- 28.08.2023 - 20.12.2023 (YY00DX99-3001 | EXO23SDHC, EXO23SOPT, EXO23SBIO, EXM23SDAN, KTO22SP1, EXM23SMUC, KTO22SP3, KTO22SP9, EXT23S24KDDMECG, EXM23SMUP, VAY23S, EXT23S24KDDMECU, VAI23S24K, EXO23SRAD, EXT23S24KDDITTUD, EXT23SRYI, EXT23SRYA, EXT23SAUT, EXT23SMEC, EXT23SDIN21SP, EXT24KDIN22SP, EXT23S24KDDITHNU, EXO23SOCT, EXY23SCOS, EXO23SPHT, EXO23SSOS)
Group(s)
EXO23SDHC, EXO23SOPT, EXO23SBIO, EXM23SDAN, KTO22SP1, EXM23SMUC, KTO22SP3, KTO22SP9, EXT23S24KDDMECG, EXM23SMUP, VAY23S, EXT23S24KDDMECU, VAI23S24K, EXO23SRAD, EXT23S24KDDITTUD, EXT23SRYI, EXT23SRYA, EXT23SAUT, EXT23SMEC, EXT23SDIN21SP, EXT24KDIN22SP, EXT23S24KDDITHNU, EXO23SOCT, EXY23SCOS, EXO23SPHT, EXO23SSOS
Max Seats
1 - 5
Evaluation Criteria
0-5
Language of Instruction
English
Type of Course
Languages, Avoin amk, Internationality and communication
Responsible Teacher
Elina Bergroth
Mode of Delivery
R&D Studies: 0.00 cr
Virtual Studies: 0.00 cr
Contact Teaching: 3 cr
Teacher(s)
Elina Bergroth
Smaller Group(s)
Avoin amk, Tutkinto-opiskelijat
Evaluation Criteria
0-5
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Not applicable
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Not applicable
Location and time
Not applicable
Learning environments
Not applicable
Recommended or Required Reading
Not applicable
Further Information
This implementation in autumn is for degree students and exchange students in general (if timetable fits). In addition, this course is scheduled for exchange students in mechanical engineering, music and dance, as well as health and social care.
Completion Alternatives
Not applicable
Teacher(s)
Elina Bergroth
Work Placement and Working Life Connections
Not applicable
Exam Schedule
Not applicable
International Connections
Not applicable
Student's Time Use and Workload
Not applicable
Learning Progress
Not applicable
Evaluation criteria accepted
Not applicable
Evaluation criteria failed
Not applicable
- 28.08.2023 - 20.12.2023 (YY00DX99-3002 | VAI23S24K, EXT23SRYI, EXT23SRYA, EXP23SPTE, EXT23SAUT, EXT23SDIN21SP, EXT23STVT21SPO, EXL23SAGR, VAY23S, EXY23SCOS, EXT23SDIN22SP)
Group(s)
VAI23S24K, EXT23SRYI, EXT23SRYA, EXP23SPTE, EXT23SAUT, EXT23SDIN21SP, EXT23STVT21SPO, EXL23SAGR, VAY23S, EXY23SCOS, EXT23SDIN22SP
Max Seats
1 - 5
Evaluation Criteria
Approved/Failed
Language of Instruction
English
Type of Course
Avoin amk
Responsible Teacher
Marjo Heikkinen
Mode of Delivery
R&D Studies: 0.00 cr
Virtual Studies: 0.00 cr
Contact Teaching: 3 cr
Teacher(s)
Marjo Heikkinen
Smaller Group(s)
Avoin amk, Tutkinto-opiskelijat
Evaluation Criteria
Approved/Failed
Assessment Methods and Criteria
The grading is based on the assignments the student returns and the presentations.
List of assignments to be returned:
- Reading task about cultural patterns from Myron W. Lustig & Jolene Koester: Intercultural Competence, Interpersonal Communication Across Cultures and discussing cultural patterns of one's own culture.
- Case study: discussing cultural elements in a life situation.
- Written assignment about the differences between East and West
- Study material about Sámi culture and a task related to the material.
- Reading task about cultural value orientation from Christoph Köck, Juliana Roth, Beatrix Andrée, Marc Hermeking, Galina Dr. Koptelzewa, Juliana Prof. Dr. Roth, Gregor Dr. Sterzenbach, Christine Dr. Tuschinsky: Culture Communication Skills
- Writing learning journal (about what was discussed in classes such as assimilation, adaptation, interpretation, observation, stereotypes, Lewis model, cultural dimensions, and about personal experiences relating to cultural competences.
