Study Guide

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 and Moodle assignments.The main emphasis in class is spoken interaction and less on vocabulary practice, the aim is for students to come to class prepared.

Timing and attendance

Autumn 2023. Attendance at all lessons is compulsory. There are only 6, let's make them count.

Learning material and recommended literature

All course materials are provided via Moodle.

Alternative completion methods

Discuss with teacher.

Learning environment

LAB Skinnarila campus, 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.

Contents

Things we will practice include:
- nurse/patient interaction
- anatomical vocabulary
- medical procedures
- workplace communication
- tools and techniques for learning beyond this course
- reading and writing professional texts

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

A number of assignments are graded on a scale of 0-5. Other assignments are pass/fail. Students must attain a passing grade (1 or pass) on all assignments to pass the course.

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

Student has not passed all 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 impressively well and in a professional manner in varied communicative situations and write easy-to-read professional English.