skills level CEFR B2.
Arviointimenetelmät
Continuous evaluation: regular attendance and active participation in lectures and learning sessions. Successful completion of written and spoken assignments and tests by the given deadlines. Students' assignments are assessed individually on a scale of 5-0 or Pass/Fail. The final course grade is determined based on the overall quality of the student's coursework, on a scale of 5-0.
Arviointiasteikko
1-5
Hylätty (0)
The student has failed to meet the set course requirements.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements minimally. Work displays vaguely consistent and appropriate register. Content is vaguely effective and diverse. The text is not in keeping with style-specific conventions. The student constructs minimally understandable sentences. Grammatical irregularities occur often. Vocabulary is minimally appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style vaguely appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts minimally with participants. Performance meets few of the set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a vaguely consistent manner. Delivery is minimally structured. Linguistic performance is minimally accurate and appropriate to the context. Pauses are rather long and at times pronunciation hinders comprehension.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements adequately. Work displays somewhat consistent and appropriate register. Content is somewhat effective and diverse. The text has a reasonably logical structure. The text is rather cohesive. Minor mistakes occur in style. The student mostly constructs sentences well. Grammatical irregularities occur. Vocabulary is adequately professional and mostly appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: In most cases the student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts with participants. Performance meets most set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a consistent manner. Delivery is structured. Linguistic performance is somewhat accurate and appropriate to the context, although short pauses and hesitations may occur.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements fully. Work displays consistent and appropriate register. Content is effective, diverse, and skillfully delivered. The text has a clear and logical structure. The text is cohesive, fluent, and versatile. The student uses varied structures although occasional grammatical irregularities may occur. Vocabulary is varied and professional and typically appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts fluently and competently. Performance meets all set expectations of given assignments. The student speaks in a clear, concise, and consistent manner. Delivery is well-structured, intentional. Linguistic performance is accurate, appropriate to the context, and speech tempo is natural.
Ilmoittautumisaika
15.05.2023 - 01.09.2023
Ajoitus
30.10.2023 - 25.02.2024
Opintopistemäärä
5 op
Virtuaaliosuus
5 op
Toteutustapa
Etäopetus
Yksikkö
Teknologia (LAB)
Toimipiste
Verkkokampus, Lahti
Opetuskielet
- Englanti
Koulutus
- Kieliopinnot LAB
Opettaja
- Vesa Koskela
Opetusryhmät
- Verkkoluento (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
Ryhmät
-
KKIE23LABHKieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2023-2024, LAB
-
TLTISSE23SVBachelor’s Degree Programme in Sustainable Solutions Engineering 23SV Lahti
Pienryhmät
- Verkkoluento
Osaamistavoitteet
Proficiency level: B2
The student is able to
- identify the characteristics of academic texts and to apply academic conventions to their writing
- demonstrate critical thinking and find, evaluate and use information effectively
- communicate clearly and effectively in different generic and field-specific workplace situations both orally and in writing
- function collaboratively in contemporary working environments in English.
Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät
Online lectures, group work, individual assignments.
Ajoitus ja läsnäolo
The course is scheduled for October 2023 - February 2024, the first part (3 ECTS) focusing on academic writing and the latter part focusing on professional communication and field-specific topics (2 ECTS). Scheduled weekly online classes and other studies to complete successfully.
Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus
Study materials are provided by the teacher via Moodle.
Required reading:
- LAB Thesis Guidebook, chapters 6 & 7 (i.e., referencing mechanics), available at elab.lab.fi
- Stephen Bailey: Academic Writing. A Handbook for International Students. An e-book available in the LAB Primo database.
- https://open.lib.umn.edu/writingforsuccess/
Toteutuksen valinnaiset suoritustavat
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). To be discussed with the teacher.
Oppimisympäristö
Online (Moodle & Zoom)
Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus
Estimated student workload is 135 h during the 5-credit course, including reading, coursework, and lectures or other scheduled meetings.
Sisältö
About 3 ECTS is focused on academic practices, especially academic writing, and about 2 ECTS is focused on other professional communication practices and skills, both written and spoken.
- general principles of academic writing, including style, text structure, and referencing mechanics
- generic and context-specific guidelines for academic and professional writing
- various written and oral communication situations in professional studies and the working life
- key terminology and concepts in the students' field of study.
Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen
Strong English skills recommended. The course is taught at skills level CEFR B2.
Arviointimenetelmät
Continuous evaluation: regular attendance (80%) and active participation in lectures and in-class exercises. Successful completion of written and spoken assignments and tests by given deadlines. Late deliveries reduce assignment grade. Students are assessed individually on a scale of 5-0.
Arviointiasteikko
1-5
Hylätty (0)
The student has failed to meet the set course requirements.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements minimally. Work displays vaguely consistent and appropriate register. Content is vaguely effective and diverse. The text is not in keeping with style-specific conventions. The student constructs minimally understandable sentences. Grammatical irregularities occur often. Vocabulary is minimally appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style vaguely appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts minimally with participants. Performance meets few of the set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a vaguely consistent manner. Delivery is minimally structured. Linguistic performance is minimally accurate and appropriate to the context. Pauses are rather long and at times pronunciation hinders comprehension.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements adequately. Work displays somewhat consistent and appropriate register. Content is somewhat effective and diverse. The text has a reasonably logical structure. The text is rather cohesive. Minor mistakes occur in style. The student mostly constructs sentences well. Grammatical irregularities occur. Vocabulary is adequately professional and mostly appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: In most cases the student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts with participants. Performance meets most set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a consistent manner. Delivery is structured. Linguistic performance is somewhat accurate and appropriate to the context, although short pauses and hesitations may occur.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements fully. Work displays consistent and appropriate register. Content is effective, diverse, and skillfully delivered. The text has a clear and logical structure. The text is cohesive, fluent, and versatile. The student uses varied structures although occasional grammatical irregularities may occur. Vocabulary is varied and professional and typically appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts fluently and competently. Performance meets all set expectations of given assignments. The student speaks in a clear, concise, and consistent manner. Delivery is well-structured, intentional. Linguistic performance is accurate, appropriate to the context, and speech tempo is natural.
Ilmoittautumisaika
15.05.2023 - 25.09.2023
Ajoitus
30.10.2023 - 25.02.2024
Opintopistemäärä
5 op
Toteutustapa
Lähiopetus
Yksikkö
Teknologia (LAB)
Toimipiste
Lappeenrannan kampus
Opetuskielet
- Englanti
Paikat
15 - 35
Koulutus
- Kieliopinnot LAB
Opettaja
- Mari Pyysalo
Opetusryhmät
- Harjoitukset 1 (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
Ryhmät
-
TLPRMEC23SBachelor's Degree Programme in Industrial Mechanical Engineering 23S Lappeenranta
Pienryhmät
- Harjoitukset 1
Osaamistavoitteet
Proficiency level: B2
The student is able to
- identify the characteristics of academic texts and to apply academic conventions to their writing
- demonstrate critical thinking and find, evaluate and use information effectively
- communicate clearly and effectively in different generic and field-specific workplace situations both orally and in writing
- function collaboratively in contemporary working environments in English.
Arviointiasteikko
1-5
Ilmoittautumisaika
15.05.2023 - 25.09.2023
Ajoitus
30.10.2023 - 25.02.2024
Opintopistemäärä
5 op
Toteutustapa
Lähiopetus
Yksikkö
Teknologia (LAB)
Toimipiste
Lappeenrannan kampus
Opetuskielet
- Englanti
Paikat
15 - 35
Koulutus
- Kieliopinnot LAB
Opettaja
- Mari Pyysalo
Opetusryhmät
- Harjoitukset 1 (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
Ryhmät
-
TLPRIIT23SBachelor's Degree Programme in Industrial Information Technology 23S Lappeenranta
Pienryhmät
- Harjoitukset 1
Osaamistavoitteet
Proficiency level: B2
The student is able to
- identify the characteristics of academic texts and to apply academic conventions to their writing
- demonstrate critical thinking and find, evaluate and use information effectively
- communicate clearly and effectively in different generic and field-specific workplace situations both orally and in writing
- function collaboratively in contemporary working environments in English.
Arviointiasteikko
1-5
Ilmoittautumisaika
15.05.2023 - 01.09.2023
Ajoitus
11.09.2023 - 17.12.2023
Opintopistemäärä
5 op
Virtuaaliosuus
2 op
Toteutustapa
60 % Lähiopetus, 40 % Etäopetus
Yksikkö
Liiketoiminta (LAB)
Toimipiste
Lahden kampus
Opetuskielet
- Englanti
Koulutus
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in International Business
Opettaja
- Hamid Guedra
Opetusryhmät
- Lesson/classroom exercises (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
Ryhmät
-
LLTIIB23SBachelor's Degree Programme in International Business 23S Lahti
Pienryhmät
- Lesson/classroom exercises
Osaamistavoitteet
Proficiency level: B2
The student is able to
- identify the characteristics of academic texts and to apply academic conventions to their writing
- demonstrate critical thinking and find, evaluate and use information effectively
- communicate clearly and effectively in different generic and field-specific workplace situations both orally and in writing
- function collaboratively in contemporary working environments in English.
Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät
Lectures, group work, individual assignments, peer and self-assessment.
Ajoitus ja läsnäolo
Specified by the teacher.
Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus
Specified by the teacher.
Required:
-LAB Thesis Guidebook, chapters 6 & 7 (i.e., referencing mechanics)
For background:
-Stephen Bailey: Academic Writing. A Handbook for International Students. An e-book available in the LAB Primo database. (The required sections are specified on the course Moodle page.)
Recommended:
- https://open.lib.umn.edu/writingforsuccess/
- https://open.lib.umn.edu/collegesuccess/
- https://milnepublishing.geneseo.edu/writing-in-college-from-competence-to-excellence/
Toteutuksen valinnaiset suoritustavat
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Discussed with the teacher.
Uusintamahdollisuudet
No final exam/no retake to improve the final course grade. The student is allowed to retake the midterm exam once. The midterm exam grade counts toward the final course grade. If the student fails both takes of the exam, they may still earn a passing grade in the course by completing the remaining coursework.
Oppimisympäristö
In-class learning on campus. Study materials on the Moodle platform.
Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus
The estimated workload is 135 hours, including reading, coursework, and lectures or other scheduled meetings.
Sisältö
About 3 ECTS is focused on academic practices, especially academic writing, and about 2 ECTS is focused on other professional communication practices and skills, both written and spoken.
-general principles of academic writing, including style, text structure, and referencing mechanics
-generic and context-specific guidelines for academic and professional writing
-various written and oral communication situations in professional studies and the working life
-key terminology and concepts in the students' field of study.
Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen
Strong English skills recommended. The course is taught at the B2 level according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. This is equal to scoring 6 or 6.5 in the IELTS test or having been graded M or higher in English in the Finnish matriculation examination.
Arviointimenetelmät
Midterm exam. Written assignments.
Arviointiasteikko
1-5
Hylätty (0)
The student has failed to meet the set course requirements.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements minimally. Work displays vaguely consistent and appropriate register. Content is vaguely effective and diverse. The text is not in keeping with style-specific conventions. The student constructs minimally understandable sentences. Grammatical irregularities occur often. Vocabulary is minimally appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style vaguely appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts minimally with participants. Performance meets few of the set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a vaguely consistent manner. Delivery is minimally structured. Linguistic performance is minimally accurate and appropriate to the context. Pauses are rather long and at times pronunciation hinders comprehension.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements adequately. Work displays somewhat consistent and appropriate register. Content is somewhat effective and diverse. The text has a reasonably logical structure. The text is rather cohesive. Minor mistakes occur in style. The student mostly constructs sentences well. Grammatical irregularities occur. Vocabulary is adequately professional and mostly appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: In most cases the student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts with participants. Performance meets most set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a consistent manner. Delivery is structured. Linguistic performance is somewhat accurate and appropriate to the context, although short pauses and hesitations may occur.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements fully. Work displays consistent and appropriate register. Content is effective, diverse, and skillfully delivered. The text has a clear and logical structure. The text is cohesive, fluent, and versatile. The student uses varied structures although occasional grammatical irregularities may occur. Vocabulary is varied and professional and typically appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts fluently and competently. Performance meets all set expectations of given assignments. The student speaks in a clear, concise, and consistent manner. Delivery is well-structured, intentional. Linguistic performance is accurate, appropriate to the context, and speech tempo is natural.