Presentations:
- A cultural dimension
- A phenomenon or item from student's own culture with cultural perspective (cultural dimension, values, norms, social practices)
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Lectures and discussion assignments in class.
Learning assignments.
The course contains independent work, group work and live lectures.
Location and time
Not applicable
Learning environments
Not applicable
Recommended or Required Reading
The material and tasks are available on Moodle.
Further Information
This implementation in autumn is for degree and exchange students in general (if timetable fits).
In addition, this course is scheduled for exchange students in civil engineering, construction architecture, automation engineering, information technology, agriculture and rural industries, professional teacher education
Completion Alternatives
Not applicable
Teacher(s)
Marjo Heikkinen
Work Placement and Working Life Connections
Not applicable
Exam Schedule
Not applicable
International Connections
Not applicable
Student's Time Use and Workload
Not applicable
Learning Progress
Not applicable
Evaluation criteria accepted
Approved: I understand concepts of intercultural competences. I am able to describe cultural elements affecting communication and suggest simple solutions to possible cultural problems. I can describe situations where cultural features may affect interaction. I am also able to discuss specific features of my culture and understand the value of intercultural awareness in working life.
Evaluation criteria failed
Not applicable
- 08.01.2024 - 03.05.2024 (YY00DX99-3003 | EXO24KBIO, VAI23S24K, EXT23S24KDDITTUD, EXO24KOPT, EXO24KRAD, EXP24KPTE, EXT24KEEN, EXO24KSOS, EXT24KENE, EXM24KDAN, EXO24KPHT, EXT24KDIN22SP, EXO24KOCT, EXL24KAGR, EXT23S24KDDITHNU, EXY24KCOS, EXM24KMUC, EXT24KBSE, EXM24KMUP, EXO24KDHC, VAY23S)
Group(s)
EXO24KBIO, VAI23S24K, EXT23S24KDDITTUD, EXO24KOPT, EXO24KRAD, EXP24KPTE, EXT24KEEN, EXO24KSOS, EXT24KENE, EXM24KDAN, EXO24KPHT, EXT24KDIN22SP, EXO24KOCT, EXL24KAGR, EXT23S24KDDITHNU, EXY24KCOS, EXM24KMUC, EXT24KBSE, EXM24KMUP, EXO24KDHC, VAY23S
Max Seats
1 - 5
Evaluation Criteria
0-5
Language of Instruction
English
Type of Course
Avoin amk, Studies in English, Internationality and communication, Languages
Responsible Teacher
Marjo Heikkinen
Mode of Delivery
R&D Studies: 0.00 cr
Virtual Studies: 0.00 cr
Contact Teaching: 3 cr
Teacher(s)
Marjo Heikkinen
Smaller Group(s)
Tutkinto-opiskelijat, Avoin amk
Evaluation Criteria
0-5
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Grading takes place during the course and can be divided into three main parts: 1) final cultural presentation, 2) participation and completion of the tasks and activities, 3) learning journal.
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
The course contains both class activities and independent tasks including a learning journal.
Location and time
In general classes are once a week during period 3 and in the beginning of period 4.
Learning environments
Not applicable
Recommended or Required Reading
The course material is in Moodle.
Further Information
This implementation in spring is for degree and exchange students in general (if timetable fits).
In addition, this course is scheduled for exchange students in electrical engineering, building services, energy technology, agriculture and rural industries, web development information technology double degree programmes (mandatory), professional teacher education, music and dance, as well as health and social care.
Completion Alternatives
Not applicable
Teacher(s)
Marjo Heikkinen
Work Placement and Working Life Connections
Not applicable
Exam Schedule
Not applicable
International Connections
The course is intended for international students but Finnish students are welcome too (depending on the size of the group).
Student's Time Use and Workload
Since the course is 3 credits, the time required from a student is 81 h (max).
Learning Progress
Not applicable
Evaluation criteria accepted
1-2: Student shows some understanding of cultural concepts and is able to complete some of the activities and tasks. The student is able to function in a multicultural environment to some degree.
3-4: Active participation. Most of the tasks and activities completed in time. The student shows understanding of cultural concepts and is able pinpoint cultural aspects on superficial level or deeper. The student is able to reflect their own behavior to some degree and see some cultural aspects in it.
