•   Learning Camp 4 – Orientation to thesis writing INS2PO202-3024 23.08.2021-17.12.2021  5   (AB4, ...) +-
    Learning objectives
    The module is a part of professional studies in Porvoo Campus competence-based curriculum. The module advances the following competences: ability to choose a suitable thesis project, and justify relevant research approaches as well as development methods in thesis writing including critical and ethical thinking. Furthermore, Learning Camp 4 strengthens the student’s academic communication skills.
    Starting level and linkage with other courses
    The student has completed the first year of basic studies. The module is a part of professional studies in Porvoo Campus competence-based curriculum.
    Contents
    Orientation to thesis writing
    Finding a thesis project
    The thesis process
    Research and development methods
    Research, diary, portfolio theses and theses of product type
    Ethics in thesis process
    Presentation of research data in reporting
    Thesis assessment criteria
    Literature review
    Categories of literature
    Literature search
    Critical thinking
    Academic English/Finnish/Swedish
    Writing process and techniques
    Grammar, text style and structure
    Assessment criteria
    Assessment criteria - grade 1
    The student has some understanding of how to write a report in an academic way. The student has a vague picture of the thesis process and is able to plan the process with guidance. S/he is able to write a basic knowledge base and apply Haaga-Helia reporting instructions in a limited way. The student has some understanding of the difference between theses of research and product type and the usability of different development methods. The student understands to some extent the importance of ethics in research and development work. S/he has some insights into how a thesis is assessed.
    Assessment criteria - grade 3
    The student is able to write a report in an academic way. The student has a realistic picture of the thesis process and is able to plan the process independently. S/he is able to write an informative knowledge base and is able to apply Haaga-Helia reporting instructions well. The student understands the difference between a thesis of product and research type and the usability of different research and development methods. The student can discuss the importance of ethics in research and development work. S/he has a good insight into how a thesis is assessed and can to some extent apply this insight on an existing thesis.
    Assessment criteria - grade 5
    The student has an extensive view of the thesis process and is able to plan and start the process independently. S/he is able to write an extensive knowledge base with discourse between the sources and is able to follow Haaga-Helia reporting instructions in an excellent way. The student has a real understanding of the difference between a thesis of product and research type. S/he can assess the suitability of different research and development methods and argue for what data collection method could be applied in different projects. The student has a knowledge about the importance of ethics in in research and development work. S/he has a good insight into how a thesis is assessed and can assess an existing thesis bases on the assessment criteria.
    Teaching methods and instruction

    The methods used in the learning activities are plenary lectures and student presentations
    Lectures
    Independent individual study
    Assessment of one’s own learning and peer feedback

    Learning material and recommended literature

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

    Mode of delivery

    Contact teaching

    Working life connections

    -

    Campus

    Porvoo Campus

    Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

    To pass the course, all deliverables must be submitted and graded as passed. Possible exam at the end of the course.

    Teaching language

    English

    Internationality

    International groups.

    Timing

    23.08.2021 - 17.12.2021

    Learning assignments

    Moodle exam Assignments

    Enrollment

    14.06.2021 - 20.08.2021

    Content scheduling

    This implementation will be ran online, will not be recorded and attendance is compulsory.

    Intensive implementation on week 33:
    16AUG from 10am to 12pm
    17AUG from 10am to 12pm
    18AUG from 10am to 12pm
    19AUG from 10am to 12pm
    20AUG from 10am to 12pm

    One weekly session on days:
    25AUG from 12 to 13.45
    01SEP - Self directed study (TBD)
    08SEP from 12 to 13.45
    15SEP from 12 to 13.45
    22SEP from 12 to 13.45
    29SEP from 12 to 13.45

    Groups
    • AB4
    • BLENDED
    Alternative learning methods

    To be agreed with the teacher.

    Teachers

    Miquel AlimbauComas

    Seats

    15 - 25

    Further information

    Assignments
    Moodle exam

    Degree Programme

    ABBA Degree Programme in Aviation Business

    Evaluation scale

    H-5