Finnish for Foreigners I (Others)
| Structure Type: | Study unit |
|---|---|
| Code: | TIP0313 |
| Curriculum: | IB 2023 |
| Level: | Bachelor of Business Administration |
| Year of Study: | 1 (2023-2024) |
| Semester: | Autumn |
| Credits: | 5 cr |
| Responsible Teacher: | Auranen, Päivi |
| Language of Instruction: | English |
Courses During the Academic Year 2023-2024
| Impl. | Group(s) | Study Time | Teacher(s) | Language | Enrolment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3005 | IB2023-1A, IB2023-1B | 2023-08-21 – 2023-12-24 | Päivi Auranen | English | 2023-08-01 – 2023-09-06 |
Learning Outcomes
The course will give the students elementary knowledge of the Finnish language. The students learn the pronunciation, structures and vocabulary of standard Finnish and gain an insight into the Finnish culture. The students practise communicating in Finnish in everyday situations.
Student's Workload
Total 135h
Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses
No previous studies
Contents
Basic vocabulary and elementary sentence structures in everyday language situations.
Regional Impact
The course assists students in coping in the local surroundings.
Internationality
The student understands how s/he can adapt to communicating in a society other than his/her own.
Recommended or Required Reading and Other Learning Resources/Tools
Gehring, S. & Heinzmann, S. Suomen mestari 1. Suomen kielen oppikirja aikuisille. 2010 or newer. Helsinki. Finn Lectura
Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Oral and written exercises based on the course material, pairwork, assignments.
Assessment Criteria
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Grade 5: The student shows the ability and understanding of how to use and study a new language (Finnish) in a versatile manner.
Grade 3: The student shows adequate skills in the new language (Finnish) in the situations studied on the course.
Grade 1: The student can produce, recognise and understand the basics of the Finnish language.
Assessment Methods
Active class participation, completed assignments, oral and written examinations. Numerical (0-5).