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Language-aware and Anti-discriminatory PracticesLaajuus (5 cr)

Course unit code: SX00FX78

General information


Credits
5 cr

Objective

The student

• is able to act in various communication and guidance situations in a language-aware and equality-promoting manner
• is able to work in groups where participants have different origins, religions, beliefs, customs and language proficiency levels
• is able to observe and examine environments from a language-aware and non-discriminatory perspective
• recognises the structural background of social inequality and is aware of the power inherent in language and perspective choices
• is familiar with the basics of non-discriminatory pedagogy and is able to report on equality-related problems and promote equality
• is able to promote sustainable development in their work.

Content

• Promoting language-aware and non-discriminatory work practices, awareness of everyday language choices and their consequences

• Clear oral and written communication, the basics of plain language

• Recognising different forms of discrimination, taking intersectionality into account, anti-racist approach to work

• Promoting inclusion in work communities, developing equality-based practices

Qualifications

Previous knowledge of the Finnish language equals at least the skill level B2 of the European Framework of Reference for Languages CEFR.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Framework of assessment is attached in the curriculum's description.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Framework of assessment is attached in the curriculum's description.

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