Study Guide

Objectives (course unit)

Student
- can pronounce Finnish well
- will have the courage to use the language at his/her own level outside classroom to get the information passed
- will be able to describe the environment
- can communicate and understand simple speech and messages concerning everyday things in Finnish
- will be motivated to study health care related language
- can understand simple texts with standard vocabulary and terminology
- can write short texts and descriptions of familiar things and events
- can actively use Finnish language in everyday situations, for example in service transaction situations and in health care

Content (course unit)

- developing awareness of different text types by using example texts
- utilizing target language environment in different communication situations
- reading, listening and communication strategies, for example by using euphemisms
- key language structures
- professional vocabulary and terminology
- communication situations in nursing field

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

The student has completed all course assignments acceptably. The student can explain the contents mentioned in the goals of the course, but the expression is concise and there are structural errors. The student can maintain short discussions in Finnish. The pronunciation of the words is still inadequate.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

The student will study Finnish language actively and will complete course assignments within given timeframes. The student can take part in short discussions well which are part of the course. The student can write short messages related to the environment and future profession.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

The student has a positive and active attitude towards language learning. The student pronounces Finnish clearly and knows how to use appropriate, alternative expressions in everyday interaction. The student is able to form grammatically correct sentences. The student can take part in discussions, by explaining, asking and answering questions and he/she can manage topics studied during the course. The student can write descriptions or reviews and utilize words and expressions learnt during the course in new contexts.

Location and time

On the course we have meetings two or one times a week. The most of Meetings are 3 h and in classroom. Some meetings are 2h and these are for group working, listening comprehensions and etc.

Lessons start on week 6, on Thursday 12 th at 12.30.

Time and place might vary, see schedule.

Some changes to the schedules may occur because the teaching of another course still needs to be added to the teacher's calendar.

Exam schedules

Written exam on Wednesday 19.4. klo 9.15 - 11.45
About Speaking part you get information later.

Assessment methods and criteria

The evaluation will be mainly based on the final exam (written part + speaking part). In unclear cases, the mid exam and overall course participation can either increase or decrease the grade.

- Other course work can have a positive, negative, or neutral affect on the evaluation.

Assessment scale

0-5

Teaching methods

Mainly classroom teaching and maybe some online meetings.
Course assignments.
The Final Exam (Written and speaking parts)
Mid term exam for training

We practice speaking, listening comprehension, writing, and reading. We will focus on active language use and comprehension. Also some occupational language for presentation for the Course of Internal Medication and Palliative Nursing.

Learning materials

The coursebook Suomen mestari continues, chapters 6-9 + teachers material.

Student workload

- 3 -5 hour meeting per week.
- 2-3 hours of independent working.
- Exams.

Content scheduling

-

Completion alternatives

Not available

Practical training and working life cooperation

In this Finnish course we co-operate with course Nursing Care of Internal Medicine and Palliative Care. Students can use some time and get guidance for presentation in this occupational course.

International connections

This course is aimed for international Nursing students.

Further information

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Assessment criteria - satisfactory (1-2) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

The student has completed all course assignments acceptably. The student can explain the contents mentioned in the goals of the course, but the expression is concise and there are structural errors. The student can maintain short discussions in Finnish. The pronunciation of the words is still inadequate.

Assessment criteria - good (3-4) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

The student will study Finnish language actively and will complete course assignments within given timeframes. The student can take part in short discussions well which are part of the course. The student can write short messages related to the environment and future profession.

Assessment criteria - excellent (5) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

The student has a positive and active attitude towards language learning. The student pronounces Finnish clearly and knows how to use appropriate, alternative expressions in everyday interaction. The student is able to form grammatically correct sentences. The student can take part in discussions, by explaining, asking and answering questions and he/she can manage topics studied during the course. The student can write descriptions or reviews and utilize words and expressions learnt during the course in new contexts.

Objectives (course unit)

Student
- can pronounce Finnish well
- will have the courage to use the language at his/her own level outside classroom to get the information passed
- will be able to describe the environment
- can communicate and understand simple speech and messages concerning everyday things in Finnish
- will be motivated to study health care related language
- can understand simple texts with standard vocabulary and terminology
- can write short texts and descriptions of familiar things and events
- can actively use Finnish language in everyday situations, for example in service transaction situations and in health care

Content (course unit)

- developing awareness of different text types by using example texts
- utilizing target language environment in different communication situations
- reading, listening and communication strategies, for example by using euphemisms
- key language structures
- professional vocabulary and terminology
- communication situations in nursing field

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

The student has completed all course assignments acceptably. The student can explain the contents mentioned in the goals of the course, but the expression is concise and there are structural errors. The student can maintain short discussions in Finnish. The pronunciation of the words is still inadequate.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

The student will study Finnish language actively and will complete course assignments within given timeframes. The student can take part in short discussions well which are part of the course. The student can write short messages related to the environment and future profession.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

The student has a positive and active attitude towards language learning. The student pronounces Finnish clearly and knows how to use appropriate, alternative expressions in everyday interaction. The student is able to form grammatically correct sentences. The student can take part in discussions, by explaining, asking and answering questions and he/she can manage topics studied during the course. The student can write descriptions or reviews and utilize words and expressions learnt during the course in new contexts.