Ilmoittautumisaika
15.05.2023 - 01.09.2023
Ajoitus
04.09.2023 - 30.11.2023
Opintopistemäärä
5 op
Toteutustapa
Lähiopetus
Yksikkö
Muotoiluinstituutti (LAB)
Toimipiste
Lahden kampus
Opetuskielet
- Englanti
Koulutus
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Sustainable Design Business
Opettaja
- Miglena Schröder
Opetusryhmät
- Verkkoluento (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
Ryhmät
-
KKIE23LABHKieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2023-2024, LAB
-
MLTISDB23SBachelor's Degree Programme in Sustainable Design Business 23S Lahti
Pienryhmät
- Verkkoluento
Osaamistavoitteet
Proficiency level: B2
The student is able to
- identify the characteristics of academic texts and to apply academic conventions to their writing
- demonstrate critical thinking and find, evaluate and use information effectively
- communicate clearly and effectively in different generic and field-specific workplace situations both orally and in writing
- function collaboratively in contemporary working environments in English.
Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät
Learning outcomes of the course
The student is able to:
• identify the characteristics of academic texts and apply academic conventions to their writing
• demonstrate critical thinking and find, evaluate and use information effectively
• communicate clearly and effectively in different generic and field-specific workplace situations both orally and in writing
• function collaboratively in contemporary working environments in English.
Implementation and methods of teaching
Lectures, group work, individual assignments, peer and self-assessment.
Ajoitus ja läsnäolo
Timing and attendance
Regular class attendance is required (80%)
Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus
Learning material and recommended literature
Course material provided on Moodle.
Required: LAB Thesis Guidebook, chapters 6 & 7 (i.e., referencing mechanics)
Recommended:
• Stephen Bailey: Academic Writing. A Handbook for International Students. An e-book available in the LAB Primo database.
• https://open.lib.umn.edu/writingforsuccess/
• https://open.lib.umn.edu/collegesuccess/
• https://milnepublishing.geneseo.edu/writing-in-college-from-competence-to-excellence/
Toteutuksen valinnaiset suoritustavat
Alternative completion methods
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Discussed with the teacher.
Uusintamahdollisuudet
A written test held at the end of the course.
Oppimisympäristö
Learning environment
Online (Moodle platform and Zoom), blended learning
Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus
Students’ use of time and workload
The estimated workload is 135 hours, including required reading, coursework, and lectures or other scheduled meetings.
Sisältö
Contents:
About 3 ECTS is focused on academic practices, especially academic writing, and about 2 ECTS is focused on other professional communication practices and skills, both written and spoken.
• general principles of academic writing, including style, text structure, and referencing mechanics
• generic and context-specific guidelines for academic and professional writing
• various written and oral communication situations in professional studies and the working life
• key terminology and concepts in the students' field of study.
Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen
Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.
Strong English skills recommended. The course is taught at skills level CEFR B2.
Arviointimenetelmät
Assessment criteria (5, 3, 1, failed) and scale (5-1)
Arviointiasteikko
1-5
Hylätty (0)
Failed
The student has failed to meet the set course requirements
Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements minimally. Work displays vaguely consistent and appropriate register. Content is vaguely effective and diverse. The text is not in keeping with style-specific conventions. The student constructs minimally understandable sentences. Grammatical irregularities occur often. Vocabulary is minimally appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style vaguely appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts minimally with participants. Performance meets few of the set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a vaguely consistent manner. Delivery is minimally structured. Linguistic performance is minimally accurate and appropriate to the context. Pauses are rather long and at times pronunciation hinders comprehension.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements adequately. Work displays somewhat consistent and appropriate register. Content is somewhat effective and diverse. The text has a reasonably logical structure. The text is rather cohesive. Minor mistakes occur in style. The student mostly constructs sentences well. Grammatical irregularities occur. Vocabulary is adequately professional and mostly appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: In most cases the student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts with participants. Performance meets most set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a consistent manner. Delivery is structured. Linguistic performance is somewhat accurate and appropriate to the context, although short pauses and hesitations may occur.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements fully. Work displays consistent and appropriate register. Content is effective, diverse, and skillfully delivered. The text has a clear and logical structure. The text is cohesive, fluent, and versatile. The student uses varied structures although occasional grammatical irregularities may occur. Vocabulary is varied and professional and typically appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts fluently and competently. Performance meets all set expectations of given assignments. The student speaks in a clear, concise, and consistent manner. Delivery is well-structured, intentional. Linguistic performance is accurate, appropriate to the context, and speech tempo is natural.
Ilmoittautumisaika
15.05.2023 - 01.09.2023
Ajoitus
04.09.2023 - 29.10.2023
Opintopistemäärä
5 op
Virtuaaliosuus
2 op
Toteutustapa
60 % Lähiopetus, 40 % Etäopetus
Yksikkö
Hyvinvointi (LAB)
Toimipiste
Lappeenrannan kampus
Opetuskielet
- Englanti
Paikat
15 - 35
Koulutus
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Paramedic (2021, 2022, 2023)
Opettaja
- Anna-Riitta Pettinen
Opetusryhmät
- Harjoitukset 1 (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
Ryhmät
-
HLPRPARA23SBachelor's Degree Programme in Paramedic 23S Lappeenranta
Pienryhmät
- Harjoitukset 1
Osaamistavoitteet
Proficiency level: B2
The student is able to
- identify the characteristics of academic texts and to apply academic conventions to their writing
- demonstrate critical thinking and find, evaluate and use information effectively
- communicate clearly and effectively in different generic and field-specific workplace situations both orally and in writing
- function collaboratively in contemporary working environments in English.
Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät
Lectures, group work, individual assignments, peer and self-assessment. Blended learning: studies in class and online.
Ajoitus ja läsnäolo
September 2021 - December 2021. Scheduled weekly classes and online studies.
Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus
Study materials are provided by the teacher via Moodle.
Required: LAB Thesis Guidebook, chapters 6 & 7 (i.e., referencing mechanics), available at elab.lab.fi
Toteutuksen valinnaiset suoritustavat
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). To be discussed with the teacher.
Oppimisympäristö
Blanded learning: in-class and online (Moodle, Zoom/Teams, other digital platforms as needed)
Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus
Estimated student workload is 135 h during the 5-credit course, including reading, coursework, and lectures or other scheduled meetings.
Sisältö
About 3 ECTS is focused on academic practices, especially academic writing, and about 2 ECTS is focused on other professional communication practices and skills, both written and spoken.
- general principles of academic writing, including style, text structure, and referencing mechanics
- generic and context-specific guidelines for academic and professional writing
- various written and oral communication situations in professional studies and the working life
- key terminology and concepts in the students' field of study.
Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen
Strong English skills recommended. The course is taught at skills level CEFR B2.
Arviointimenetelmät
Continuous evaluation: regular attendance (75%) and active participation in lectures and in-class exercises. Successful completion of written and spoken assignments and tests by given deadlines. Students are assessed individually on a scale of 5-0.
Arviointiasteikko
1-5
Hylätty (0)
The student has failed to meet the set course requirements.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements minimally. Work displays vaguely consistent and appropriate register. Content is vaguely effective and diverse. The text is not in keeping with style-specific conventions. The student constructs minimally understandable sentences. Grammatical irregularities occur often. Vocabulary is minimally appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style vaguely appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts minimally with participants. Performance meets few of the set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a vaguely consistent manner. Delivery is minimally structured. Linguistic performance is minimally accurate and appropriate to the context. Pauses are rather long and at times pronunciation hinders comprehension.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements adequately. Work displays somewhat consistent and appropriate register. Content is somewhat effective and diverse. The text has a reasonably logical structure. The text is rather cohesive. Minor mistakes occur in style. The student mostly constructs sentences well. Grammatical irregularities occur. Vocabulary is adequately professional and mostly appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: In most cases the student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts with participants. Performance meets most set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a consistent manner. Delivery is structured. Linguistic performance is somewhat accurate and appropriate to the context, although short pauses and hesitations may occur.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements fully. Work displays consistent and appropriate register. Content is effective, diverse, and skillfully delivered. The text has a clear and logical structure. The text is cohesive, fluent, and versatile. The student uses varied structures although occasional grammatical irregularities may occur. Vocabulary is varied and professional and typically appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts fluently and competently. Performance meets all set expectations of given assignments. The student speaks in a clear, concise, and consistent manner. Delivery is well-structured, intentional. Linguistic performance is accurate, appropriate to the context, and speech tempo is natural.
Ilmoittautumisaika
21.11.2022 - 15.01.2023
Ajoitus
23.01.2023 - 30.04.2023
Opintopistemäärä
5 op
Virtuaaliosuus
2 op
Toteutustapa
60 % Lähiopetus, 40 % Etäopetus
Yksikkö
Liiketoiminta (LAB)
Toimipiste
Lahden kampus
Opetuskielet
- Englanti
Paikat
15 - 35
Koulutus
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Business Information Technology
Opettaja
- Hamid Guedra
- Aria Kanerva
Opetusryhmät
- Luennot 1 (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
Ryhmät
-
LLTIBIT23KBachelor's Degree Programme in Business Information Technology 23K Lahti
-
KKIE22LABHKieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2022-2023, LAB
Pienryhmät
- Luennot 1
Osaamistavoitteet
Proficiency level: B2
The student is able to
- identify the characteristics of academic texts and to apply academic conventions to their writing
- demonstrate critical thinking and find, evaluate and use information effectively
- communicate clearly and effectively in different generic and field-specific workplace situations both orally and in writing
- function collaboratively in contemporary working environments in English.
Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät
Lectures, group work, individual assignments, peer and self-assessment.
Ajoitus ja läsnäolo
Specified by the teacher.
Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus
Specified by the teacher.
Required:
-LAB Thesis Guidebook, chapters 6 & 7 (i.e., referencing mechanics)
- Stephen Bailey: Academic Writing. A Handbook for International Students. An e-book available in the LAB Primo database. (The required sections are specified on the course Moodle page.)
Recommended:
- https://open.lib.umn.edu/writingforsuccess/
- https://open.lib.umn.edu/collegesuccess/
- https://milnepublishing.geneseo.edu/writing-in-college-from-competence-to-excellence/
Toteutuksen valinnaiset suoritustavat
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Discussed with the teacher.
Uusintamahdollisuudet
No final exam/no retake to improve the final course grade. The student is allowed to retake the midterm exam once. However, the student should note that retake exam is simply graded 1/5 at best. The midterm exam grade counts toward the final course grade. If the student fails both the first take and the retake, they may still pass the course by doing the other required coursework,.
Oppimisympäristö
Online (Moodle platform), blended learning, in-class learning. Specified by the teacher.
Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus
The estimated workload is 135 hours, including reading, coursework, and lectures or other scheduled meetings.
Sisältö
About 3 ECTS is focused on academic practices, especially academic writing, and about 2 ECTS is focused on other professional communication practices and skills, both written and spoken.
- general principles of academic writing, including style, text structure, and referencing mechanics
- generic and context-specific guidelines for academic and professional writing
- various written and oral communication situations in professional studies and the working life
- key terminology and concepts in the students' field of study.
Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen
Strong English skills recommended. The course is taught at the B2 level according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. This is equal to scoring 6 or 6.5 in the IELTS test or having been graded M or higher in English in the Finnish matriculation examination.
Arviointimenetelmät
Midterm exam. Written assignments.
Arviointiasteikko
1-5
Hylätty (0)
The student has failed to meet the set course requirements.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements minimally. Work displays vaguely consistent and appropriate register. Content is vaguely effective and diverse. The text is not in keeping with style-specific conventions. The student constructs minimally understandable sentences. Grammatical irregularities occur often. Vocabulary is minimally appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style vaguely appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts minimally with participants. Performance meets few of the set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a vaguely consistent manner. Delivery is minimally structured. Linguistic performance is minimally accurate and appropriate to the context. Pauses are rather long and at times pronunciation hinders comprehension.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements adequately. Work displays somewhat consistent and appropriate register. Content is somewhat effective and diverse. The text has a reasonably logical structure. The text is rather cohesive. Minor mistakes occur in style. The student mostly constructs sentences well. Grammatical irregularities occur. Vocabulary is adequately professional and mostly appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: In most cases the student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts with participants. Performance meets most set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a consistent manner. Delivery is structured. Linguistic performance is somewhat accurate and appropriate to the context, although short pauses and hesitations may occur.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements fully. Work displays consistent and appropriate register. Content is effective, diverse, and skillfully delivered. The text has a clear and logical structure. The text is cohesive, fluent, and versatile. The student uses varied structures although occasional grammatical irregularities may occur. Vocabulary is varied and professional and typically appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts fluently and competently. Performance meets all set expectations of given assignments. The student speaks in a clear, concise, and consistent manner. Delivery is well-structured, intentional. Linguistic performance is accurate, appropriate to the context, and speech tempo is natural.
