Study Guide

Objective

After completing this module, the studentrecognizes the basic concepts of ethicsis aware of forms of inequality and manifestations of discrimination in societyacknowledges relevant mechanisms in intercultural interactionis able to act upon the principle of equality in her/his profession and willing to promote equality in her/his work.

Content

Equality in society, principles of ethics, equality of opportunity in working life.

Location and time

Online Kick-off seminar (2 h), 24th February at 14-16, Online concluding seminar (2 h) 21st April at 12-14, independent work 131 h consisting of following (to be specified later); reading, written assignments, analysis of material of current interest, web discussions.
Independent work 131 h, seminars (4 h.) at the beginning and the end of course.

Materials

Available in the online learning environment.

Teaching methods

Core contents: Equality in society, principles of ethics, equality of opportunity in working life.
After completing this module, the student
recognizes the basic concepts of ethics
is aware of forms of inequality and manifestations of discrimination in society
acknowledges relevant mechanisms in intercultural interaction
is able to act upon the principle of equality in her/his profession and willing to promote equality in her/his work.
Independent work 131 h consisting of following (to be specified later); reading, written assignments, analysis of material of current interest, web discussions.
The course is implemented by University of Eastern Finland.
Course registration link
https://link.webropolsurveys.com/S/1C2A2691550C947C
Registration time: closes 17th Feb at 8:00 Finnish time
The course is taught by University Lecturer Ismo Pellikka ismo.pellikka@uef.fi
Contact person at Karelia UAS: Lecturer Heidi Vartiainen, heidi.vartiainen (a) karelia.fi

Student workload

Independent work 131 h, seminars (4 h.) at the beginning and the end of course.
Kick-off seminar (2 h), concluding seminar (2 h), independent work 131 h consisting of following (to be specified later); reading, written assignments, analysis of material of current interest, web discussions.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

2 = Satisfactory
Presentation of some of the concepts or models or principles or other knowledge of the topic, as well as some arguments and conclusions. Use of topical references. Independent work demonstrates little critical thinking and activity, although follows assignment instructions.
1 = Accepted/ Passed
Presentation of only few concepts or models or principles or other knowledge of the topic, as well as few arguments and conclusions. Use of only some topical references. Independent work demonstrates little critical thinking and activity, although follows assignment instructions.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

4 = Very good
Broad presentation of concepts, models and principles and other knowledge of the topic, as well as coherent and well-grounded arguments, conclusions and reflection. Many-sided and critical use of references. Independent work demonstrates very good depth and critical thinking and activity and follows assignment instructions.
3 = Good
Presentation of concepts, models and principles and other knowledge of the topic, as well as coherent and well-grounded arguments, conclusions and reflection. Many-sided use of references. Independent work demonstrates critical thinking and activity and follows assignment instructions.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

5 = Excellent
Broad and deep presentation of concepts, models and principles and other knowledge of the topic, as well as coherent and well-grounded arguments, conclusions and reflection. Many-sided and critical use of references. Independent work demonstrates excellent in-depth and critical thinking and activity and follows assignment instructions.