Learn Language and Culture in TandemLaajuus (3 cr)

Objective

The student learns the basics or develops the foreign language skills in everyday situations. He/she understands the essentials of the target culture and knows general information about the foreign country. The student gains contacts and understands the meaning of different cultural and linguistic backgrounds in communication.

Content

12 optional topics (e.g. habits and traditions, everyday situations, studying, own professional field, hobbies) of which at least three must be cultural visits (e.g. concerts, theatre, cinema, sport events).

Materials

No specific material used.

Further information

Teaching language: Finnish and English

Execution methods

Introductory lectures. Collaborative work done in tandem pairs.