Ilmoittautumisaika
21.11.2022 - 15.01.2023
Ajoitus
23.01.2023 - 30.04.2023
Opintopistemäärä
5 op
Virtuaaliosuus
2 op
Toteutustapa
60 % Lähiopetus, 40 % Etäopetus
Yksikkö
Liiketoiminta (LAB)
Toimipiste
Lahden kampus
Opetuskielet
- Englanti
Paikat
0 - 70
Koulutus
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in International Business
Opettaja
- Hamid Guedra
- Aria Kanerva
Opetusryhmät
- Luennot 1 (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
- Luennot 2 (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
Ryhmät
-
LLTIIB23KBachelor's Degree Programme in International Business 23K Lahti
-
KKIE22LABHKieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2022-2023, LAB
Pienryhmät
- Luennot 1
- Luennot 2
Osaamistavoitteet
Proficiency level: B2
The student is able to
- identify the characteristics of academic texts and to apply academic conventions to their writing
- demonstrate critical thinking and find, evaluate and use information effectively
- communicate clearly and effectively in different generic and field-specific workplace situations both orally and in writing
- function collaboratively in contemporary working environments in English.
Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät
Lectures, group work, individual assignments, peer and self-assessment.
Ajoitus ja läsnäolo
Specified by the teacher.
Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus
Specified by the teacher.
Required:
-LAB Thesis Guidebook, chapters 6 & 7 (i.e., referencing mechanics)
- Stephen Bailey: Academic Writing. A Handbook for International Students. An e-book available in the LAB Primo database. (The required sections are specified on the course Moodle page.)
Recommended:
- https://open.lib.umn.edu/writingforsuccess/
- https://open.lib.umn.edu/collegesuccess/
- https://milnepublishing.geneseo.edu/writing-in-college-from-competence-to-excellence/
Toteutuksen valinnaiset suoritustavat
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Discussed with the teacher.
Uusintamahdollisuudet
No final exam/no retake to improve the final course grade. The student is allowed to retake the midterm exam once. However, the student should note that retake exam is simply graded 1/5 at best. The midterm exam grade counts toward the final course grade. If the student fails both the first take and the retake, they may still pass the course by doing the other required coursework,.
Oppimisympäristö
Online (Moodle platform), blended learning, in-class learning. Specified by the teacher.
Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus
The estimated workload is 135 hours, including reading, coursework, and lectures or other scheduled meetings.
Sisältö
About 3 ECTS is focused on academic practices, especially academic writing, and about 2 ECTS is focused on other professional communication practices and skills, both written and spoken.
- general principles of academic writing, including style, text structure, and referencing mechanics
- generic and context-specific guidelines for academic and professional writing
- various written and oral communication situations in professional studies and the working life
- key terminology and concepts in the students' field of study.
Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen
Strong English skills recommended. The course is taught at the B2 level according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. This is equal to scoring 6 or 6.5 in the IELTS test or having been graded M or higher in English in the Finnish matriculation examination.
Arviointimenetelmät
Midterm exam. Written assignments.
Arviointiasteikko
1-5
Hylätty (0)
The student has failed to meet the set course requirements.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements minimally. Work displays vaguely consistent and appropriate register. Content is vaguely effective and diverse. The text is not in keeping with style-specific conventions. The student constructs minimally understandable sentences. Grammatical irregularities occur often. Vocabulary is minimally appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style vaguely appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts minimally with participants. Performance meets few of the set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a vaguely consistent manner. Delivery is minimally structured. Linguistic performance is minimally accurate and appropriate to the context. Pauses are rather long and at times pronunciation hinders comprehension.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements adequately. Work displays somewhat consistent and appropriate register. Content is somewhat effective and diverse. The text has a reasonably logical structure. The text is rather cohesive. Minor mistakes occur in style. The student mostly constructs sentences well. Grammatical irregularities occur. Vocabulary is adequately professional and mostly appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: In most cases the student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts with participants. Performance meets most set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a consistent manner. Delivery is structured. Linguistic performance is somewhat accurate and appropriate to the context, although short pauses and hesitations may occur.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements fully. Work displays consistent and appropriate register. Content is effective, diverse, and skillfully delivered. The text has a clear and logical structure. The text is cohesive, fluent, and versatile. The student uses varied structures although occasional grammatical irregularities may occur. Vocabulary is varied and professional and typically appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts fluently and competently. Performance meets all set expectations of given assignments. The student speaks in a clear, concise, and consistent manner. Delivery is well-structured, intentional. Linguistic performance is accurate, appropriate to the context, and speech tempo is natural.
Ilmoittautumisaika
01.07.2022 - 04.09.2022
Ajoitus
31.10.2022 - 28.02.2023
Opintopistemäärä
5 op
Virtuaaliosuus
5 op
Toteutustapa
Etäopetus
Yksikkö
Muotoiluinstituutti (LAB)
Toimipiste
Verkkokampus
Opetuskielet
- Englanti
Paikat
15 - 35
Koulutus
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Packaging and Brand Design (2021, 2022)
Opettaja
- Miglena Schröder
Opetusryhmät
- Verkkoluento (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
Ryhmät
-
MLTIPAC22SBachelor's Degree Programme in Packaging and Brand Design 22S Lahti
-
KKIE22LABHKieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2022-2023, LAB
Pienryhmät
- Verkkoluento
Osaamistavoitteet
Proficiency level: B2
The student is able to
- identify the characteristics of academic texts and to apply academic conventions to their writing
- demonstrate critical thinking and find, evaluate and use information effectively
- communicate clearly and effectively in different generic and field-specific workplace situations both orally and in writing
- function collaboratively in contemporary working environments in English.
Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät
Learning outcomes of the course
The student is able to:
• identify the characteristics of academic texts and apply academic conventions to their writing
• demonstrate critical thinking and find, evaluate and use information effectively
• communicate clearly and effectively in different generic and field-specific workplace situations both orally and in writing
• function collaboratively in contemporary working environments in English.
Implementation and methods of teaching
Lectures, group work, individual assignments, peer and self-assessment.
Ajoitus ja läsnäolo
Timing and attendance
Regular class attendance is required (80%)
Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus
Learning material and recommended literature
Course material provided on Moodle.
Required: LAB Thesis Guidebook, chapters 6 & 7 (i.e., referencing mechanics)
Recommended:
• Stephen Bailey: Academic Writing. A Handbook for International Students. An e-book available in the LAB Primo database.
• https://open.lib.umn.edu/writingforsuccess/
• https://open.lib.umn.edu/collegesuccess/
• https://milnepublishing.geneseo.edu/writing-in-college-from-competence-to-excellence/
Toteutuksen valinnaiset suoritustavat
Alternative completion methods
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Discussed with the teacher.
Uusintamahdollisuudet
A written test held at the end of the course.
Oppimisympäristö
Learning environment
Online (Moodle platform and Zoom), blended learning
Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus
Students’ use of time and workload
The estimated workload is 135 hours, including required reading, coursework, and lectures or other scheduled meetings.
Sisältö
Contents:
About 3 ECTS is focused on academic practices, especially academic writing, and about 2 ECTS is focused on other professional communication practices and skills, both written and spoken.
• general principles of academic writing, including style, text structure, and referencing mechanics
• generic and context-specific guidelines for academic and professional writing
• various written and oral communication situations in professional studies and the working life
• key terminology and concepts in the students' field of study.
Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen
Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.
Strong English skills recommended. The course is taught at skills level CEFR B2.
Arviointimenetelmät
Assessment criteria (5, 3, 1, failed) and scale (5-1)
Arviointiasteikko
1-5
Hylätty (0)
Failed
The student has failed to meet the set course requirements
Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements minimally. Work displays vaguely consistent and appropriate register. Content is vaguely effective and diverse. The text is not in keeping with style-specific conventions. The student constructs minimally understandable sentences. Grammatical irregularities occur often. Vocabulary is minimally appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style vaguely appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts minimally with participants. Performance meets few of the set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a vaguely consistent manner. Delivery is minimally structured. Linguistic performance is minimally accurate and appropriate to the context. Pauses are rather long and at times pronunciation hinders comprehension.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements adequately. Work displays somewhat consistent and appropriate register. Content is somewhat effective and diverse. The text has a reasonably logical structure. The text is rather cohesive. Minor mistakes occur in style. The student mostly constructs sentences well. Grammatical irregularities occur. Vocabulary is adequately professional and mostly appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: In most cases the student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts with participants. Performance meets most set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a consistent manner. Delivery is structured. Linguistic performance is somewhat accurate and appropriate to the context, although short pauses and hesitations may occur.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements fully. Work displays consistent and appropriate register. Content is effective, diverse, and skillfully delivered. The text has a clear and logical structure. The text is cohesive, fluent, and versatile. The student uses varied structures although occasional grammatical irregularities may occur. Vocabulary is varied and professional and typically appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts fluently and competently. Performance meets all set expectations of given assignments. The student speaks in a clear, concise, and consistent manner. Delivery is well-structured, intentional. Linguistic performance is accurate, appropriate to the context, and speech tempo is natural.
Ilmoittautumisaika
02.05.2022 - 20.10.2022
Ajoitus
31.10.2022 - 28.02.2023
Opintopistemäärä
5 op
Virtuaaliosuus
3 op
Toteutustapa
40 % Lähiopetus, 60 % Etäopetus
Yksikkö
Liiketoiminta (LAB)
Toimipiste
Lappeenrannan kampus
Opetuskielet
- Englanti
Paikat
15 - 55
Koulutus
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in International Business
Opettaja
- Anneli Rinnevalli
Opetusryhmät
- Exercises/Lectures Group B (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
- Exercises/Lectures Group A (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
Ryhmät
-
LLPRIB22SBachelor's Degree Programme in International Business 22S Lappeenranta
-
KKIE22LABHKieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2022-2023, LAB
Pienryhmät
- Exercises/Lectures Group B
- Exercises/Lectures Group A
Osaamistavoitteet
Proficiency level: B2
The student is able to
- identify the characteristics of academic texts and to apply academic conventions to their writing
- demonstrate critical thinking and find, evaluate and use information effectively
- communicate clearly and effectively in different generic and field-specific workplace situations both orally and in writing
- function collaboratively in contemporary working environments in English.
Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät
In the autumn term, virtual learning: 1) classes on Teams and 2) self-studies on Moodle. In the spring term, blended learning: 1) classes on campus and 2) self-studies on Moodle. Lectures and teacher-directed activities, exercises and assignments, group work and individual studies, feedback from peers and the teacher. Where relevant and possible, integration with another course implementation (e.g. a report writing assignment).
Ajoitus ja läsnäolo
The course is scheduled for October/November 2022 to February 2023, the first part (3 ECTS) focusing on academic writing and the second part introducing the basics of professional business communication (2 ECTS). Scheduled weekly classes to attend and virtual studies to complete successfully by deadlines.
Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus
Study materials are provided by the teacher via Moodle.
Required: LAB Thesis Guidebook, chapters 6 & 7 (i.e., citing and referencing mechanics), available at elab.lab.fi
Recommended (parts):
- Stephen Bailey: Academic Writing. A Handbook for International Students. An e-book available in the LAB Primo database.
- https://open.lib.umn.edu/writingforsuccess/
- https://open.lib.umn.edu/collegesuccess/
- https://milnepublishing.geneseo.edu/writing-in-college-from-competence-to-excellence/
Toteutuksen valinnaiset suoritustavat
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). To be discussed with the teacher.
Uusintamahdollisuudet
Students who fail the course will need to complete the course requirements within one year (12 months) from the end of the course period. Consult the course teacher.
Oppimisympäristö
Blended learning: The major part of the studies will take place online (Moodle, Teams, and other digital platforms as needed). In the spring term, studies will comprise also live classes on the Lappeenranta campus.
Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus
Estimated student workload is 135 hours during the 5-credit course, including reading, exercises and assignments, lectures and other scheduled meetings.
Sisältö
About 3 ECTS is focused on academic practices, especially academic writing, and about 2 ECTS is focused on other professional communication practices and skills, both written and spoken.
- general principles of academic writing, including style, text structure, and referencing mechanics
- generic and context-specific guidelines for academic and professional writing
- various written and oral communication situations in professional studies and the working life
- key terminology and concepts in the students' field of study.
Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen
Strong English skills recommended. The course is taught at skills level CEFR B2.
Arviointimenetelmät
Continuous evaluation: regular attendance and active participation in lectures and learning sessions. Successful completion of written and spoken assignments and tests by the given deadlines. Students' assignments are assessed individually on a scale of 5-0 or Pass/Fail. The final course grade is determined based on the overall quality of the student's course work, on a scale of 5-0.
