Professional FinnishLaajuus (3 ECTS)

Objective

Depending on the level the student has achieved, (s)he is able to more effectively communicate in work environment in Finland considering the cultural and linguistic aspects of those taking part in the interaction. Students have a positive and realistic view of their language and communication skills as well as ability and motivation to develop these skills further.

Content

Assesment of the student’s Finnish skills. Developing grammar, vocabulary, oral presentation, reporting and documentation skills.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Structures typical in written documents
- The students’ vocabulary and grammar are sufficient for writing comprehensible and relatively flawless texts. They are familiar with the linguistic means for writing clear and coherent text.

Differences between formal and informal style
- The students identify the requirements and principles of register in different genres and take them into account their texts.

Understanding and composing field-specific and working life related texts
- The students can independently read fairly long texts on general and field-related topics. They identify the main points in a text. The students are able to compose texts required in their own field and in working life generally, and communicate information and their own views fluently.

Assessment and development of one’s own language skills
- The students receive feedback and make an effort to apply it in their writing.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Structures typical in written documents
- The students are able to use relatively complex sentence structures and linguistic means to write clear and coherent text. They have a relatively extensive knowledge of the terminology of their own field and working life related topics. Language errors may occur but do not cause misunderstandings.

Differences between formal and informal style
- The students are able to compose texts required in their own field and working life taking into account the demands of register.

Understanding and composing field-specific and working life related texts
- The students can independently read long texts related to their own field and working life. They are able to find the main points in a text and identify the purpose of the writer and the text. The students are able to write clear, detailed texts and express information and views precisely.

Assessment and development of one’s own language skills
- The students are able to assess their own language skills and propose development objectives.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Structures typical in written documents
- The students have a good command of grammar and an extensive vocabulary. Their ability to express themselves in writing is not restricted by inadequate language skills.

Differences between formal and informal style
- The students are able to compose texts required in their own field and working life taking into account the demands of register and style.

Understanding and composing field-specific and working life related texts
- The students are able to independently read a wide range of texts, even long and complex ones. They are able to summarise the main points and identify the writer’s attitude and the purpose of the text. The students are able to compose clear, detailed and well-structured texts required in their own field and working life. They express themselves efficiently.

Assessment and development of one’s own language skills
- The students are willing and able to develop their language skills purposefully.