Finnish 1, Group 3 (3cr)

Evaluation scale

Approved/Rejected

Objective

The objective of the course is to provide the students with basic information on Finnish pronunciation, vocabulary, and structure so that they can handle very simple everyday situations in Finnish (e.g. greeting, presenting oneself, shopping). Having completed the course, the students will be able 1) to tell about themselves and answer simple questions concerning themselves using short sentences 2) to recognize from clear, slow speech a limited number of words and sentences dealing with personal issues or the immediate situation 3) to master basic grammatical concepts and a limited basic vocabulary 4) to achieve level A1.2 of the CEFR (the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages).

Methods of completion

Group meetings 36 hours and independent work 45 hours. The course includes individual, pair and small group work as well as discussion exercises.

Methods of completion

Regular attendance (80%) in group meetings, active participation in exercises, completing individual and group assignments. Final exam.

Content

All sectors of language skills are practiced on the course: pronunciation, speech, speech comprehension, writing, reading, and grammar. However, the main emphasis is on studying the structures of basic grammar and practicing oral skills and speech comprehension.

Materials

The students acquire the course book themselves.

Teaching methods

Teaching profile: F2F

Qualifications

The course starts from the very basics.