Arviointiasteikko
1-5
Hylätty (0)
The student has failed to meet the set course requirements.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements minimally. Work displays vaguely consistent and appropriate register. Content is vaguely effective and diverse. The text is not in keeping with style-specific conventions. The student constructs minimally understandable sentences. Grammatical irregularities occur often. Vocabulary is minimally appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style vaguely appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts minimally with participants. Performance meets few of the set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a vaguely consistent manner. Delivery is minimally structured. Linguistic performance is minimally accurate and appropriate to the context. Pauses are rather long and at times pronunciation hinders comprehension.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements adequately. Work displays somewhat consistent and appropriate register. Content is somewhat effective and diverse. The text has a reasonably logical structure. The text is rather cohesive. Minor mistakes occur in style. The student mostly constructs sentences well. Grammatical irregularities occur. Vocabulary is adequately professional and mostly appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: In most cases the student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts with participants. Performance meets most set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a consistent manner. Delivery is structured. Linguistic performance is somewhat accurate and appropriate to the context, although short pauses and hesitations may occur.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements fully. Work displays consistent and appropriate register. Content is effective, diverse, and skillfully delivered. The text has a clear and logical structure. The text is cohesive, fluent, and versatile. The student uses varied structures although occasional grammatical irregularities may occur. Vocabulary is varied and professional and typically appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts fluently and competently. Performance meets all set expectations of given assignments. The student speaks in a clear, concise, and consistent manner. Delivery is well-structured, intentional. Linguistic performance is accurate, appropriate to the context, and speech tempo is natural.
Ilmoittautumisaika
01.07.2022 - 04.09.2022
Ajoitus
31.10.2022 - 28.02.2023
Opintopistemäärä
5 op
Virtuaaliosuus
5 op
Toteutustapa
Etäopetus
Yksikkö
Kielikeskus (LAB)
Toimipiste
Verkkokampus
Opetuskielet
- Englanti
Paikat
15 - 35
Koulutus
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Industrial Design (2020, 2021)
Opettaja
- Miglena Schröder
Vastuuopettaja
Ritva Kosonen
Opetusryhmät
- Verkkoluento (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
Ryhmät
-
MLTIID22SBachelor's Degree Programme in Industrial Design 22S Lahti
-
KKIE22LABHKieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2022-2023, LAB
Pienryhmät
- Verkkoluento
Osaamistavoitteet
Proficiency level: B2
The student is able to
- identify the characteristics of academic texts and to apply academic conventions to their writing
- demonstrate critical thinking and find, evaluate and use information effectively
- communicate clearly and effectively in different generic and field-specific workplace situations both orally and in writing
- function collaboratively in contemporary working environments in English.
Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät
Learning outcomes of the course
The student is able to:
• identify the characteristics of academic texts and apply academic conventions to their writing
• demonstrate critical thinking and find, evaluate and use information effectively
• communicate clearly and effectively in different generic and field-specific workplace situations both orally and in writing
• function collaboratively in contemporary working environments in English.
Implementation and methods of teaching
Lectures, group work, individual assignments, peer and self-assessment.
Ajoitus ja läsnäolo
Timing and attendance
Regular class attendance is required (80%)
Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus
Learning material and recommended literature
Course material provided on Moodle.
Required: LAB Thesis Guidebook, chapters 6 & 7 (i.e., referencing mechanics)
Recommended:
• Stephen Bailey: Academic Writing. A Handbook for International Students. An e-book available in the LAB Primo database.
• https://open.lib.umn.edu/writingforsuccess/
• https://open.lib.umn.edu/collegesuccess/
• https://milnepublishing.geneseo.edu/writing-in-college-from-competence-to-excellence/
Toteutuksen valinnaiset suoritustavat
Alternative completion methods
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Discussed with the teacher.
Uusintamahdollisuudet
A written test held at the end of the course.
Oppimisympäristö
Learning environment
Online (Moodle platform and Zoom), blended learning
Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus
Students’ use of time and workload
The estimated workload is 135 hours, including required reading, coursework, and lectures or other scheduled meetings.
Sisältö
Contents:
About 3 ECTS is focused on academic practices, especially academic writing, and about 2 ECTS is focused on other professional communication practices and skills, both written and spoken.
• general principles of academic writing, including style, text structure, and referencing mechanics
• generic and context-specific guidelines for academic and professional writing
• various written and oral communication situations in professional studies and the working life
• key terminology and concepts in the students' field of study.
Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen
Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.
Strong English skills recommended. The course is taught at skills level CEFR B2.
Arviointimenetelmät
Assessment criteria (5, 3, 1, failed) and scale (5-1)
Arviointiasteikko
1-5
Hylätty (0)
Failed
The student has failed to meet the set course requirements
Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements minimally. Work displays vaguely consistent and appropriate register. Content is vaguely effective and diverse. The text is not in keeping with style-specific conventions. The student constructs minimally understandable sentences. Grammatical irregularities occur often. Vocabulary is minimally appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style vaguely appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts minimally with participants. Performance meets few of the set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a vaguely consistent manner. Delivery is minimally structured. Linguistic performance is minimally accurate and appropriate to the context. Pauses are rather long and at times pronunciation hinders comprehension.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements adequately. Work displays somewhat consistent and appropriate register. Content is somewhat effective and diverse. The text has a reasonably logical structure. The text is rather cohesive. Minor mistakes occur in style. The student mostly constructs sentences well. Grammatical irregularities occur. Vocabulary is adequately professional and mostly appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: In most cases the student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts with participants. Performance meets most set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a consistent manner. Delivery is structured. Linguistic performance is somewhat accurate and appropriate to the context, although short pauses and hesitations may occur.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements fully. Work displays consistent and appropriate register. Content is effective, diverse, and skillfully delivered. The text has a clear and logical structure. The text is cohesive, fluent, and versatile. The student uses varied structures although occasional grammatical irregularities may occur. Vocabulary is varied and professional and typically appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts fluently and competently. Performance meets all set expectations of given assignments. The student speaks in a clear, concise, and consistent manner. Delivery is well-structured, intentional. Linguistic performance is accurate, appropriate to the context, and speech tempo is natural.
Ilmoittautumisaika
01.07.2022 - 20.10.2022
Ajoitus
31.10.2022 - 28.02.2023
Opintopistemäärä
5 op
Virtuaaliosuus
3 op
Toteutustapa
40 % Lähiopetus, 60 % Etäopetus
Yksikkö
Liiketoiminta (LAB)
Toimipiste
- Lappeenrannan kampus
- Verkkokampus, Lappeenranta
Opetuskielet
- Englanti
Paikat
50 - 103
Koulutus
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Tourism and Hospitality Management
Opettaja
- Riitta Gröhn
- Tessa Laba
- Anneli Rinnevalli
Opetusryhmät
- Exercises/Lectures (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
- Group A & Group B (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
- Harjoitus Group A (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
- Harjoitus Group B (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
- Harjoitus Group C (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
- Harjoitus Group D (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
Ryhmät
-
KKIE22LABHKieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2022-2023, LAB
-
LLPRHOMA22SBachelor's Degree Programme in Tourism and Hospitality Management 22S Lappeenranta
Pienryhmät
- Exercises/Lectures
- Group A & Group B
- Harjoitus Group A
- Harjoitus Group B
- Harjoitus Group C
- Harjoitus Group D
Osaamistavoitteet
Proficiency level: B2
The student is able to
- identify the characteristics of academic texts and to apply academic conventions to their writing
- demonstrate critical thinking and find, evaluate and use information effectively
- communicate clearly and effectively in different generic and field-specific workplace situations both orally and in writing
- function collaboratively in contemporary working environments in English.
Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät
In the autumn term, virtual learning: 1) classes on Teams and 2) self-studies on Moodle. In the spring term, blended learning: 1) classes on campus and 2) self-studies on Moodle. Lectures and teacher-directed activities, exercises and assignments, group work and individual studies, feedback from peers and the teacher. Where relevant and possible, integration with another course implementation (e.g. a report writing assignment).
In the spring term, the live classes on campus are arranged in four smaller groups of students: HOMA22S A, B, C and D. The teacher of groups A and B is Tessa Laba, and the teacher of groups C and D is Anneli Rinnevalli.
Ajoitus ja läsnäolo
The course is scheduled for October/November 2022 to February 2023, the first part (3 ECTS) focusing on academic writing and the second part introducing the basics of professional business communication (2 ECTS). Scheduled weekly classes to attend and virtual studies to complete successfully by deadlines.
Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus
Study materials are provided by the teacher via Moodle.
Required: LAB Thesis Guidebook, chapters 6 & 7 (i.e., citing and referencing mechanics), available at elab.lab.fi
Recommended (parts):
- Stephen Bailey: Academic Writing. A Handbook for International Students. An e-book available in the LAB Primo database.
- https://open.lib.umn.edu/writingforsuccess/
- https://open.lib.umn.edu/collegesuccess/
- https://milnepublishing.geneseo.edu/writing-in-college-from-competence-to-excellence/
Toteutuksen valinnaiset suoritustavat
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). To be discussed with the teacher.
Uusintamahdollisuudet
Students who fail the course will need to complete the course requirements within one year (12 months) from the end of the course period. Consult the course teacher.
Oppimisympäristö
Blended learning: The major part of the studies will take place online (Moodle, Teams, and other digital platforms as needed). In the spring term, studies will comprise also live classes on the Lappeenranta campus.
Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus
Estimated student workload is 135 h during the 5-credit course, including reading, exercises and assignments, and lectures or other scheduled meetings.
Sisältö
About 3 ECTS is focused on academic practices, especially academic writing, and about 2 ECTS is focused on other professional communication practices and skills, both written and spoken.
- general principles of academic writing, including style, text structure, and referencing mechanics
- generic and context-specific guidelines for academic and professional writing
- various written and oral communication situations in professional studies and the working life
- key terminology and concepts in the students' field of study.
Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen
Strong English skills recommended. The course is taught at skills level CEFR B2.
Arviointimenetelmät
Continuous evaluation: regular attendance and active participation in lectures and learning sessions. Successful completion of written and spoken assignments and tests by the given deadlines. Students' assignments are assessed individually on a scale of 5-0 or Pass/Fail. The final course grade is determined based on the overall quality of the student's course work, on a scale of 5-0.
Arviointiasteikko
1-5
Hylätty (0)
The student has failed to meet the set course requirements.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements minimally. Work displays vaguely consistent and appropriate register. Content is vaguely effective and diverse. The text is not in keeping with style-specific conventions. The student constructs minimally understandable sentences. Grammatical irregularities occur often. Vocabulary is minimally appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style vaguely appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts minimally with participants. Performance meets few of the set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a vaguely consistent manner. Delivery is minimally structured. Linguistic performance is minimally accurate and appropriate to the context. Pauses are rather long and at times pronunciation hinders comprehension.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements adequately. Work displays somewhat consistent and appropriate register. Content is somewhat effective and diverse. The text has a reasonably logical structure. The text is rather cohesive. Minor mistakes occur in style. The student mostly constructs sentences well. Grammatical irregularities occur. Vocabulary is adequately professional and mostly appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: In most cases the student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts with participants. Performance meets most set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a consistent manner. Delivery is structured. Linguistic performance is somewhat accurate and appropriate to the context, although short pauses and hesitations may occur.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements fully. Work displays consistent and appropriate register. Content is effective, diverse, and skillfully delivered. The text has a clear and logical structure. The text is cohesive, fluent, and versatile. The student uses varied structures although occasional grammatical irregularities may occur. Vocabulary is varied and professional and typically appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts fluently and competently. Performance meets all set expectations of given assignments. The student speaks in a clear, concise, and consistent manner. Delivery is well-structured, intentional. Linguistic performance is accurate, appropriate to the context, and speech tempo is natural.
Ilmoittautumisaika
02.05.2022 - 07.10.2022
Ajoitus
10.10.2022 - 03.03.2023
Opintopistemäärä
5 op
Virtuaaliosuus
2 op
Toteutustapa
60 % Lähiopetus, 40 % Etäopetus
Yksikkö
Kielikeskus (LAB)
Toimipiste
Lappeenrannan kampus
Opetuskielet
- Englanti
Paikat
0 - 40
Koulutus
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Paramedic (2021, 2022, 2023)
Opettaja
- Anna-Riitta Pettinen
Opetusryhmät
- Harjoitukset 1 (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
Ryhmät
-
HLPRPARA22SBachelor's Degree Programme in Paramedic 22S Lappeenranta
-
KKIE22LABHKieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2022-2023, LAB
-
HLPREX22KSaapuvat vaihto-opiskelijat 22K, pitkät vaihdot, sote, Lappeenranta
Pienryhmät
- Harjoitukset 1
Osaamistavoitteet
Proficiency level: B2
The student is able to
- identify the characteristics of academic texts and to apply academic conventions to their writing
- demonstrate critical thinking and find, evaluate and use information effectively
- communicate clearly and effectively in different generic and field-specific workplace situations both orally and in writing
- function collaboratively in contemporary working environments in English.
Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät
Lectures, group work, individual assignments, peer and self-assessment. Blended learning: studies in class and online.
Ajoitus ja läsnäolo
21 October - 28 November 2022 (Academic writing)
March - April 2023.
Scheduled weekly classes and online studies.
Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus
Study materials are provided by the teacher via Moodle.
Required: LAB Thesis Guidebook, chapters 6 & 7 (i.e., referencing mechanics), available at elab.lab.fi
Toteutuksen valinnaiset suoritustavat
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). To be discussed with the teacher.
