Virtual Swedish from Scratch 1 - SWE001AS0AE - Opinto-opas

Virtual Swedish from Scratch 1, 3 cr - SWE001AS0AE

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Virtual Swedish from Scratch 1 SWE001AS0AE-3001 21.10.2024-13.12.2024 3 op (VIRTUAL, ...) +-
Teaching methods and instruction

- independent studies in the Moodle environment
- sefl-correcting actitities
- completion progress functions helping students complete the course
- also, instructor messages and advice as needed and feasible

Learning material and recommended literature

Moodle Swedish from Scratch 1

Working life connections

Introduction to some Finnish Swedish speaking organisations.

Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

Final exam as the last activity of the virtual course.

Teaching language

English

Internationality

Objective to enhance students' multilingualism by learning basics of a local language and local culture.
Touchpoints to Swediish in Sweden and the Swedish culture.

Timing

21.10.2024 - 13.12.2024

Learning assignments

Activiites and assignments in the virtual course.

Enrollment

28.08.2024 - 21.10.2024

Content scheduling

The autumn 2024 implementation is 3 ECTS.

Course start 21 October and finish 13 December 2024
Non-stop course and all activities and assignments including the online test to be completed by 13 December.
Groups
- VIRTUAL
- EXCH
Alternative learning methods

Inquiries to the course teacher.

Teachers

Liisa Wallenius

Seats

1 - 30

Further information

Completion of the activities and assignments, and exams in the end of each of the five chapters/weeks.
Grade based on the grade of the grade average of the exams and attained language competenece level on Common European Framework of Reference.
Target level A1.

R&D proportion

3.00 cr

Virtual proportion

3.00 cr

Evaluation scale

H-5

The objective of the course is to learn the basics of the Swedish language and culture in Finland , and Sweden. Virtual Swedish from Scratch -course is a virtual course of 3 ECTS at Haaga-Helia Porvoo. The course is planned in a Nordplus Language project Swedish for beginners - Multilingualism to Enhance Employability.

Learning outcomes
• You learn the elementary structures of Swedish, and you learn to write simple texts and to use Swedish in basic everyday situations.
• You familiarize yourself with the basic cultural aspects of the Nordic language area.
• Your target level on the Common European Framework of Reference for languages is A1.

• Basics of pronunciation.
• Vocabulary to introduce yourself and to describe where you come from and what you do and what you study.
• Basic structures of the language
• First steps in understanding and speaking the language.
• Basics of writing in Swedish
• Cultural elements of the Nordic countries with emphasis on Sweden and Finland, and work life

Virtual studies on Moodle

Moodle Swedish from Scratch

Take your first steps in learning Swedish and get familiar with the Swedish speaking environment and culture in Finland.

Liisa Wallenius, Porvoo campus

No liaisons to other studies.
NB the course is for absolute beginners in Swedish.

Can recognize and respond to basic greetings. Understands simple classroom instructions in Swedish. Can introduce themselves using simple phrases. Can ask and answer basic questions about personal information (e.g., name, age).
Can read and understand simple words and phrases (e.g., colours, numbers). Can follow simple written instructions. Can write their name and simple words. Can copy simple sentences. Can identify basic cultural symbols of Sweden and Finland (e.g., flags, traditional foods).

Can understand simple conversations about everyday topics. Can follow more complex classroom instructions. Can participate in simple dialogues. Can express likes and dislikes.
Can read short texts and answer questions about them. Can recognize and understand common signs and notices. Can write short sentences and simple paragraphs. Can describe familiar objects and activities.
Can describe some cultural traditions and holidays in Sweden and Finland. Can compare basic cultural differences and similarities between the two countries.

Can understand conversations on a wider range of topics (e.g., weather, daily routines). Can follow stories and simple narratives. Can engage in longer conversations and express opinions. Can ask for and give directions.

Can read and understand short stories and informational texts. Can identify main ideas and details in texts. Can write short essays and personal letters. Can describe experiences and events in detail.

Can explain cultural practices and their significance in Sweden and Finland. Can discuss the impact of cultural differences on dail