Written Communication in EnglishLaajuus (2 ECTS)

Objective

The student is able to use English in study- and work-related situations and can fluently communicate about their skills. They understand the specific characteristics of multilingual communication and can recognize the features of English as it is used in different parts of the world. The student can search for study-related information in English from various sources and evaluate its reliability. They are also able to summarize the information they have acquired. The student can operate in the digital environment of the 2020s and is familiar with the principles of artificial intelligence and sustainable development.

Content

- Review of verb structures in English
- Spelling exercises in English
- Listening comprehension
- Reading comprehension
- Workplace language in English
- Basics of academic writing in English
- Vocabulary related to sustainable development and digitalization in English

Qualifications

B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR)

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student manages communication situations related to studies and the workplace at a basic level. They can describe basic aspects of their skills. They can understand English media texts with the help of tools. The student understands the basics of English verb structures and spelling. They have been introduced to the vocabulary of sustainable development and digitalization and can understand related terminology with the help of a dictionary.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student manages communication situations related to studies and the workplace well and can describe their skills and development. They mostly understand English media texts without a dictionary. The student understands how English verb structures work and follows spelling rules in their texts. They are familiar with vocabulary related to sustainable development and digitalization and understand texts on these topics. The student can produce academic English.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student manages communication situations related to studies and the workplace fluently and can assess their areas of development and strengths. They can describe their skills and development. They easily understand English media texts and can draw conclusions based on the information given. The student understands English verb structures comprehensively and deeply and follows spelling rules in their texts. They are well-versed in the vocabulary of sustainable development and digitalization and read related texts fluently. The student can produce good academic English.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

The student manages communication situations related to studies and the workplace at a basic level. They can describe basic aspects of their skills. They can understand English media texts with the help of tools. The student understands the basics of English verb structures and spelling. They have been introduced to the vocabulary of sustainable development and digitalization and can understand related terminology with the help of a dictionary.