Location and time

The meeting time and place will change each week. Please, check out the schedule of each week in advance.

Exam schedules

Written exam will be held on 23rd of November. If needed, you can attend a renewal exam on Dec 1st.

In addition to this, you should attend the spoken exam on one of the following days:
25th of November
29th of November

Assessment methods and criteria

The student will be evaluated based on the following course work:
- the spoken exam (a simulated patient discussion, 40 % weight)
- the written exam ("listen and write" exam, 30 % weight)
- the average of language test scores and homework activity (30 % weight)

In addition to this, the student should be available and present at least 80 % of the classroom time and 100 % of the exam time.

Assessment scale

0-5

Teaching methods

You will have classroom meetings, homework exercises, language tests, and a final exam in the course. You will practice vocabularly, grammar, speaking, listening comprehension, reading, and writing.

The goal is to extend your knowledge in basic Finnish, and also provide a rudimentary basis for professional language use in the nursing field.

N.B.! The course is not available for students outside the preselected groups. If you are looking for a Finnish course, and do not know where to find one, I recommend that you will contact Ella Hakala (ella.hakala@tuni.fi).

Learning materials

Your teacher will provide the study material.

If you have an access to Suomen mestari 1, you can use it in the course. However, the use of a book is not required.

Student workload

Not available.

Content scheduling

Not available.

Completion alternatives

Not available.

Practical training and working life cooperation

Not available.

International connections

Not available.

Further information

Not available.

Assessment criteria - fail (0) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

You face the risk of failing the course in the following situations:

- You do not reach the minimum success level (30 %) in the course work.
- You miss a few too many classroom meetings, and do not ask for compensatory work.
- You miss so many classroom meetings that your participation can not be accepted anymore.
- You try and attend classroom meetings but cause too much disturbance to be there.
- You miss one or both exams without notifying the teacher.

You will automatically fail the course if you have too many absences, and can not showcase at least grade 4 level of success in the exam. In other cases, the teacher will evaluated on an individual basis what will happen to the student's course participation.

Assessment criteria - satisfactory (1-2) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

The criteria for grade 2: 45-59 % success level in the course work
The criteria for grade 1: 30-44 % success level in the course work

In practice, this means that the student is able to showcase following skills on a rather advanced or at least rudimentary level:

- The students know how to describe health symptoms and background factors, and how to ask questions about them.
- The student is able to describe what, where, and when something happened.
- The student is able to comprehend basic depictions of health-related events and symptoms.
- The student is able to demonstrate their knowledge of Finnish grammar, vocabulary, and language conventions in both the final exam and earlier language tests.

Assessment criteria - good (3-4) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

The criteria for grade 4: 75-89 % success level in the course work
The criteria for grade 3: 60-74 % success level in the course work

In practice, this means that the student is able to showcase following skills on a rather advanced or at least rudimentary level:

- The students know how to describe health symptoms and background factors, and how to ask questions about them.
- The student is able to describe what, where, and when something happened.
- The student is able to comprehend basic depictions of health-related events and symptoms.
- The student is able to demonstrate their knowledge of Finnish grammar, vocabulary, and language conventions in both the final exam and earlier language tests.

Assessment criteria - excellent (5) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

The criteria for grade 5: 90-100 % success level in the course work

In practice, this means that the student is able to showcase following skills on an advanced level:

- The students know how to describe health symptoms and background factors, and how to ask questions about them.
- The student is able to describe what, where, and when something happened.
- The student is able to comprehend basic depictions of health-related events and symptoms.
- The student is able to demonstrate their knowledge of Finnish grammar, vocabulary, and language conventions in both the final exam and earlier language tests.

Objectives (course unit)

Student
- can pronounce Finnish well
- will have the courage to use the language at his/her own level outside classroom to get the information passed
- will be able to describe the environment
- can communicate and understand simple speech and messages concerning everyday things in Finnish
- will be motivated to study health care related language
- can understand simple texts with standard vocabulary and terminology
- can write short texts and descriptions of familiar things and events
- can actively use Finnish language in everyday situations, for example in service transaction situations and in health care

Content (course unit)

- developing awareness of different text types by using example texts
- utilizing target language environment in different communication situations
- reading, listening and communication strategies, for example by using euphemisms
- key language structures
- professional vocabulary and terminology
- communication situations in nursing field

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

The student has completed all course assignments acceptably. The student can explain the contents mentioned in the goals of the course, but the expression is concise and there are structural errors. The student can maintain short discussions in Finnish. The pronunciation of the words is still inadequate.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

The student will study Finnish language actively and will complete course assignments within given timeframes. The student can take part in short discussions well which are part of the course. The student can write short messages related to the environment and future profession.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

The student has a positive and active attitude towards language learning. The student pronounces Finnish clearly and knows how to use appropriate, alternative expressions in everyday interaction. The student is able to form grammatically correct sentences. The student can take part in discussions, by explaining, asking and answering questions and he/she can manage topics studied during the course. The student can write descriptions or reviews and utilize words and expressions learnt during the course in new contexts.

