Assessment details can be checked from implementation plans (including attendance requirements).

Classroom activities
Individual assignments
Teamwork
Final deliverables
Language tests
Peer assessment
Self-assessment

The assessment is based on the progress of a student towards mastering German Areal studies, rather than on a tested level of linguistic competence (German language).

The self-assessment of one's own learning does not influence the module grade. The self-assessment and students’ feedback to the module will be used for the module development. The feedback is collected in an electronic form.

Areal history, geography, society, economy, trade relations, entrepreneurship.
Areal business operational environment and business culture.
Areal language (for business, sales and services) and business communication

a.) Learning with contact teaching including assignments, project work, independent study and possible exams.
b.) Learning by using the work-based learning method “Work&Study” according to a plan that shows how the learning goals of the course can be obtained through the student’s work or hobby. More information from responsible teachers or academic advisors.
c.) Demonstration (of earlier skills and knowledge in the course content). More information from responsible teachers or academic advisors.

Books on the content topics
E-books and online articles
Companies’ web-portals
Relevant media, news agencies, quality press, etc.
Social networking tools
Exercises, tests
Instructors’ own materials, materials produced by students.

The module is a part of professional studies in the Porvoo Campus competence-based curriculum. No previous studies in German are requiered. The module advances the following competences: communication, cultural awareness, customer understanding and global business mindset. The module is expected to be taken as a 5 + 5 ECTS module and can be later followed by a star module (5 ECTS).

The student has some understanding of German-speaking regions, German language and the cultural, political, economic and social aspects of its environment. S/he is able to communicate at a minimal level in the local language and network with actors in the selected area. The student has only a limited understanding of the business culture and its context. The student is able to operate only when aided by other students and supervisors. The student’s activity and participation are minimal.

The student is able to understand German-speaking regions, German language and the cultural, political, economic and social aspects of its environment. S/he is able to communicate at some level in the local language and network with actors in the selected area. The student has a clear idea of the business culture and its context. The student is able to operate with tasks both in teams and independently. The student’s activity and participation are rather good.

The student has an advanced understanding of German-speaking regions, German language and the cultural, political, economic and social aspects of its environment. S/he is able to communicate reliably in the local language and network with actors in the selected area. The student has a comprehensive idea of the business culture and its context. The student displays a culturally aware business-oriented approach and is able to lead team work. The student’s activity and participation are excellent.