5: Active participation and motivation. Deadlines respected. Assignments completed with a thought which means that the student can demonstrate understanding of cultural concepts and is able to reflect and pinpoint cultural aspects in life to be able to adapt and operate in different cultures.
Evaluation criteria failed
Lack of motivation, no active participation in the learning activities. Deadlines/schedules not respected.
- 01.09.2024 - 20.12.2024 (YY00DX99-3004 | EXT24S25KDDMECU, EXT24S25KDDMECG, EXY24SCOS, VAI24S25K, EXO24SBIO, EXM24SDAN, EXO24SPHT, EXM24SMUC, EXO24SDHC, KTO23SP3, KTO23SP9, EXM24SMUP, EXO24SSOS, EXO24SOCT, DME23SP, EXO24SRAD, KTO23SP1, VAY24S, EXT24SMEC)
Group(s)
EXT24S25KDDMECU, EXT24S25KDDMECG, EXY24SCOS, VAI24S25K, EXO24SBIO, EXM24SDAN, EXO24SPHT, EXM24SMUC, EXO24SDHC, KTO23SP3, KTO23SP9, EXM24SMUP, EXO24SSOS, EXO24SOCT, DME23SP, EXO24SRAD, KTO23SP1, VAY24S, EXT24SMEC
Max Seats
1 - 5
Evaluation Criteria
0-5
Language of Instruction
English
Type of Course
Avoin amk, Studies in English, Languages, Internationality and communication
Responsible Teacher
Elina Bergroth
Mode of Delivery
R&D Studies: 0.00 cr
Virtual Studies: 0.00 cr
Contact Teaching: 3 cr
Teacher(s)
Elina Bergroth
Smaller Group(s)
Not applicable
Evaluation Criteria
0-5
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Not applicable
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Not applicable
Location and time
Not applicable
Learning environments
Not applicable
Recommended or Required Reading
Not applicable
Further Information
This implementation in autumn is for degree students and exchange students in general (if timetable fits). In addition, this course is scheduled for exchange students in mechanical engineering, music and dance, as well as health and social care.
Completion Alternatives
Not applicable
Teacher(s)
Elina Bergroth
Work Placement and Working Life Connections
Not applicable
Exam Schedule
Not applicable
International Connections
Not applicable
Student's Time Use and Workload
Not applicable
Learning Progress
Not applicable
Evaluation criteria accepted
Not applicable
Evaluation criteria failed
Not applicable
- 12.09.2024 - 18.12.2024 (YY00DX99-3005 | EXT24SDIN23SP, EXL24SAGR, EXT24SDIN22SP, VAY24S, EXT24SRYI, EXT24SRYA, EXY24SCOS, VAI24S25K)
Group(s)
EXT24SDIN23SP, EXL24SAGR, EXT24SDIN22SP, VAY24S, EXT24SRYI, EXT24SRYA, EXY24SCOS, VAI24S25K
Max Seats
1 - 5
Evaluation Criteria
Approved/Failed
Language of Instruction
English
Type of Course
Not applicable
Responsible Teacher
Marjo Heikkinen
Mode of Delivery
R&D Studies: 0.00 cr
Virtual Studies: 0.00 cr
Contact Teaching: 3 cr
Teacher(s)
Marjo Heikkinen
Smaller Group(s)
Not applicable
Evaluation Criteria
Approved/Failed
Assessment Methods and Criteria
The grading is based on the assignments the student returns and the presentations.
List of assignments to be returned:
- Reading task about cultural patterns from Myron W. Lustig & Jolene Koester: Intercultural Competence, Interpersonal Communication Across Cultures and discussing cultural patterns of one's own culture.
- Case study: discussing cultural elements in a life situation.
- Written assignment about the differences between East and West
- Study material about Sámi culture and a task related to the material.
- Reading task about cultural value orientation from Christoph Köck, Juliana Roth, Beatrix Andrée, Marc Hermeking, Galina Dr. Koptelzewa, Juliana Prof. Dr. Roth, Gregor Dr. Sterzenbach, Christine Dr. Tuschinsky: Culture Communication Skills
- Writing learning journal (about what was discussed in classes such as assimilation, adaptation, interpretation, observation, stereotypes, Lewis model, cultural dimensions, and about personal experiences relating to cultural competences.