Oppimisympäristö
Blanded learning: in-class and online (Moodle, Zoom/Teams, other digital platforms as needed)
Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus
Estimated student workload is 135 h during the 5-credit course, including reading, coursework, and lectures or other scheduled meetings.
Sisältö
About 2 ECTS is focused on academic practices, especially academic writing, and about 3 ECTS is focused on other professional communication practices and skills, both written and spoken.
- general principles of academic writing, including style, text structure, and referencing mechanics
- generic and context-specific guidelines for academic and professional writing
- various written and oral communication situations in professional studies and the working life
- key terminology and concepts in the students' field of study.
Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen
The course is taught at skills level CEFR B2.
Arviointimenetelmät
Continuous evaluation: regular attendance (75%) and active participation in lectures and in-class exercises. Successful completion of written and spoken assignments and tests by given deadlines. Students are assessed individually on a scale of 5-0.
Arviointiasteikko
1-5
Hylätty (0)
The student has failed to meet the set course requirements.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements minimally. Work displays vaguely consistent and appropriate register. Content is vaguely effective and diverse. The text is not in keeping with style-specific conventions. The student constructs minimally understandable sentences. Grammatical irregularities occur often. Vocabulary is minimally appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style vaguely appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts minimally with participants. Performance meets few of the set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a vaguely consistent manner. Delivery is minimally structured. Linguistic performance is minimally accurate and appropriate to the context. Pauses are rather long and at times pronunciation hinders comprehension.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements adequately. Work displays somewhat consistent and appropriate register. Content is somewhat effective and diverse. The text has a reasonably logical structure. The text is rather cohesive. Minor mistakes occur in style. The student mostly constructs sentences well. Grammatical irregularities occur. Vocabulary is adequately professional and mostly appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: In most cases the student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts with participants. Performance meets most set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a consistent manner. Delivery is structured. Linguistic performance is somewhat accurate and appropriate to the context, although short pauses and hesitations may occur.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements fully. Work displays consistent and appropriate register. Content is effective, diverse, and skillfully delivered. The text has a clear and logical structure. The text is cohesive, fluent, and versatile. The student uses varied structures although occasional grammatical irregularities may occur. Vocabulary is varied and professional and typically appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts fluently and competently. Performance meets all set expectations of given assignments. The student speaks in a clear, concise, and consistent manner. Delivery is well-structured, intentional. Linguistic performance is accurate, appropriate to the context, and speech tempo is natural.
Ilmoittautumisaika
01.07.2022 - 04.09.2022
Ajoitus
05.09.2022 - 18.12.2022
Opintopistemäärä
5 op
Virtuaaliosuus
5 op
Toteutustapa
Etäopetus
Yksikkö
Liiketoiminta (LAB)
Toimipiste
Verkkokampus, Lahti
Opetuskielet
- Englanti
Paikat
15 - 70
Koulutus
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in International Business
Opettaja
- Hamid Guedra
- Aria Kanerva
Opetusryhmät
- Group 1 & Group 2 (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
Ryhmät
-
LLTIIB22SBachelor's Degree Programme in International Business 22S Lahti
-
KKIE22LABHKieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2022-2023, LAB
Pienryhmät
- Group 1 & Group 2
Osaamistavoitteet
Proficiency level: B2
The student is able to
- identify the characteristics of academic texts and to apply academic conventions to their writing
- demonstrate critical thinking and find, evaluate and use information effectively
- communicate clearly and effectively in different generic and field-specific workplace situations both orally and in writing
- function collaboratively in contemporary working environments in English.
Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät
Lectures, group work, individual assignments, peer and self-assessment.
The course is primarily for students in the LLTIIB22S group. The course is organized 100% online and designed specifically for those LLTIIB22S students who are currently not on campus in Finland. Others in the LLTIIB22S group must enroll in KE00CE75-3026.
Ajoitus ja läsnäolo
Specified by the teacher.
Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus
Specified by the teacher.
Required: LAB Thesis Guidebook, chapters 6 & 7 (i.e., referencing mechanics)
Recommended (parts):
- Stephen Bailey: Academic Writing. A Handbook for International Students. An e-book available in the LAB Primo database.
- https://open.lib.umn.edu/writingforsuccess/
- https://open.lib.umn.edu/collegesuccess/
- https://milnepublishing.geneseo.edu/writing-in-college-from-competence-to-excellence/
Toteutuksen valinnaiset suoritustavat
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Discussed with the teacher.
Oppimisympäristö
Online (Moodle platform, Zoom/Teams), blended learning, in-class learning. Specified by the teacher.
Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus
The estimated workload is 135 hours, including reading, coursework, and lectures or other scheduled meetings.
Sisältö
NOTE: The course is primarily for students in the LLTIIB22S group.
About 3 ECTS is focused on academic practices, especially academic writing, and about 2 ECTS is focused on other professional communication practices and skills, both written and spoken.
- general principles of academic writing, including style, text structure, and referencing mechanics
- generic and context-specific guidelines for academic and professional writing
- various written and oral communication situations in professional studies and the working life
- key terminology and concepts in the students' field of study.
Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen
Strong English skills recommended. The course is taught at the B2 level according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. This is equal to scoring 6 or 6.5 in the IELTS test or having been graded M or higher in English in the Finnish matriculation examination.
NOTE: The course is primarily for students in the LLTIIB22S group.
Arviointimenetelmät
Exam. Written assignments.
Arviointiasteikko
1-5
Hylätty (0)
The student has failed to meet the set course requirements.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements minimally. Work displays vaguely consistent and appropriate register. Content is vaguely effective and diverse. The text is not in keeping with style-specific conventions. The student constructs minimally understandable sentences. Grammatical irregularities occur often. Vocabulary is minimally appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style vaguely appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts minimally with participants. Performance meets few of the set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a vaguely consistent manner. Delivery is minimally structured. Linguistic performance is minimally accurate and appropriate to the context. Pauses are rather long and at times pronunciation hinders comprehension.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements adequately. Work displays somewhat consistent and appropriate register. Content is somewhat effective and diverse. The text has a reasonably logical structure. The text is rather cohesive. Minor mistakes occur in style. The student mostly constructs sentences well. Grammatical irregularities occur. Vocabulary is adequately professional and mostly appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: In most cases the student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts with participants. Performance meets most set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a consistent manner. Delivery is structured. Linguistic performance is somewhat accurate and appropriate to the context, although short pauses and hesitations may occur.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements fully. Work displays consistent and appropriate register. Content is effective, diverse, and skillfully delivered. The text has a clear and logical structure. The text is cohesive, fluent, and versatile. The student uses varied structures although occasional grammatical irregularities may occur. Vocabulary is varied and professional and typically appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts fluently and competently. Performance meets all set expectations of given assignments. The student speaks in a clear, concise, and consistent manner. Delivery is well-structured, intentional. Linguistic performance is accurate, appropriate to the context, and speech tempo is natural.
Ilmoittautumisaika
01.07.2022 - 04.09.2022
Ajoitus
05.09.2022 - 28.02.2023
Opintopistemäärä
5 op
Virtuaaliosuus
5 op
Toteutustapa
Etäopetus
Yksikkö
Teknologia (LAB)
Toimipiste
Verkkokampus
Opetuskielet
- Englanti
Koulutus
- Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Sustainable Solutions Engineering
Opettaja
- Vesa Koskela
Opetusryhmät
- Verkkoluento (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
Ryhmät
-
TLTISSE22SVBachelor’s Degree Programme in Sustainable Solutions Engineering 22SV Lahti
-
KKIE22LABHKieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2022-2023, LAB
Pienryhmät
- Verkkoluento
Osaamistavoitteet
Proficiency level: B2
The student is able to
- identify the characteristics of academic texts and to apply academic conventions to their writing
- demonstrate critical thinking and find, evaluate and use information effectively
- communicate clearly and effectively in different generic and field-specific workplace situations both orally and in writing
- function collaboratively in contemporary working environments in English.
Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät
Online lectures, group work, individual assignments.
Ajoitus ja läsnäolo
The course is scheduled for September 2022 - December 2022, the first part (3 ECTS) focusing on academic writing and the latter part focusing on professional communication and field-specific topics (2 ECTS). Scheduled weekly online classes and other studies to complete successfully.
Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus
Study materials are provided by the teacher via Moodle.
Required reading:
- LAB Thesis Guidebook, chapters 6 & 7 (i.e., referencing mechanics), available at elab.lab.fi
- Stephen Bailey: Academic Writing. A Handbook for International Students. An e-book available in the LAB Primo database.
- https://open.lib.umn.edu/writingforsuccess/
Toteutuksen valinnaiset suoritustavat
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). To be discussed with the teacher.
Oppimisympäristö
Online (Moodle & Zoom)
Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus
Estimated student workload is 135 h during the 5-credit course, including reading, coursework, and lectures or other scheduled meetings.
Sisältö
About 3 ECTS is focused on academic practices, especially academic writing, and about 2 ECTS is focused on other professional communication practices and skills, both written and spoken.
- general principles of academic writing, including style, text structure, and referencing mechanics
- generic and context-specific guidelines for academic and professional writing
- various written and oral communication situations in professional studies and the working life
- key terminology and concepts in the students' field of study.
Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen
Strong English skills recommended. The course is taught at skills level CEFR B2.
Arviointimenetelmät
Continuous evaluation: regular attendance (80%) and active participation in lectures and in-class exercises. Successful completion of written and spoken assignments and tests by given deadlines. Late deliveries reduce assignment grade. Students are assessed individually on a scale of 5-0.
Arviointiasteikko
1-5
Hylätty (0)
The student has failed to meet the set course requirements.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements minimally. Work displays vaguely consistent and appropriate register. Content is vaguely effective and diverse. The text is not in keeping with style-specific conventions. The student constructs minimally understandable sentences. Grammatical irregularities occur often. Vocabulary is minimally appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style vaguely appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts minimally with participants. Performance meets few of the set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a vaguely consistent manner. Delivery is minimally structured. Linguistic performance is minimally accurate and appropriate to the context. Pauses are rather long and at times pronunciation hinders comprehension.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements adequately. Work displays somewhat consistent and appropriate register. Content is somewhat effective and diverse. The text has a reasonably logical structure. The text is rather cohesive. Minor mistakes occur in style. The student mostly constructs sentences well. Grammatical irregularities occur. Vocabulary is adequately professional and mostly appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: In most cases the student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts with participants. Performance meets most set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a consistent manner. Delivery is structured. Linguistic performance is somewhat accurate and appropriate to the context, although short pauses and hesitations may occur.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements fully. Work displays consistent and appropriate register. Content is effective, diverse, and skillfully delivered. The text has a clear and logical structure. The text is cohesive, fluent, and versatile. The student uses varied structures although occasional grammatical irregularities may occur. Vocabulary is varied and professional and typically appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts fluently and competently. Performance meets all set expectations of given assignments. The student speaks in a clear, concise, and consistent manner. Delivery is well-structured, intentional. Linguistic performance is accurate, appropriate to the context, and speech tempo is natural.
Ilmoittautumisaika
01.07.2022 - 04.09.2022
Ajoitus
05.09.2022 - 28.02.2023
Opintopistemäärä
5 op
Toteutustapa
Lähiopetus
Yksikkö
Kielikeskus (LAB)
Toimipiste
Lappeenrannan kampus
Opetuskielet
- Englanti
Paikat
15 - 35
Koulutus
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Industrial Information Technology
Opettaja
- Mari Pyysalo
Opetusryhmät
- Luennot (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
Ryhmät
-
TLPRIIT22SBachelor's Degree Programme in Industrial Information Technology 22S Lappeenranta
-
KKIE22LABHKieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2022-2023, LAB
Pienryhmät
- Luennot
Osaamistavoitteet
Proficiency level: B2
The student is able to
- identify the characteristics of academic texts and to apply academic conventions to their writing
- demonstrate critical thinking and find, evaluate and use information effectively
- communicate clearly and effectively in different generic and field-specific workplace situations both orally and in writing
- function collaboratively in contemporary working environments in English.
Arviointiasteikko
1-5
Ilmoittautumisaika
01.07.2022 - 04.09.2022
Ajoitus
05.09.2022 - 28.02.2023
Opintopistemäärä
5 op
Toteutustapa
Lähiopetus
Yksikkö
Teknologia (LAB)
Toimipiste
Lappeenrannan kampus
Opetuskielet
- Englanti
Paikat
15 - 35
Koulutus
- Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Mechanical Engineering (2021, 2022, 2023)
Opettaja
- Mari Pyysalo
Opetusryhmät
- Luennot (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
Ryhmät
-
TLPRMEC22SBachelor's Degree Programme in Mechanical Engineering 22S Lappeenranta
-
KKIE22LABHKieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2022-2023, LAB
Pienryhmät
- Luennot
Osaamistavoitteet
Proficiency level: B2
The student is able to
- identify the characteristics of academic texts and to apply academic conventions to their writing
- demonstrate critical thinking and find, evaluate and use information effectively
- communicate clearly and effectively in different generic and field-specific workplace situations both orally and in writing
- function collaboratively in contemporary working environments in English.
