Preparatory Swedish
| Structure Type: | Study unit |
|---|---|
| Code: | HXV0008 |
| Type: | Optional / Basic Studies |
| Curriculum: | H-VV 2007 |
| Level: | Continuing Education etc. |
| Credits: | 3 cr |
| Responsible Teacher: | Kiikkala, Sanna-Liisa |
| Language of Instruction: | Finnish |
Learning Outcomes
The student attains the language skills needed in learning professional language. The student knows the basic structures, essential vocabulary and standard language. The student has a positive attitude towards language learning and understands the significance of language skills in working life.
Student's Workload
Total work load of the course: 81 h
- of which scheduled studies: 42 h
- of which autonomous studies: 39 h
Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses
Secondary education Swedish studies.
Contents
The most important structures of Swedish, reading comprehension, speaking and writing exercises, using various sources in language studies.
Recommended or Required Reading and Other Learning Resources/Tools
Jokisalo - Minni. 2011. Reflex. Uppdatera din svenska. Helsinki. Otava.
Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Communicative language learning, pair and group exercises, active participation in contact teaching and independent studying.
Assessment Criteria
Grade 1: The student speaks passable Swedish in everyday speaking situationsa nd writes passable Swedish.
Grade 3: The stduent speaks fairly good Swedish in everyday spekaing situations and writes fairly good Swedish.
Grade 5: The student speaks good Swedish in everyday spaeaing situations and writes good Swedish.
Assessment Methods
Exams, continuous assessment, home assignments.