Russian Areal Studies 1 (5 cr)

Evaluation scale

H-5

Schedule

Tuesdays at 14-16 in 2422 during periods 1.-2.in 2022.
We will discuss our schedule and our meetings with the group on our first lesson.

Implementation methods, demonstration and Work&Study

a)Inquiry learning:
Peer-to-peer learning
Tutorials
Possible company visits
Lectures and workshops
Independent study and teamwork

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.

Assessment of one´s own learning is a compulsory part of each course.

Students with prior language skills in Russian wishing to deepen their Russian skills can take advanced Russian language courses as a part of their free-choice studies.

Intro

Welcome to study the basics of Russian language and regional knowledge of Russian-speaking countries! After completing the course, you will master basic phrases and vocabulary and have a better understanding of Slavic culture and society. Pojehali! Let's go!

Materials

Kafe Piter A1, Alestalo Marjatta, Finn Lectura
and Russian language learning materials in English that are discussed together on our first lesson.
We also use current news and other virtual materials that are linked to our Moodle site.

Teaching methods and instruction

Inquiry learning:
Peer-to-peer learning
Tutorials
Possible company visits
Lectures and workshops
Independent study and teamwork
The assessment of one’s own learning 1 h

Working life connections

Possible company visits and guest lecturers and workshops from different companies and organisations. Even virtual.

Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

At the end of the course 29.11, two re-exams can be taken later on

Internationality

Russian culture, society and economy are an essential part of the module

Completion alternatives

All the deliverables (also oral) and the tests should be done

Learning assignments

Classroom activities
Individual assignments
Teamwork
Final deliverables

Our language themes are: the Cyrillic alphabet, me, my family and my friends, in the city, at a cafe, the clock

Assessment methods

test and deliverables, activity
60% Language Skills - 40% Areal knowledge assignments = the final course grade