•   English Speaking and Listening NV00CR09-3014 04.10.2021-12.12.2021  3 cr  (VAPAA) +-
    Learning outcomes of the course unit
    Learning outcomes of the course unit:
    After completing the course, the students

    - are familiar with various listening and speaking theories
    - are fluent in communicating orally in a fully on-line environment
    - are more aware of various cultural issues which may arise in multi-cultural work groups
    - are able to create a video presentation in groups
    - know how to use different on-line communication tools


    Level: European Framework of Reference: B2-C1
    Prerequisites and co-requisites
    Prerequisites and co-requisites
    Prerequisites: upper secondary school English or equivalent. This is an advanced course on English.
    Course contents
    Course contents


    Speaking theory
    Listening theory
    Pronounciation exercises
    Cultural aspects


    The course consists of theory material which the students are required to study independently, individual assignments which are submitted to the teacher as well as a small group project. In the group project the students create a short video in small groups.
    Further information
    The English course in speaking and listening is aimed at students who wish to improve their pronunciation in English, learn to listen to and comprehend spoken English better and who want to improve their skills in on-line collaboration and the use of contemporary on-line discussion tools.

    The course is also suitable for all students from all degree programmes. It is also suitable for exchange students as the teaching language of the course is English.

    This is a fully on-line course with no classroom meetings. The course consists of both independent work as well as a small final project which will be done in groups. Even though the course has a schedule with set deadlines, the students need to be able to also work independently.
    Name of lecturer(s)

    Marianna Leikomaa

    Recommended or required reading

    All the course materials are submitted through the learning environment and the students have no need to buy any materials.

    Planned learning activities and teaching methods

    The course takes place in an on-line learning environment with no actual classroom meetings, and half of the students in the course will be from Artevelde University of Applied Sciences, Belgium. There will be on-line meetings with the other students and the teacher through various on-line communication tools. The students will also be working on short video projects together in small groups. Other learning activities include producing audio and video recordings.

    Assessment methods and criteria

    The students will be assessed both individually and in groups. Individual assignment consists of learning diaries and podcasts and the group assessment on the final product of the project the students will be doing in groups. The assessment methods will include assessment by the teacher, self-assessment as well as peer assessment.

    Language of instruction

    English

    Timing

    04.10.2021 - 12.12.2021

    Registration

    26.05.2021 - 15.10.2021

    Credits

    3 cr

    Group(s)

    VAPAA

    Seats

    5 - 16

    Teacher(s)

    Henri Annala, Marianna Leikomaa

    Further information for students

    The participants need to have access to a computer with speakers/headphones and a microphone. Laptop quality equipment is sufficient. They also need to have video recording equipment, but smartphone quality is quite enough (the students do not need to own a video camera).

    Unit, in charge

    Pedagogic Innovations and Culture

    Office

    TAMK Main Campus

    Virtual proportion

    3 cr

    Evaluation scale

    0-5

    Students use of time and load

    The course is divided into 3 sections, which each take approximately 3 weeks to complete, and 1 week at the end for feedback. The students need to plan their schedules individually and with their group members.

    Content periodicity

    The course will begin on October the 11th.

    Assessment criteria
    Satisfactory

    Students:
    - are aware that there are cultural differences
    - speak understandably
    - use simple grammatical expressions
    - are able to work in groups
    - submit all required work

    Good

    Students:
    - are able to use suitable styles in most speaking situations
    - speak quite fluently and nearly grammatically correctly
    - use diverse grammatical expressions mostly flawlessly
    - are able to work in groups
    - submit all required work by dead-lines

    Excellent

    Students
    - are able to use suitable styles in various speaking situations
    - speak fluently and very nearly grammatically correctly
    - use diverse grammatical expressions nearly flawlessly
    - have a comprehensive understanding of different cultural matters
    - are able to work efficiently in groups
    - submit all required work by dead-line