Study Guide

Objective

You
- are aware of your own learning style and the significance of learning strategies in English language studies.
- will activate your English skills and practise using English in various situations related to studies and
working life.
- know how to use dictionaries and internet resources to develop your language skills.
- understand the significance of intercultural communication in working life.
- achieve such interaction skills which enable natural and effective communication in English.

Content

Self-assessment of language competence (European Framework of Reference for Languages)
Emails, telephoning, online communication
Asking for/giving instructions on various situations
Telling about yourself, your field of studies/work and Finland/your home country
Hosting international visitors and interacting in social situations
Work life Skills skills (small talk, giving/receiving feedback, team work skills

The course implementation is in the Common European Reference Framework level B1/B2.

Location and time

Moodle / Zoom

Materials

Moodle materials and internet resources.

Teaching methods

- weekly online meetings, which require a microphone and camera to practice online interaction.
- The course implementation is in the Common European Reference Framework level B1/B2.

Exam schedules

no exams, course assignments in Moodle.

Completion alternatives

RPL-process to be agreed upon with the course teacher.
Contact kaija.sankila@karelia.fi
At the beginning of January, before the start of the course, all enrolled students will be informed about the AHOT information session.

Student workload

Online classes 32h, guided self study (Moodle tasks/assignments) and independent study 40h.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment methods and criteria

- active participation in classes and continuous show of appropriate communication skills
- Moodle tasks/assignments
- life skills https://www.thebalancemoney.com/life-skills-list-and-examples-4147222