Arviointiasteikko
1-5
Ilmoittautumisaika
01.07.2022 - 04.09.2022
Ajoitus
05.09.2022 - 18.12.2022
Opintopistemäärä
5 op
Virtuaaliosuus
2 op
Toteutustapa
60 % Lähiopetus, 40 % Etäopetus
Yksikkö
Liiketoiminta (LAB)
Toimipiste
Lahden kampus
Opetuskielet
- Englanti
Paikat
15 - 44
Koulutus
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in International Business
Opettaja
- Hamid Guedra
- Aria Kanerva
Opetusryhmät
- Group 1 & Group 2 (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
Ryhmät
-
LLTIIB22SBachelor's Degree Programme in International Business 22S Lahti
-
KKIE22LABHKieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2022-2023, LAB
Pienryhmät
- Group 1 & Group 2
Osaamistavoitteet
Proficiency level: B2
The student is able to
- identify the characteristics of academic texts and to apply academic conventions to their writing
- demonstrate critical thinking and find, evaluate and use information effectively
- communicate clearly and effectively in different generic and field-specific workplace situations both orally and in writing
- function collaboratively in contemporary working environments in English.
Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät
Lectures, group work, individual assignments, peer and self-assessment.
This course implementation runs both in class on campus and online, and it is specifically for those students in the LLTIIB22S group who are studying on campus. Those in the LLTIIB22S group who are currently not in Finland must enroll in KE00CE75-3015 (this runs 100% online).
Ajoitus ja läsnäolo
Specified by the teacher.
Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus
Specified by the teacher.
Required: LAB Thesis Guidebook, chapters 6 & 7 (i.e., referencing mechanics)
Recommended (parts):
- Stephen Bailey: Academic Writing. A Handbook for International Students. An e-book available in the LAB Primo database.
- https://open.lib.umn.edu/writingforsuccess/
- https://open.lib.umn.edu/collegesuccess/
- https://milnepublishing.geneseo.edu/writing-in-college-from-competence-to-excellence/
Toteutuksen valinnaiset suoritustavat
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Discussed with the teacher.
Oppimisympäristö
Blended learning: Moodle platform, Zoom/Teams, in-class learning. Specified by the teacher.
Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus
The estimated workload is 135 hours, including reading, coursework, and lectures or other scheduled meetings.
Sisältö
About 3 ECTS is focused on academic practices, especially academic writing, and about 2 ECTS is focused on other professional communication practices and skills, both written and spoken.
- general principles of academic writing, including style, text structure, and referencing mechanics
- generic and context-specific guidelines for academic and professional writing
- various written and oral communication situations in professional studies and the working life
- key terminology and concepts in the students' field of study.
Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen
This course implementation runs both in class on campus and online, and it is specifically for those students in the LLTIIB22S group who are studying on campus. Those in the LLTIIB22S group who are currently not in Finland must enroll in KE00CE75-3015 (this implementation runs 100% online).
Strong English skills recommended. The course is taught at the B2 level according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. This is equal to scoring 6 or 6.5 in the IELTS test or having been graded M or higher in English in the Finnish matriculation examination.
Arviointimenetelmät
Exam. Written assignments.
Arviointiasteikko
1-5
Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements minimally. Work displays vaguely consistent and appropriate register. Content is vaguely effective and diverse. The text is not in keeping with style-specific conventions. The student constructs minimally understandable sentences. Grammatical irregularities occur often. Vocabulary is minimally appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style vaguely appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts minimally with participants. Performance meets few of the set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a vaguely consistent manner. Delivery is minimally structured. Linguistic performance is minimally accurate and appropriate to the context. Pauses are rather long and at times pronunciation hinders comprehension.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements adequately. Work displays somewhat consistent and appropriate register. Content is somewhat effective and diverse. The text has a reasonably logical structure. The text is rather cohesive. Minor mistakes occur in style. The student mostly constructs sentences well. Grammatical irregularities occur. Vocabulary is adequately professional and mostly appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: In most cases the student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts with participants. Performance meets most set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a consistent manner. Delivery is structured. Linguistic performance is somewhat accurate and appropriate to the context, although short pauses and hesitations may occur.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements fully. Work displays consistent and appropriate register. Content is effective, diverse, and skillfully delivered. The text has a clear and logical structure. The text is cohesive, fluent, and versatile. The student uses varied structures although occasional grammatical irregularities may occur. Vocabulary is varied and professional and typically appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts fluently and competently. Performance meets all set expectations of given assignments. The student speaks in a clear, concise, and consistent manner. Delivery is well-structured, intentional. Linguistic performance is accurate, appropriate to the context, and speech tempo is natural.
Ilmoittautumisaika
19.11.2021 - 09.01.2022
Ajoitus
17.01.2022 - 31.05.2022
Opintopistemäärä
5 op
Virtuaaliosuus
5 op
Toteutustapa
Etäopetus
Yksikkö
Kielikeskus (LAB)
Toimipiste
Lahden kampus
Opetuskielet
- Englanti
Paikat
0 - 70
Koulutus
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in International Business
Opettaja
- Hamid Guedra
- Aria Kanerva
Opetusryhmät
- Group 1 & Group 2 (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
Ryhmät
-
LLTIIB22KBachelor's Degree Programme in International Business 22K Lahti
Pienryhmät
- Group 1 & Group 2
Osaamistavoitteet
Proficiency level: B2
The student is able to
- identify the characteristics of academic texts and to apply academic conventions to their writing
- demonstrate critical thinking and find, evaluate and use information effectively
- communicate clearly and effectively in different generic and field-specific workplace situations both orally and in writing
- function collaboratively in contemporary working environments in English.
Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät
Lectures, group work, individual assignments, peer and self-assessment.
Ajoitus ja läsnäolo
Specified by the teacher.
Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus
Specified by the teacher.
Required: LAB Thesis Guidebook, chapters 6 & 7 (i.e., referencing mechanics)
Recommended (parts):
- Stephen Bailey: Academic Writing. A Handbook for International Students. An e-book available in the LAB Primo database.
- https://open.lib.umn.edu/writingforsuccess/
- https://open.lib.umn.edu/collegesuccess/
- https://milnepublishing.geneseo.edu/writing-in-college-from-competence-to-excellence/
Toteutuksen valinnaiset suoritustavat
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Discussed with the teacher.
Oppimisympäristö
Online (Moodle platform, Zoom/Teams), blended learning, in-class learning. Specified by the teacher.
Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus
The estimated workload is 135 hours, including reading, coursework, and lectures or other scheduled meetings.
Sisältö
About 3 ECTS is focused on academic practices, especially academic writing, and about 2 ECTS is focused on other professional communication practices and skills, both written and spoken.
- general principles of academic writing, including style, text structure, and referencing mechanics
- generic and context-specific guidelines for academic and professional writing
- various written and oral communication situations in professional studies and the working life
- key terminology and concepts in the students' field of study.
Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen
Strong English skills recommended. The course is taught at the B2 level according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. This is equal to scoring 6 or 6.5 in the IELTS test or having been graded M or higher in English in the Finnish matriculation examination.
Arviointiasteikko
1-5
Hylätty (0)
The student has failed to meet the set course requirements.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements minimally. Work displays vaguely consistent and appropriate register. Content is vaguely effective and diverse. The text is not in keeping with style-specific conventions. The student constructs minimally understandable sentences. Grammatical irregularities occur often. Vocabulary is minimally appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style vaguely appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts minimally with participants. Performance meets few of the set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a vaguely consistent manner. Delivery is minimally structured. Linguistic performance is minimally accurate and appropriate to the context. Pauses are rather long and at times pronunciation hinders comprehension.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements adequately. Work displays somewhat consistent and appropriate register. Content is somewhat effective and diverse. The text has a reasonably logical structure. The text is rather cohesive. Minor mistakes occur in style. The student mostly constructs sentences well. Grammatical irregularities occur. Vocabulary is adequately professional and mostly appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: In most cases the student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts with participants. Performance meets most set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a consistent manner. Delivery is structured. Linguistic performance is somewhat accurate and appropriate to the context, although short pauses and hesitations may occur.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements fully. Work displays consistent and appropriate register. Content is effective, diverse, and skillfully delivered. The text has a clear and logical structure. The text is cohesive, fluent, and versatile. The student uses varied structures although occasional grammatical irregularities may occur. Vocabulary is varied and professional and typically appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts fluently and competently. Performance meets all set expectations of given assignments. The student speaks in a clear, concise, and consistent manner. Delivery is well-structured, intentional. Linguistic performance is accurate, appropriate to the context, and speech tempo is natural.
Ilmoittautumisaika
19.11.2021 - 14.01.2022
Ajoitus
17.01.2022 - 30.04.2022
Opintopistemäärä
5 op
Virtuaaliosuus
5 op
Toteutustapa
Etäopetus
Yksikkö
Liiketoiminta (LAB)
Toimipiste
Verkkokampus
Opetuskielet
- Englanti
Paikat
0 - 35
Koulutus
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Business Information Technology
Opettaja
- Hamid Guedra
- Aria Kanerva
Opetusryhmät
- Online session (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
Ryhmät
-
LLTIBIT22KBachelor's Degree Programme in Business Information Technology 22K Lahti
Pienryhmät
- Online session
Osaamistavoitteet
Proficiency level: B2
The student is able to
- identify the characteristics of academic texts and to apply academic conventions to their writing
- demonstrate critical thinking and find, evaluate and use information effectively
- communicate clearly and effectively in different generic and field-specific workplace situations both orally and in writing
- function collaboratively in contemporary working environments in English.
Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät
Lectures, group work, individual assignments, peer and self-assessment.
Ajoitus ja läsnäolo
Specified by the teacher.
Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus
Specified by the teacher.
Required: LAB Thesis Guidebook, chapters 6 & 7 (i.e., referencing mechanics)
Recommended (parts):
- Stephen Bailey: Academic Writing. A Handbook for International Students. An e-book available in the LAB Primo database.
- https://open.lib.umn.edu/writingforsuccess/
- https://open.lib.umn.edu/collegesuccess/
- https://milnepublishing.geneseo.edu/writing-in-college-from-competence-to-excellence/
Toteutuksen valinnaiset suoritustavat
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Discussed with the teacher.
Oppimisympäristö
Online (Moodle platform, Zoom/Teams), blended learning, in-class learning. Specified by the teacher.
Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus
The estimated workload is 135 hours, including reading, coursework, and lectures or other scheduled meetings.
Sisältö
About 3 ECTS is focused on academic practices, especially academic writing, and about 2 ECTS is focused on other professional communication practices and skills, both written and spoken.
- general principles of academic writing, including style, text structure, and referencing mechanics
- generic and context-specific guidelines for academic and professional writing
- various written and oral communication situations in professional studies and the working life
- key terminology and concepts in the students' field of study.
Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen
Strong English skills recommended. The course is taught at the B2 level according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. This is equal to scoring 6 or 6.5 in the IELTS test or having been graded M or higher in English in the Finnish matriculation examination.
Arviointiasteikko
1-5
Hylätty (0)
The student has failed to meet the set course requirements.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements minimally. Work displays vaguely consistent and appropriate register. Content is vaguely effective and diverse. The text is not in keeping with style-specific conventions. The student constructs minimally understandable sentences. Grammatical irregularities occur often. Vocabulary is minimally appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style vaguely appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts minimally with participants. Performance meets few of the set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a vaguely consistent manner. Delivery is minimally structured. Linguistic performance is minimally accurate and appropriate to the context. Pauses are rather long and at times pronunciation hinders comprehension.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements adequately. Work displays somewhat consistent and appropriate register. Content is somewhat effective and diverse. The text has a reasonably logical structure. The text is rather cohesive. Minor mistakes occur in style. The student mostly constructs sentences well. Grammatical irregularities occur. Vocabulary is adequately professional and mostly appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: In most cases the student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts with participants. Performance meets most set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a consistent manner. Delivery is structured. Linguistic performance is somewhat accurate and appropriate to the context, although short pauses and hesitations may occur.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements fully. Work displays consistent and appropriate register. Content is effective, diverse, and skillfully delivered. The text has a clear and logical structure. The text is cohesive, fluent, and versatile. The student uses varied structures although occasional grammatical irregularities may occur. Vocabulary is varied and professional and typically appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts fluently and competently. Performance meets all set expectations of given assignments. The student speaks in a clear, concise, and consistent manner. Delivery is well-structured, intentional. Linguistic performance is accurate, appropriate to the context, and speech tempo is natural.
