Opinto-opas

Objective

On completion of the course the student can
- understand sentences and frequently used expressions related to areas
of most immediate relevance (e.g. very
basic personal and family information,
shopping, local geography,employment).
- communicate in simple and routine tasks requiring a simple and direct
exchange of information on familiar and
routine matters.
- describe in simple terms aspects of
his/her background, immediate
environment and matters in areas of immediate need

Content

Grammar, pronunciation, listening comprehension, verbal expression, vocabulary.

Materials

Gehring, Sonja & Sanni Heinzmann (2010):
Suomen mestari I. Suomen kielen oppikirja aikuisille.
+ other materials provided by the teacher

Teaching methods

Aim:
The student has basic knowledge of Finnish grammar, pronunciation and the features of the language. She/he is able to communicate in everyday life situations, to read simple texts and to write about a familiar subject, such as her/him own life.
Contents:
Basic grammar and vocabulary for everyday life in Finnish.
Short introduction to Finnish culture.
Requirements for the credit units:
Active participation in lectures and exercises. Oral and written exercises
in class. Passing grade for the practical assignment. A written exam.

Exam schedules

1st exam: 8th of December, 2017

Further information

Language of instruction: To be taught in Finnish and English

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Students have achieved the course objectives fairly. Students will be able to identify, define and use the course subject area’s concepts and models. The student understands the criteria and principles of the expertise development.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Students have achieved the course objectives well, even though the knowledge and skills need improvement on some areas. Students are able to define the course concepts and models and are able to justify the analysis. The student is able to apply their knowledge in leisure, study and work situations. The student understands the importance of expertise in the field of business and is able to analyze his/her own expertise.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Students have achieved the objectives of the course with excellent marks. Students master commendably the course subject area’s concepts and models. Students are able to make justified and fluent analysis and to present concrete development measures. The students are well prepared to apply their knowledge in leisure, study and work situations. Students are able to analyze the business sector expertise and the evolvement of their own expertise.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Students have achieved the objectives of the course with excellent marks. Students master commendably the course subject area’s concepts and models. Students are able to make justified and fluent analysis and to present concrete development measures. The students are well prepared to apply their knowledge in leisure, study and work situations. Students are able to analyze the business sector expertise and the evolvement of their own expertise.

Assessment methods and criteria

Evaluation on a scale of 1?5 / fail. The grade consists of attendance and active participation in class, assessment of work done during the course and a written exam at the end of the course.