Finnish Language and Culture 1 - Study guide

After successfully completing the course, the student
* can introduce oneself, give basic information about oneself and ask simple questions
* can understand and use basic expressions and simple sentences in routine everyday situation
* is able to deal with some everyday social situations and handle simple shopping situations
* is aware of the basic characteristics of the Finnish language, culture and habits
* is able to use the surrounding language environment to develop one’s language skills.
The student is able to express her/himself both in writing and orally in Finnish at the proficiency level of the course.
The target level on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages CEFR is A1.

No prerequisites.

• basics of pronunciation
• greetings
• numbers and time expressions
• family
• weather
• everyday life
• basic structures and vocabulary for everyday needs

When the implementation type of the course is CONTACT, ONLINE or BLENDED it is required that the student is present during those teaching hours that are marked in the study schedule. If you are absent more than 25 %, your grade will be lowered by one. If you are absent more than 50 %, the course is failed.

(Min. 40% competence level)
Developmental competence

Knowledge: Your knowledge of the language is satisfactory in view of the projected learning outcomes of the course.

Skills: Your skills allow you to complete the given tasks and assignments with assistance. You need to develop how to apply your knowledge.

Competence: In view of the projected learning outcomes, you have a basic knowledge of the language and you demonstrate a limited ability to apply your skills, but you have difficulty to manage without assistance.

(Min. 70% competence level)
Functionally proficient

Knowledge: Your knowledge of the language is good in view of the projected learning outcomes of the course.

Skills: Your skills allow you complete the given tasks and assignments independently. You are able to apply your knowledge in practical situations, considering the projected learning outcomes of the course. You can critique your own abilities and identify ways to improve.

Competence: In view of the projected learning outcomes, you have a basic to good knowledge of the language and you demonstrate sufficient ability to apply your skills. You can perform independently, but you have some challenges in passing on your skills and knowledge to others. You have an interest in professional development.

(Min. 90% competence level)
Mastery

Knowledge: Your knowledge of the language is excellent in view of the projected learning outcomes of the course.

Skills; Your skills allow you to apply your knowledge in demanding situations, considering the projected learning outcomes of the course. You can independently find ways to develop your skills and to cope in spontaneous situations.

Competence: In view of the projected learning outcomes, you have detailed and explicit knowledge in the language and you apply your skills with natural proficiency. You can perform independently and you are also able and actively willing to help others develop and pass on your skills. You have an attitude of continuous professional development.

Coordinating teacher: Laura Uusitalo

Contact course.
- discussion and oral presentation
- reading and written assignments
- individual and group exercises
- quizzes and tests

Suomen mestari 1. New edition! Finn Lectura. Chapters 1 – 5.

ISBN/GTIN: 978-951-1-33423-1

Additional material provided by the teacher.

This is your first step to get important language skills. It is difficult to find a job in Finland without knowing any Finnish.

Pasila Campus

- First supervised written assignment ("midterm test") on ... at Pasila Campus.
- Second supervised written assignment ("final test") on ... at Pasila Campus.

- Students, who want to improve their grade after the course, can take a re-test. You have two attempts within half a year after the course has ended. Ask your teacher for the dates.

English

The course is conducted in BBA programs with a mix of international students. Also, the Finnish language and culture taught in the course will expand your knowledge of internationality.

28.08.2023 - 15.12.2023

- daily quizzes and exercises in class - two bigger, supervised, written assignments

14.08.2023 - 25.08.2023

- contact classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 14:00 - 15:30 in Pasila campus.
- See the Moodle for exact places. The classes are planned to be in classroom PA/1005 in the first period, and in classroom PA/ ... and PA/... in the second period.

IBE1PA3
IBE1PA2
CONTACT
IBE1PA1

If you already have skills and competences matching the goals of this course, you can show them through demonstration in the beginning of each semester. Ask the teacher of the course. More information https://www.haaga-helia.fi/en/recognition-learning

RPL days in autumn 2023: Monday the 21st of August at 16:00, Tuesday the 22nd of August at 14:00 and Wednesday the 23rd of August at 17:30.

More information in August 2023.

You don't have to enroll in these tests.

Pia Mattila

15 - 40

- continuous assessment in class, based on your skills shown in oral and written exercises and on your results in daily quizzes and homework. 30 %
- two supervised written assignments 70 %

INTBBA International Business

0.00 cr

H-5