Location and time

The meeting time and place will change each week. I advice that you check out the schedule of each in advance.

Exam schedules

Written exam will be held on 23rd of November.

In addition to this, you should attend the spoken exam on one of the following days:
28th of November
29th of November
30th of November

Assessment methods and criteria

The student will be evaluated based on the following course work:
- the spoken exam (a simulated patient discussion, 45 % weight)
- the written exam ("listen and write" exam, 35 % weight)
- the average of language test scores (20 % weight)

In addition to this, the student should be available and present at least 80 % of the classroom time. If the student misses more than 80 % of the classroom time but is able to reach grade 4 level in the overall course evaluation, the attendance requirement will not be taken into account.

Assessment scale

0-5

Teaching methods

You will have classroom meetings, home exercises, language tests, and a final exam in the course. You will practice vocabularly, grammar, speaking, listening comprehension, reading, and writing.

The goal is to extend your knowledge in basic Finnish, and also provide a rudimentary basis for professional language use in the nursing field.

N.B.! The course is only available for 22NURFILTOP students. If you are looking for a Finnish course, and do not know where to find one, I recommend that you will contact Ella Hakala (ella.hakala@tuni.fi).

Learning materials

Your teacher will provide the study material.

If you have an access to Suomen mestari 1 and Suomen mestari 2, you can use them in the course. However, the use of books is not required.

Student workload

You should prepare for 3-6 hours of classroom work and 2-4 hours of home work each week.

Content scheduling

We will have first meetings in August, and continue the course in late October.

Completion alternatives

Not available.

Practical training and working life cooperation

Not available.

International connections

Not available.

Further information

Not available.

Assessment criteria - fail (0) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

The student fails to meet the minimum success level in the course work.

Alternatively, the student has missed too many course meetings, and has not compensated for their absence by asking for compensatory study material or reaching the grade 4 level of success in the course work.

Assessment criteria - satisfactory (1-2) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

The criteria for grade 2: 45-59 % success level in the course work
The criteria for grade 1: 30-44 % success level in the course work

In practice, this means that the student is able to showcase following skills on a rather advanced or at least rudimentary level:

- The students know how to describe health symptoms and background factors, and how to ask questions about them.
- The student is able to describe what, where, and when something happened.
- The student is able to comprehend basic depictions of health-related events and symptoms.
- The student is able to demonstrate their knowledge of Finnish grammar, vocabulary, and language conventions in both the final exam and earlier language tests.

Assessment criteria - good (3-4) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

The criteria for grade 4: 75-89 % success level in the course work
The criteria for grade 3: 60-74 % success level in the course work

In practice, this means that the student is able to showcase following skills on a rather advanced or at least rudimentary level:

- The students know how to describe health symptoms and background factors, and how to ask questions about them.
- The student is able to describe what, where, and when something happened.
- The student is able to comprehend basic depictions of health-related events and symptoms.
- The student is able to demonstrate their knowledge of Finnish grammar, vocabulary, and language conventions in both the final exam and earlier language tests.

Assessment criteria - excellent (5) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

The criteria for grade 5: 90-100 % success level in the course work

In practice, this means that the student is able to showcase following skills on an advanced level:

- The students know how to describe health symptoms and background factors, and how to ask questions about them.
- The student is able to describe what, where, and when something happened.
- The student is able to comprehend basic depictions of health-related events and symptoms.
- The student is able to demonstrate their knowledge of Finnish grammar, vocabulary, and language conventions in both the final exam and earlier language tests.

Objectives (course unit)

Student
- can pronounce Finnish well
- will have the courage to use the language at his/her own level outside classroom to get the information passed
- will be able to describe the environment
- can communicate and understand simple speech and messages concerning everyday things in Finnish
- will be motivated to study health care related language
- can understand simple texts with standard vocabulary and terminology
- can write short texts and descriptions of familiar things and events
- can actively use Finnish language in everyday situations, for example in service transaction situations and in health care

Content (course unit)

- developing awareness of different text types by using example texts
- utilizing target language environment in different communication situations
- reading, listening and communication strategies, for example by using euphemisms
- key language structures
- professional vocabulary and terminology
- communication situations in nursing field

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

The student has completed all course assignments acceptably. The student can explain the contents mentioned in the goals of the course, but the expression is concise and there are structural errors. The student can maintain short discussions in Finnish. The pronunciation of the words is still inadequate.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

The student will study Finnish language actively and will complete course assignments within given timeframes. The student can take part in short discussions well which are part of the course. The student can write short messages related to the environment and future profession.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

The student has a positive and active attitude towards language learning. The student pronounces Finnish clearly and knows how to use appropriate, alternative expressions in everyday interaction. The student is able to form grammatically correct sentences. The student can take part in discussions, by explaining, asking and answering questions and he/she can manage topics studied during the course. The student can write descriptions or reviews and utilize words and expressions learnt during the course in new contexts.

