Virtual Experiences in Meetings and Events (5 cr)

Evaluation scale

H-5

Schedule

Spring 2021

Implementation methods, demonstration and Work&Study

Assignments
Active participation
Project work in smaller groups
Moodle exam

Teaching methods and instruction
The learning goals of this course can be reached in the following ways:
Producing and sharing knowledge in groups
Webinars and online lectures
Collaborative learning using suitable online tools
Delivering a working-life project in form of a virtual event

Materials

Blogs, handbooks, webinars, articles

Teaching methods and instruction

The learning goals of this course are reached in the following ways:
• Producing and sharing knowledge in groups
• Webinars and online lectures
• Collaborative learning using suitable online tools
• Testing and learning from small scale virtual events
• Delivering a virtual event for commissioner

Working life connections

In Spring 2021 this course will co-operate with
• Virtual wellbeing event with sales students from HH Pasila Campus
• In addition, there is an opportunity for active students to engage with actors in the Pasila HUB project (Messukeskus, Mall of Tripla, Sokos Hotel Tripla) in creating events connected to circular economy.
Visiting experts from the industry, visits to companies.

Internationality

Possible partners attending or co-producing virtual events

Learning assignments

Orientation assignment: attend a virtual event and present the experience on Flipgrid
Essay on experience design
Development task

Assessment methods

The course is evaluated on a scale excellent (5), very good (4), good (3), satisfactory (2), fair (1), fail (0). The assessment criteria is presented on a scale 1 - 3 - 5.
Assessment criteria - grade 1
The student
• can name basic concepts within the framework of virtual experiences
• is familiar with some basic tools and technologies used in creating virtual experiences
• understands the basics of the experience design
• shows basic skills in hosting and moderating a virtual event
• can with help of the team and supervisors create a virtual event
Assessment criteria - grade 3
The student
• can define and interpret concepts of virtual experiences
• uses basic tools and technologies in creating virtual experiences
• understands the elements of experience design and can implement these in virtual event planning
• shows good skills in hosting and moderating a virtual event
• can quite independently create a virtual event

Assessment criteria - grade 5
The student
• can implement and utilize all key concepts of virtual experiences
• knows a variety of tools and technologies and is able to select the most suitable ones and use these in a professional way
• fully understands the elements of experience design and is able to implement these in an excellent way when creating virtual experiences
• shows excellent skills in hosting and moderating a virtual event
• creates a virtual event in a professional way, mastering both event technology and the creation of a smooth and engaging virtual experience