English for Work (4 cr)
Code: KE00BT61-3121
General information
Enrollment
01.07.2022 - 04.09.2022
Timing
31.10.2022 - 11.12.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
4 op
Virtual portion
4 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Faculty of Health Care and Social Services (LAB)
Campus
Lahti Campus
Teaching languages
- English
Degree programmes
- Language studies LAB
Teachers
- Samu Lattu
Scheduling groups
- Luennot (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
- Harjoitus R 1 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
- Harjoitus R 2 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
- Harjoitus R 3 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
- Harjoitus R 4 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
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HLTISOS21S
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KKIE22LABH
Small groups
- Luennot
- Harjoitus R 1
- Harjoitus R 2
- Harjoitus R 3
- Harjoitus R 4
Learning outcomes
Proficiency level: B2
The student is able to
- communicate clearly and effectively in different generic and field-specific workplace situations both orally and in writing
- find, evaluate and use information effectively
- function collaboratively in international working environments.
Implementation and methods of teaching
Content consists of conversational classes, online video and text tutorials, and online spoken and written assignments.
Timing and attendance
Opening session available remotely, recording available. Weekly in-person classes are optional. Flexible deadlines.
Learning material and recommended literature
All course materials are provided via Moodle.
Alternative completion methods
Discuss with teacher.
Exam retakes
Any exams on this course are online to be taken at your leisure.
Learning environment
LAB Lahti Mukkulankatu and Niemenkatu campuses, Moodle.
Student time use and work load
The course should be about 108 hours of work. Student's workload consists of attending class and completing written and oral assignments. Work is evenly paced throughout the course.
Contents
Tools and techniques for learning beyond this course.
Conversation classes with conversation practice and simulated client interaction.
Administrative concepts in English.
Written professional communication.
Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.
This course does not review English grammar. It is expected that the students enrolled in the course have an intermediate-level command of English (CEFR B2).
Assessment criteria
Students select the level they wish to attain or demonstrate.
Assessment scale
1-5
Failed (0)
Student has not passed required minimum assignments.
Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)
The student can perform in communicative situations in English and can speak and write acceptable English.
Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)
The student can perform well in varied communicative situations and can speak and write easy-to-understand English.
Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)
The student can perform well and in a professional manner in varied communicative situations and write easy-to-read professional English.