Location and time

Meeting time and place change weekly. Please, check your calendar.

Exam schedules

The mid exam
- The chat: You need to attend one 15 minute meeting in one of the available slots on Tuesday, April 19th or Wednesday, April 20th.

The final exam
- The written part: Monday 23th (from 10 AM to 12 PM, for everyone)
- The nursing simulation: Tuesday 24th (from 10 AM to 4 PM, around 20 min. per a group)

Assessment methods and criteria

The evaluation will be mainly based on the final exam (written part + nursing simulation). In unclear cases, the mid exam and overall course participation can either increase or decrease the grade.

Weight of the evaluation:
- The nursing simulation has 60 % weight on the evaluation.
- The written exam has 40 % weight on the evaluation.
- Other course work can have a positive, negative, or neutral affect on the evaluation.

For example:
The student receives the grade 3,5 in the exam. The student has done their course work very diligently, and showed active participation already before the exam. Student's course grade will be 4.

The student receives the grade 3,5 in the exam. It has been a bit difficult to co-operate with the student, and they also failed to sow their knowledge in the mid exam. Student's course grade will be 3.

Assessment scale

0-5

Teaching methods

- Meetings.
- Homework.
- Exams.

We practice both speaking, writing, speech comprehension, and reading.

Learning materials

Suomen mestari 1 (provided by TAMK) + teacher's material in OneDrive

Student workload

- A 2-3 hour meeting per week.
- 2-3 hours of independent working.
- Exams.

In order to pass the course, the student needs to attend at least the final exam. Other type of attendance is not supervised but can have a decreasing effect on the evaluation.

Content scheduling

We will discuss this in the beginning of the course.

Completion alternatives

Not available.

Practical training and working life cooperation

Not available.

International connections

Not available.

Assessment criteria - fail (0) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Less than 30 % success in the course work (exam + other work).

In practise, grade 0 participation can look something like this:

Nursing simulation:
Student does not attend in the simulation or fails to show adequate Finnish proficiency in the simulation.

Written exam:
Student does not attend in the simulation or fails to show adequate Finnish proficiency in the simulation.

Other course work:
Student shows very little participation in the meetings and the mid exam.

Assessment criteria - satisfactory (1-2) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Grade 1: 30-45 % success in the course work (exam + other work).
Grade 2: 45-60 % success in the course work (exam + other work).

In practise, grade 1-2 participation can look something like this:

Nursing simulation:
Student attends the simulation, and is able to use Finnish on a rudimentary level. However, student has hard time showcasing Finnish skills beyond the Finnish 1 level.

Written exam:
Student attends the written exam, and is able to use Finnish on a rudimentary level. However, student has hard time showcasing Finnish skills beyond the Finnish 1 level.

Other course work:
Student takes part in the course work (e.g., the mid exam). However, student has difficulties with attending the meetings and showcasing active participation in the exercises.

Assessment criteria - good (3-4) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Grade 3: 60-75 % success in the course work (exam + other work).
Grade 2: 75-90 % success in the course work (exam + other work).

In practise, grade 3-4 participation can look something like this:

Nursing simulation:
Student attends the simulation, and is able to use Finnish on an advanced basic level. However, student might have recurring problems with fluency, pronunciation, grammar, or other aspect of language use.

Written exam:
Student attends the simulation, and is able to use Finnish on an advanced basic level. However, student might have recurring problems with fluency, spelling, grammar, or other aspect of language use.

Other course work:
Student takes part in the course work (e.g., the mid exam). Student does not have any major issues with participation.

Assessment criteria - excellent (5) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Grade 5: Over 90 % success in the course work (exam + other work).

In practise, grade 5 participation can look something like this:

Nursing simulation:
Student attends the simulation, and is able to use Finnish on an advanced basic level. Student does not have any major issues with the language use, and is able to express their thoughts and actions in a comprehensible, natural-sounding way.

Written exam:
Student attends the written exam, and is able to use Finnish on an advanced basic level. Student does not have any major issues with the language use, and is able to express their thoughts in a comprehensible, natural-sounding way.

Other course work:
Student takes part in the course work (e.g., the mid exam). Student shows active participation and engagement in the course work.