Presentations:
- A cultural dimension
- A phenomenon or item from student's own culture with cultural perspective (cultural dimension, values, norms, social practices)
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Lectures and discussion assignments in class.
Learning assignments.
The course contains independent work, group work and live lectures.
Location and time
Not applicable
Learning environments
Not applicable
Recommended or Required Reading
The material and tasks are available on Moodle.
Further Information
This implementation in autumn is for degree and exchange students in general (if timetable fits).
In addition, this course is scheduled for exchange students in civil engineering, construction architecture, information technology (apart from double degrees > spring), agriculture and rural industries
Completion Alternatives
Not applicable
Teacher(s)
Marjo Heikkinen
Work Placement and Working Life Connections
Not applicable
Exam Schedule
Not applicable
International Connections
Not applicable
Student's Time Use and Workload
Not applicable
Learning Progress
Not applicable
Evaluation criteria accepted
Approved: I understand concepts of intercultural competences. I am able to describe cultural elements affecting communication and suggest simple solutions to possible cultural problems. I can describe situations where cultural features may affect interaction. I am also able to discuss specific features of my culture and understand the value of intercultural awareness in working life.
Evaluation criteria failed
Not applicable
- 08.01.2025 - 02.05.2025 (YY00DX99-3006 | EXN25KDAPM, EXT25KDIN23SP, EXL25KAGR, EXT24S25KDDITTUD, EXT24S25KDDITHNU, EXO25KRAD, VAI24S25K, EXY25KCOS, EXT25KBSE, EXO25KBIO, EXT25KENE, EXO25KOPT, EXM25KDAN, EXO25KPHT, EXM25KMUC, EXO25KSOS, EXO25KDHC, EXM25KMUP, EXO25KOCT, VAY24S, EXN25KDDMDAPMHNU)
Group(s)
EXN25KDAPM, EXT25KDIN23SP, EXL25KAGR, EXT24S25KDDITTUD, EXT24S25KDDITHNU, EXO25KRAD, VAI24S25K, EXY25KCOS, EXT25KBSE, EXO25KBIO, EXT25KENE, EXO25KOPT, EXM25KDAN, EXO25KPHT, EXM25KMUC, EXO25KSOS, EXO25KDHC, EXM25KMUP, EXO25KOCT, VAY24S, EXN25KDDMDAPMHNU
Max Seats
1 - 5
Evaluation Criteria
0-5
Language of Instruction
English
Type of Course
Not applicable
Responsible Teacher
Marjo Heikkinen
Mode of Delivery
R&D Studies: 0.00 cr
Virtual Studies: 0.00 cr
Contact Teaching: 3 cr
Teacher(s)
Elina Bergroth
Smaller Group(s)
Not applicable
Evaluation Criteria
0-5
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Grading takes place during the course and can be divided into three main parts: 1) final cultural presentation, 2) participation and completion of the tasks and activities, 3) learning journal.
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
The course contains both class activities and independent tasks including a learning journal.
Location and time
In general classes are once a week during period 3 and in the beginning of period 4.
Learning environments
Not applicable
Recommended or Required Reading
The course material is in Moodle.
Further Information
This implementation in spring is for degree and exchange students in general (if timetable fits).
In addition, this course is scheduled for exchange students in building services, energy technology, agriculture and rural industries, web development, information technology double degree programmes (mandatory), music and dance, as well as health and social care.
Completion Alternatives
Not applicable
Teacher(s)
Elina Bergroth
Work Placement and Working Life Connections
Not applicable
Exam Schedule
Not applicable
International Connections
The course is intended for international students but Finnish students are welcome too (depending on the size of the group).
Student's Time Use and Workload
Since the course is 3 credits, the time required from a student is 81 h (max).
Learning Progress
Not applicable
Evaluation criteria accepted
1-2: Student shows some understanding of cultural concepts and is able to complete some of the activities and tasks. The student is able to function in a multicultural environment to some degree.
3-4: Active participation. Most of the tasks and activities completed in time. The student shows understanding of cultural concepts and is able pinpoint cultural aspects on superficial level or deeper. The student is able to reflect their own behavior to some degree and see some cultural aspects in it.
5: Active participation and motivation. Deadlines respected. Assignments completed with a thought which means that the student can demonstrate understanding of cultural concepts and is able to reflect and pinpoint cultural aspects in life to be able to adapt and operate in different cultures.
Evaluation criteria failed
Lack of motivation, no active participation in the learning activities. Deadlines/schedules not respected.