Ilmoittautumisaika
03.05.2021 - 28.10.2021
Ajoitus
09.11.2021 - 15.02.2022
Opintopistemäärä
5 op
Virtuaaliosuus
2 op
Toteutustapa
60 % Lähiopetus, 40 % Etäopetus
Yksikkö
Muotoiluinstituutti (LAB)
Toimipiste
Verkkokampus, Lahti
Opetuskielet
- Englanti
Paikat
15 - 35
Koulutus
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Packaging and Brand Design (2021, 2022)
Opettaja
- Miglena Schröder
Vastuuopettaja
Anu Akkanen
Opetusryhmät
- Verkkoluento (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
Ryhmät
-
KKIE21LABHKieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2021-2022, LAB
-
MLTIPAC21SBachelor's Degree Programme in Packaging and Brand Design 21S Lahti
Pienryhmät
- Verkkoluento
Osaamistavoitteet
Proficiency level: B2
The student is able to
- identify the characteristics of academic texts and to apply academic conventions to their writing
- demonstrate critical thinking and find, evaluate and use information effectively
- communicate clearly and effectively in different generic and field-specific workplace situations both orally and in writing
- function collaboratively in contemporary working environments in English.
Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät
Learning outcomes of the course
The student is able to:
• identify the characteristics of academic texts and apply academic conventions to their writing
• demonstrate critical thinking and find, evaluate and use information effectively
• communicate clearly and effectively in different generic and field-specific workplace situations both orally and in writing
• function collaboratively in contemporary working environments in English.
Implementation and methods of teaching
Lectures, group work, individual assignments, peer and self-assessment.
Ajoitus ja läsnäolo
Timing and attendance
Regular class attendance is required (80%)
Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus
Learning material and recommended literature
Course material provided on Moodle.
Required: LAB Thesis Guidebook, chapters 6 & 7 (i.e., referencing mechanics)
Recommended:
• Stephen Bailey: Academic Writing. A Handbook for International Students. An e-book available in the LAB Primo database.
• https://open.lib.umn.edu/writingforsuccess/
• https://open.lib.umn.edu/collegesuccess/
• https://milnepublishing.geneseo.edu/writing-in-college-from-competence-to-excellence/
Toteutuksen valinnaiset suoritustavat
Alternative completion methods
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Discussed with the teacher.
Uusintamahdollisuudet
A written test held at the end of the course.
Oppimisympäristö
Learning environment
Online (Moodle platform and Zoom), blended learning
Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus
Students’ use of time and workload
The estimated workload is 135 hours, including required reading, coursework, and lectures or other scheduled meetings.
Sisältö
Contents:
About 3 ECTS is focused on academic practices, especially academic writing, and about 2 ECTS is focused on other professional communication practices and skills, both written and spoken.
• general principles of academic writing, including style, text structure, and referencing mechanics
• generic and context-specific guidelines for academic and professional writing
• various written and oral communication situations in professional studies and the working life
• key terminology and concepts in the students' field of study.
Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen
Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.
Strong English skills recommended. The course is taught at skills level CEFR B2.
Arviointimenetelmät
Assessment criteria (5, 3, 1, failed) and scale (5-1)
Arviointiasteikko
1-5
Hylätty (0)
Failed
The student has failed to meet the set course requirements
Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements minimally. Work displays vaguely consistent and appropriate register. Content is vaguely effective and diverse. The text is not in keeping with style-specific conventions. The student constructs minimally understandable sentences. Grammatical irregularities occur often. Vocabulary is minimally appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style vaguely appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts minimally with participants. Performance meets few of the set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a vaguely consistent manner. Delivery is minimally structured. Linguistic performance is minimally accurate and appropriate to the context. Pauses are rather long and at times pronunciation hinders comprehension.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements adequately. Work displays somewhat consistent and appropriate register. Content is somewhat effective and diverse. The text has a reasonably logical structure. The text is rather cohesive. Minor mistakes occur in style. The student mostly constructs sentences well. Grammatical irregularities occur. Vocabulary is adequately professional and mostly appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: In most cases the student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts with participants. Performance meets most set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a consistent manner. Delivery is structured. Linguistic performance is somewhat accurate and appropriate to the context, although short pauses and hesitations may occur.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements fully. Work displays consistent and appropriate register. Content is effective, diverse, and skillfully delivered. The text has a clear and logical structure. The text is cohesive, fluent, and versatile. The student uses varied structures although occasional grammatical irregularities may occur. Vocabulary is varied and professional and typically appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts fluently and competently. Performance meets all set expectations of given assignments. The student speaks in a clear, concise, and consistent manner. Delivery is well-structured, intentional. Linguistic performance is accurate, appropriate to the context, and speech tempo is natural.
Ilmoittautumisaika
03.05.2021 - 28.10.2021
Ajoitus
09.11.2021 - 15.02.2022
Opintopistemäärä
5 op
Virtuaaliosuus
2 op
Toteutustapa
60 % Lähiopetus, 40 % Etäopetus
Yksikkö
Muotoiluinstituutti (LAB)
Toimipiste
Verkkokampus, Lahti
Opetuskielet
- Englanti
Paikat
15 - 35
Koulutus
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Industrial Design (2020, 2021)
Opettaja
- Miglena Schröder
Vastuuopettaja
Anu Akkanen
Opetusryhmät
- Verkkoluento (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
Ryhmät
-
KKIE21LABHKieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2021-2022, LAB
-
MLTIID21SBachelor's Degree Programme in Industrial Design 21S Lahti
Pienryhmät
- Verkkoluento
Osaamistavoitteet
Proficiency level: B2
The student is able to
- identify the characteristics of academic texts and to apply academic conventions to their writing
- demonstrate critical thinking and find, evaluate and use information effectively
- communicate clearly and effectively in different generic and field-specific workplace situations both orally and in writing
- function collaboratively in contemporary working environments in English.
Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät
Learning outcomes of the course
The student is able to:
• identify the characteristics of academic texts and apply academic conventions to their writing
• demonstrate critical thinking and find, evaluate and use information effectively
• communicate clearly and effectively in different generic and field-specific workplace situations both orally and in writing
• function collaboratively in contemporary working environments in English.
Implementation and methods of teaching
Lectures, group work, individual assignments, peer and self-assessment.
Ajoitus ja läsnäolo
Timing and attendance
Regular class attendance is required (80%)
Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus
Learning material and recommended literature
Course material provided on Moodle.
Required: LAB Thesis Guidebook, chapters 6 & 7 (i.e., referencing mechanics)
Recommended:
• Stephen Bailey: Academic Writing. A Handbook for International Students. An e-book available in the LAB Primo database.
• https://open.lib.umn.edu/writingforsuccess/
• https://open.lib.umn.edu/collegesuccess/
• https://milnepublishing.geneseo.edu/writing-in-college-from-competence-to-excellence/
Toteutuksen valinnaiset suoritustavat
Alternative completion methods
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Discussed with the teacher.
Uusintamahdollisuudet
A written test held at the end of the course.
Oppimisympäristö
Learning environment
Online (Moodle platform and Zoom), blended learning
Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus
Students’ use of time and workload
The estimated workload is 135 hours, including required reading, coursework, and lectures or other scheduled meetings.
Sisältö
Contents:
About 3 ECTS is focused on academic practices, especially academic writing, and about 2 ECTS is focused on other professional communication practices and skills, both written and spoken.
• general principles of academic writing, including style, text structure, and referencing mechanics
• generic and context-specific guidelines for academic and professional writing
• various written and oral communication situations in professional studies and the working life
• key terminology and concepts in the students' field of study.
Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen
Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.
Strong English skills recommended. The course is taught at skills level CEFR B2.
Arviointimenetelmät
Assessment criteria (5, 3, 1, failed) and scale (5-1)
Arviointiasteikko
1-5
Hylätty (0)
Failed
The student has failed to meet the set course requirements
Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements minimally. Work displays vaguely consistent and appropriate register. Content is vaguely effective and diverse. The text is not in keeping with style-specific conventions. The student constructs minimally understandable sentences. Grammatical irregularities occur often. Vocabulary is minimally appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style vaguely appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts minimally with participants. Performance meets few of the set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a vaguely consistent manner. Delivery is minimally structured. Linguistic performance is minimally accurate and appropriate to the context. Pauses are rather long and at times pronunciation hinders comprehension.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements adequately. Work displays somewhat consistent and appropriate register. Content is somewhat effective and diverse. The text has a reasonably logical structure. The text is rather cohesive. Minor mistakes occur in style. The student mostly constructs sentences well. Grammatical irregularities occur. Vocabulary is adequately professional and mostly appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: In most cases the student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts with participants. Performance meets most set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a consistent manner. Delivery is structured. Linguistic performance is somewhat accurate and appropriate to the context, although short pauses and hesitations may occur.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements fully. Work displays consistent and appropriate register. Content is effective, diverse, and skillfully delivered. The text has a clear and logical structure. The text is cohesive, fluent, and versatile. The student uses varied structures although occasional grammatical irregularities may occur. Vocabulary is varied and professional and typically appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts fluently and competently. Performance meets all set expectations of given assignments. The student speaks in a clear, concise, and consistent manner. Delivery is well-structured, intentional. Linguistic performance is accurate, appropriate to the context, and speech tempo is natural.
Ilmoittautumisaika
03.05.2021 - 05.09.2021
Ajoitus
01.11.2021 - 27.02.2022
Opintopistemäärä
5 op
Virtuaaliosuus
2 op
Toteutustapa
60 % Lähiopetus, 40 % Etäopetus
Yksikkö
Kielikeskus (LAB)
Toimipiste
Lappeenrannan kampus
Opetuskielet
- Englanti
Paikat
15 - 35
Koulutus
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in International Business
Opettaja
- Anneli Rinnevalli
Opetusryhmät
- Harjoitukset 1 (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
Ryhmät
-
LLPRIB21SBachelor's Degree Programme in International Business 21S Lappeenranta
-
KKIE21LABHKieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2021-2022, LAB
Pienryhmät
- Harjoitukset 1
Osaamistavoitteet
Proficiency level: B2
The student is able to
- identify the characteristics of academic texts and to apply academic conventions to their writing
- demonstrate critical thinking and find, evaluate and use information effectively
- communicate clearly and effectively in different generic and field-specific workplace situations both orally and in writing
- function collaboratively in contemporary working environments in English.
Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät
Lectures, group work, individual assignments, peer and self-assessment. Blended learning: studies in class and online.
Ajoitus ja läsnäolo
The course is scheduled for November 2021 - February 2022, the first part (3 ECTS) focusing on academic writing and the latter part focusing on professional communication in business (2 ECTS). Scheduled weekly classes to attend and online studies to complete successfully.
Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus
Study materials are provided by the teacher via Moodle.
Required: LAB Thesis Guidebook, chapters 6 & 7 (i.e., referencing mechanics), available at elab.lab.fi
Recommended (parts):
- Stephen Bailey: Academic Writing. A Handbook for International Students. An e-book available in the LAB Primo database.
- https://open.lib.umn.edu/writingforsuccess/
- https://open.lib.umn.edu/collegesuccess/
- https://milnepublishing.geneseo.edu/writing-in-college-from-competence-to-excellence/
Toteutuksen valinnaiset suoritustavat
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). To be discussed with the teacher.
Oppimisympäristö
Blanded learning: in-class and online (Moodle, Zoom/Teams, other digital platforms as needed)
Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus
Estimated student workload is 135 h during the 5-credit course, including reading, coursework, and lectures or other scheduled meetings.
Sisältö
About 3 ECTS is focused on academic practices, especially academic writing, and about 2 ECTS is focused on other professional communication practices and skills, both written and spoken.
- general principles of academic writing, including style, text structure, and referencing mechanics
- generic and context-specific guidelines for academic and professional writing
- various written and oral communication situations in professional studies and the working life
- key terminology and concepts in the students' field of study.
Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen
Strong English skills recommended. The course is taught at skills level CEFR B2.
Arviointimenetelmät
Continuous evaluation: regular attendance (75%) and active participation in lectures and in-class exercises. Successful completion of written and spoken assignments and tests by given deadlines. Students are assessed individually on a scale of 5-0.
Arviointiasteikko
1-5
Hylätty (0)
The student has failed to meet the set course requirements.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements minimally. Work displays vaguely consistent and appropriate register. Content is vaguely effective and diverse. The text is not in keeping with style-specific conventions. The student constructs minimally understandable sentences. Grammatical irregularities occur often. Vocabulary is minimally appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style vaguely appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts minimally with participants. Performance meets few of the set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a vaguely consistent manner. Delivery is minimally structured. Linguistic performance is minimally accurate and appropriate to the context. Pauses are rather long and at times pronunciation hinders comprehension.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements adequately. Work displays somewhat consistent and appropriate register. Content is somewhat effective and diverse. The text has a reasonably logical structure. The text is rather cohesive. Minor mistakes occur in style. The student mostly constructs sentences well. Grammatical irregularities occur. Vocabulary is adequately professional and mostly appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: In most cases the student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts with participants. Performance meets most set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a consistent manner. Delivery is structured. Linguistic performance is somewhat accurate and appropriate to the context, although short pauses and hesitations may occur.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements fully. Work displays consistent and appropriate register. Content is effective, diverse, and skillfully delivered. The text has a clear and logical structure. The text is cohesive, fluent, and versatile. The student uses varied structures although occasional grammatical irregularities may occur. Vocabulary is varied and professional and typically appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts fluently and competently. Performance meets all set expectations of given assignments. The student speaks in a clear, concise, and consistent manner. Delivery is well-structured, intentional. Linguistic performance is accurate, appropriate to the context, and speech tempo is natural.
