•   Intercultural Awareness KE00CE74-3017 05.09.2022-16.12.2022  3 credits  (TLTISSE22SV, ...) +-
    Name of lecturer(s)

    Jaana Häkli

    Learning material and recommended literature

    Hofstede, Hofstede & Minkov (2010): Cultures and Organizations. Software of the Mind. Lewis, R. (2018): When Cultures Collide: Leading Across Cultures. Other study material provided by the teacher on Moodle.

    Implementation and methods of teaching

    Weekly lessons (via Zoom). Course: lectures, videos, literature, individual/pair/group tasks/assignments. All course tasks/assignments/assignment parts/assignment related (online) examinations must be completed/passed to complete the course. Retakes to improve received grades not allowed for assignments/assignment parts/assignment related (online) examinations.

    Assessment methods and criteria

    Grade scale 5 (Excellent) - 0 (Fail).

    Language of instruction

    English

    Timing

    05.09.2022 - 16.12.2022

    Enrollment date

    01.07.2022 - 04.09.2022

    Enrolment in Peppi http://peppi.lab.fi. If you need assistance, please contact the student office.

    Group(s)
    • TLTISSE22SV
    • KKIE22LABH
    Seats

    0 - 42

    Unit, in charge

    Faculty of Technology (LAB)

    Small group(s)
    • Luennot 1 (Size: 0.
    Teacher(s)

    Jaana Häkli

    Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

    No pre-requisities.
    Active participation in Zoom-meet lessons.
    All course tasks/activities/assignments (assignment related exam(s)) must be completed/passed to complete the course.
    Retakes to improve received grades not allowed for assignments/assignment parts/assignment related (online) examinations.

    Degree Programme(s)

    Language studies LAB, Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Sustainable Solutions Engineering

    Unit location

    E-campus, Lahti

    Virtual proportion

    3 credits

    Assessment methods

    1-5

    Alternative completion methods

    Study package incl. assignments to be completed independently. All course assignments/assignment related (online) examinations must be completed/passed to complete the course. Retakes not allowed for assignment related (online) examinations as they are part of (the) assignment/assignments (are not complete course content examinations).

    Timing and attendance

    For the duration of the term. Attendance and active participation in Zoom-meet lessons/webinars.

    Learning environment

    Weekly webinars (via Zoom).

    Students use of time and workload

    About 80 hours student work.

    Contents

    1. Culture as an interdisciplinary phenomenon 2. Stereotype awareness 3. Theoretical frameworks for understanding cultural differences and similarities; incl. Hofstede’s 6D Model 4. Intercultural communication; Lewis’ Communication profiles 5. Cultural adaptation 6. Business cultures

    Assessment criteria
    Failed (0)

    The student did not fulfil/meet the course requirements/learning outcomes.

    Assessment criteria - level 1

    The student basically understands that cultural similarities and differences exist. The student has a basic understanding of the global-mindset concept and its role in effective connections with international partners. The student can apply some theoretical frameworks to analyze business, work-life cultures. The student understands the culture adaptation and adjustment process. The student attends the course lessons and completes (passes) course assignment(s).

    Assessment criteria - level 3

    The student understands and accepts that culture similarities and differences exist. The student has a good understanding of the global-mindset concept and its role in effective connections with international partners. The student can apply most theoretical frameworks to analyze business, work-life cultures. The student has a good understanding of the culture adaptation and adjustment process. The student participates in course lessons and completes (passes) the course assignment(s).

    Assessment criteria - level 5

    The student understands, recognizes and accepts that culture similarities and differences exist. The student has acquired a global mindset and can work effectively with international partners. The student can apply a variety of suitable theoretical frameworks to analyze business, work-life cultures. The student has an excellent understanding of the culture adaptation and adjustment process. The student actively participates in course lessons and completes (passes) the course assignment(s).