English Oral Communication for Academic Purposes, Groups 1 - 2 (3 op)

Arviointiasteikko

Hyväksytty/Hylätty

Tavoitteet

This course emphasizes the importance of communicative competence as part of students’ expertise. The course will focus on developing skills and strategies for negotiation and problem solving, collaborative teamwork and intercultural communication.

Upon successful completion of the course, the student
1) is able to make conscious choices about applying communication strategies in different academic and professional contexts.
2) is able to collaborate in groups, negotiate to solve problems, and present ideas and information clearly and concisely.
3) is able to give and receive constructive feedback.
4) is able to consider the effect of culture in communication situations.
5) has acquired resources for the ongoing learning of communication skills and spoken English.

Toteutustavat

Group-oriented learning, independent work.

Suoritustavat

Active participation, required attendance, successful completion of the course assignments.

Sisältö

Students will have an opportunity to develop academic communication skills, field-specific vocabulary and confidence through focused pair and small-group activities.

Arviointikriteeri, hyväksytty/hylätty

Pass/fail based on completion of the tasks, active participation, and meeting the required attendance.

Lisätiedot

If you miss the first class session and have not discussed your absence with the teacher, your place can be given to the first person on the waiting list.
Remember to cancel your registration if you will not be taking the course.