Introduction to intercultural encounters (5 cr)

Evaluation scale

H-5

Content scheduling

The course is organized by Karelia UAS in cooperation with University of Eastern Finland. The minimum amount of students is 20 in order for the course to take place. The course is completely online in the autumn 2020.

1. Online Kick-off 22nd Sept at 15.15-16.45
2. Online meeting 20th Oct at 15.15 - 16.45
3. Online meeting 17th Nov at 15.15 - 16.45

Objective

On completion of the course the studentunderstands the basic concepts and perspectives of intercultural encounters (e.g. identity, cross-cultural vs. intercultural and emic vs. etic perspectives)is aware of the cultural dimensions relevant for professional interaction (concept of time, individualism-collectivism, and hierarchy)is able to retrieve, process and critically evaluate information regarding immigration, diversity, non-discrimination and equityreflects on his/her own starting points and developmental needs regarding intercultural encounters at work

Content

the key concepts and theoretical frameworks for intercultural studiesdiversity in groups and in societythe challenges of expats and immigrants (incl. visits and/or visitors)intercultural encounters in professional settingsintercultural competence and global literacy

Location and time

Online lessons 6 h, independent study 129 h

Materials

Available in the online learning environment.

Teaching methods

On completion of the course the student

understands the basic concepts and perspectives of intercultural encounters

is aware of the cultural dimensions relevant for professional interaction (concept of time, individualism-collectivism, and hierarchy)

is able to retrieve, process and critically evaluate information regarding immigration, diversity, non-discrimination and equity

reflects on his/her own starting points and developmental needs regarding intercultural encounters at work


Core contents:
the key concepts and theoretical frameworks for intercultural studies

diversity in groups and in society

the challenges of expats and immigrants (incl. visits and/or visitors)

intercultural encounters in professional settings

intercultural competence and global literacy

Written assignments: online assignments

International connections

The course is implemented in English and is also intended for exchange students of Karelia UAS and UEF.

Further information

The course is organized by Karelia UAS in cooperation with University of Eastern Finland. The minimum amount of students is 20 in order for the course to take place. The course is completely online in the autumn 2020.

1. Online Kick-off 22nd Sept at 15.15-16.45
2. Online meeting 20th Oct at 15.15 - 16.45
3. Online meeting 17th Nov at 15.15 - 16.45