Ilmoittautumisaika
03.05.2021 - 28.10.2021
Ajoitus
01.11.2021 - 25.02.2022
Opintopistemäärä
5 op
Toteutustapa
Lähiopetus
Yksikkö
Kielikeskus (LAB)
Toimipiste
Lappeenrannan kampus
Opetuskielet
- Englanti
Paikat
15 - 35
Koulutus
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Mechanical Engineering and Production Technology (2016-2021)
Opettaja
- Mari Pyysalo
Opetusryhmät
- Luennot 1 (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
Ryhmät
-
KKIE21LABHKieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2021-2022, LAB
-
TLPRMEC21SBachelor's Degree Programme in Mechanical Engineering 21S Lappeenranta
Pienryhmät
- Luennot 1
Osaamistavoitteet
Proficiency level: B2
The student is able to
- identify the characteristics of academic texts and to apply academic conventions to their writing
- demonstrate critical thinking and find, evaluate and use information effectively
- communicate clearly and effectively in different generic and field-specific workplace situations both orally and in writing
- function collaboratively in contemporary working environments in English.
Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät
Lessons, individual work, team work, reports, presentations, integration with project course
Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus
Specified by the teacher
Sisältö
The aim of the course:
The student is able to
- identify the characteristics of academic texts and apply academic conventions to their writing
- demonstrate critical thinking and find, evaluate and use information effectively
- communicate clearly and effectively in different field-specific workplace situations both orally and in writing
- function collaboratively in contemporary working environments in English
Arviointiasteikko
1-5
Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
The student has a satisfactory knowledge of the course content.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
The student has a good command of the course content.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
The student has an excellent command of the course content.
Ilmoittautumisaika
01.08.2021 - 28.10.2021
Ajoitus
01.11.2021 - 25.02.2022
Opintopistemäärä
5 op
Virtuaaliosuus
5 op
Toteutustapa
Etäopetus
Yksikkö
Teknologia (LAB)
Toimipiste
Verkkokampus, Lahti
Opetuskielet
- Englanti
Paikat
0 - 40
Koulutus
- Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Sustainable Solutions Engineering
Opettaja
- Vesa Koskela
Opetusryhmät
- Verkkoluento (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
Ryhmät
-
TLTISSE21SVBachelor’s Degree Programme in Sustainable Solutions Engineering 21S Lahti
-
KKIE21LABHKieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2021-2022, LAB
Pienryhmät
- Verkkoluento
Osaamistavoitteet
Proficiency level: B2
The student is able to
- identify the characteristics of academic texts and to apply academic conventions to their writing
- demonstrate critical thinking and find, evaluate and use information effectively
- communicate clearly and effectively in different generic and field-specific workplace situations both orally and in writing
- function collaboratively in contemporary working environments in English.
Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät
Online lectures, group work, individual assignments, peer and self-assessment.
Ajoitus ja läsnäolo
The course is scheduled for November 2021 - February 2022, the first part (3 ECTS) focusing on academic writing and the latter part focusing on professional communication in business (2 ECTS). Scheduled weekly online classes and other studies to complete successfully.
Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus
Study materials are provided by the teacher via Moodle.
Required: LAB Thesis Guidebook, chapters 6 & 7 (i.e., referencing mechanics), available at elab.lab.fi
Recommended (parts):
- Stephen Bailey: Academic Writing. A Handbook for International Students. An e-book available in the LAB Primo database.
- https://open.lib.umn.edu/writingforsuccess/
- https://open.lib.umn.edu/collegesuccess/
- https://milnepublishing.geneseo.edu/writing-in-college-from-competence-to-excellence/
Toteutuksen valinnaiset suoritustavat
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). To be discussed with the teacher.
Oppimisympäristö
Online (Moodle & Zoom)
Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus
Estimated student workload is 135 h during the 5-credit course, including reading, coursework, and lectures or other scheduled meetings.
Sisältö
About 3 ECTS is focused on academic practices, especially academic writing, and about 2 ECTS is focused on other professional communication practices and skills, both written and spoken.
- general principles of academic writing, including style, text structure, and referencing mechanics
- generic and context-specific guidelines for academic and professional writing
- various written and oral communication situations in professional studies and the working life
- key terminology and concepts in the students' field of study.
Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen
Strong English skills recommended. The course is taught at skills level CEFR B2.
Arviointimenetelmät
Continuous evaluation: regular attendance (75%) and active participation in lectures and in-class exercises. Successful completion of written and spoken assignments and tests by given deadlines. Students are assessed individually on a scale of 5-0.
Arviointiasteikko
1-5
Hylätty (0)
The student has failed to meet the set course requirements.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements minimally. Work displays vaguely consistent and appropriate register. Content is vaguely effective and diverse. The text is not in keeping with style-specific conventions. The student constructs minimally understandable sentences. Grammatical irregularities occur often. Vocabulary is minimally appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style vaguely appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts minimally with participants. Performance meets few of the set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a vaguely consistent manner. Delivery is minimally structured. Linguistic performance is minimally accurate and appropriate to the context. Pauses are rather long and at times pronunciation hinders comprehension.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements adequately. Work displays somewhat consistent and appropriate register. Content is somewhat effective and diverse. The text has a reasonably logical structure. The text is rather cohesive. Minor mistakes occur in style. The student mostly constructs sentences well. Grammatical irregularities occur. Vocabulary is adequately professional and mostly appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: In most cases the student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts with participants. Performance meets most set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a consistent manner. Delivery is structured. Linguistic performance is somewhat accurate and appropriate to the context, although short pauses and hesitations may occur.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements fully. Work displays consistent and appropriate register. Content is effective, diverse, and skillfully delivered. The text has a clear and logical structure. The text is cohesive, fluent, and versatile. The student uses varied structures although occasional grammatical irregularities may occur. Vocabulary is varied and professional and typically appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts fluently and competently. Performance meets all set expectations of given assignments. The student speaks in a clear, concise, and consistent manner. Delivery is well-structured, intentional. Linguistic performance is accurate, appropriate to the context, and speech tempo is natural.
Ilmoittautumisaika
03.05.2021 - 28.10.2021
Ajoitus
01.11.2021 - 25.02.2022
Opintopistemäärä
5 op
Toteutustapa
Lähiopetus
Yksikkö
Teknologia (LAB)
Toimipiste
Lappeenrannan kampus
Opetuskielet
- Englanti
Paikat
15 - 35
Koulutus
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Industrial Information Technology
Opettaja
- Mari Pyysalo
Opetusryhmät
- Luennot 1 (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
Ryhmät
-
TLPRIIT21SBachelor's Degree Programme in Industrial Information Technology 21S Lappeenranta
-
KKIE21LABHKieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2021-2022, LAB
Pienryhmät
- Luennot 1
Osaamistavoitteet
Proficiency level: B2
The student is able to
- identify the characteristics of academic texts and to apply academic conventions to their writing
- demonstrate critical thinking and find, evaluate and use information effectively
- communicate clearly and effectively in different generic and field-specific workplace situations both orally and in writing
- function collaboratively in contemporary working environments in English.
Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät
Lessons, individual work, team work, reports, presentations, integration with project course
Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus
Specified by the teacher
Sisältö
The aim of the course:
The student is able to
- identify the characteristics of academic texts and apply academic conventions to their writing
- demonstrate critical thinking and find, evaluate and use information effectively
- communicate clearly and effectively in different field-specific workplace situations both orally and in writing
- function collaboratively in contemporary working environments in English
Arviointiasteikko
1-5
Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
The student has a satisfactory knowledge of the course content.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
The student has a good knowledge of the course content.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
The student has an excellent knowledge of the course content.
Ilmoittautumisaika
01.08.2021 - 28.10.2021
Ajoitus
01.11.2021 - 25.02.2022
Opintopistemäärä
5 op
Virtuaaliosuus
2 op
Toteutustapa
60 % Lähiopetus, 40 % Etäopetus
Yksikkö
Liiketoiminta (LAB)
Toimipiste
Lappeenrannan kampus
Opetuskielet
- Englanti
Paikat
15 - 35
Koulutus
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Tourism and Hospitality Management
Opettaja
- Anneli Rinnevalli
Opetusryhmät
- Harjoitukset 1 (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
Ryhmät
-
KKIE21LABHKieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2021-2022, LAB
-
LLPRHOMA21SBachelor's Degree Programme in Tourism and Hospitality Management 21S Lappeenranta
Pienryhmät
- Harjoitukset 1
Osaamistavoitteet
Proficiency level: B2
The student is able to
- identify the characteristics of academic texts and to apply academic conventions to their writing
- demonstrate critical thinking and find, evaluate and use information effectively
- communicate clearly and effectively in different generic and field-specific workplace situations both orally and in writing
- function collaboratively in contemporary working environments in English.
Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät
Lectures, group work, individual assignments, peer and self-assessment. Blended learning: studies in class and online.
Ajoitus ja läsnäolo
The course is scheduled for November 2021 - February 2022, the first part (3 ECTS) focusing on academic writing and the latter part focusing on professional communication in business (2 ECTS). Scheduled weekly classes to attend and online studies to complete successfully.
Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus
Study materials are provided by the teacher via Moodle.
Required: LAB Thesis Guidebook, chapters 6 & 7 (i.e., referencing mechanics), available at elab.lab.fi
Recommended (parts):
- Stephen Bailey: Academic Writing. A Handbook for International Students. An e-book available in the LAB Primo database.
- https://open.lib.umn.edu/writingforsuccess/
- https://open.lib.umn.edu/collegesuccess/
- https://milnepublishing.geneseo.edu/writing-in-college-from-competence-to-excellence/
Toteutuksen valinnaiset suoritustavat
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). To be discussed with the teacher.
Oppimisympäristö
Blanded learning: in-class and online (Moodle, Zoom/Teams, other digital platforms as needed)
Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus
Estimated student workload is 135 h during the 5-credit course, including reading, coursework, and lectures or other scheduled meetings.
Sisältö
About 3 ECTS is focused on academic practices, especially academic writing, and about 2 ECTS is focused on other professional communication practices and skills, both written and spoken.
- general principles of academic writing, including style, text structure, and referencing mechanics
- generic and context-specific guidelines for academic and professional writing
- various written and oral communication situations in professional studies and the working life
- key terminology and concepts in the students' field of study.
Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen
Strong English skills recommended. The course is taught at skills level CEFR B2.
Arviointimenetelmät
Continuous evaluation: regular attendance (75%) and active participation in lectures and in-class exercises. Successful completion of written and spoken assignments and tests by given deadlines. Students are assessed individually on a scale of 5-0.
Arviointiasteikko
1-5
Hylätty (0)
The student has failed to meet the set course requirements.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements minimally. Work displays vaguely consistent and appropriate register. Content is vaguely effective and diverse. The text is not in keeping with style-specific conventions. The student constructs minimally understandable sentences. Grammatical irregularities occur often. Vocabulary is minimally appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style vaguely appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts minimally with participants. Performance meets few of the set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a vaguely consistent manner. Delivery is minimally structured. Linguistic performance is minimally accurate and appropriate to the context. Pauses are rather long and at times pronunciation hinders comprehension.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements adequately. Work displays somewhat consistent and appropriate register. Content is somewhat effective and diverse. The text has a reasonably logical structure. The text is rather cohesive. Minor mistakes occur in style. The student mostly constructs sentences well. Grammatical irregularities occur. Vocabulary is adequately professional and mostly appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: In most cases the student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts with participants. Performance meets most set expectations of given assignment. The student speaks in a consistent manner. Delivery is structured. Linguistic performance is somewhat accurate and appropriate to the context, although short pauses and hesitations may occur.
Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)
Writing in varied professional contexts: The student has met the assignment requirements fully. Work displays consistent and appropriate register. Content is effective, diverse, and skillfully delivered. The text has a clear and logical structure. The text is cohesive, fluent, and versatile. The student uses varied structures although occasional grammatical irregularities may occur. Vocabulary is varied and professional and typically appropriate to context.
Speaking in varied professional contexts: The student speaks in a style appropriate to the assignment. Student interacts fluently and competently. Performance meets all set expectations of given assignments. The student speaks in a clear, concise, and consistent manner. Delivery is well-structured, intentional. Linguistic performance is accurate, appropriate to the context, and speech tempo is natural.