Culture FinlandLaajuus (3 cr)
Code: AV00ET99
Credits
3 op
Teaching language
- English
Objective
Learning about Finland and Finnish culture is easy. But how valuable knowledge obtained from websites is? There are facts – significant ones, but many stereotypes too. Personal touch and opinion are crucial.
This course offers you to learn about Finland with the help of websites but also see Finnish culture from the eyes of the foreigners studying or working here. They are people with different backgrounds and have come to Finland for various reasons. They will tell you what it means to live here. So, enjoy the soft encounter with the Finnish culture.
And what if you are a Finn? You can see your country and culture through the lens of outsider perception. Indeed, you will find something interesting. Probably also help to develop the course.
To sum it up - the course gives you the main characteristics of Finnish society – a brief history, way of life, economic environment and working opportunities. You will learn to identify and describe the new trends in the development of Finnish society and learn about famous Finns and their contribution to the image of Finland worldwide. Share your experience with others and learn from their experience.
Students can:
• define and identify elements in Finnish culture essential for interpersonal communication and communication in the global world
• compare and contrast one’s original cultural values, beliefs, perceptions, and communication styles with the Finnish culture
• recognise negative perceptions and avoid stereotyping
• recognise the patterns in intercultural communication when dealing with institutions and social structures in Finland.
Content
• cultural challenges and interpersonal communication tips
• a brief history of Finland – how it impacts Finnish culture
• social development of Finland, trends, economics, institutions
• studying and working in Finland – authentic views from foreigners presented in the form of podcasts, videos and short stories
Enrollment
04.11.2024 - 14.12.2025
Timing
11.11.2024 - 15.02.2026
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Virtual portion
3 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Open UAS and Continuing education
Campus
Ecampus
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
1 - 100
Degree programmes
- Open University of Applied Sciences
Teachers
- Slaveya Hämäläinen
Groups
-
VV2024-2025Optional studies 2024-2025
-
VV2025-2026Optional studies 2025-2026
Objective
Learning about Finland and Finnish culture is easy. But how valuable knowledge obtained from websites is? There are facts – significant ones, but many stereotypes too. Personal touch and opinion are crucial.
This course offers you to learn about Finland with the help of websites but also see Finnish culture from the eyes of the foreigners studying or working here. They are people with different backgrounds and have come to Finland for various reasons. They will tell you what it means to live here. So, enjoy the soft encounter with the Finnish culture.
And what if you are a Finn? You can see your country and culture through the lens of outsider perception. Indeed, you will find something interesting. Probably also help to develop the course.
To sum it up - the course gives you the main characteristics of Finnish society – a brief history, way of life, economic environment and working opportunities. You will learn to identify and describe the new trends in the development of Finnish society and learn about famous Finns and their contribution to the image of Finland worldwide. Share your experience with others and learn from their experience.
Students can:
• define and identify elements in Finnish culture essential for interpersonal communication and communication in the global world
• compare and contrast one’s original cultural values, beliefs, perceptions, and communication styles with the Finnish culture
• recognise negative perceptions and avoid stereotyping
• recognise the patterns in intercultural communication when dealing with institutions and social structures in Finland.
Content
• cultural challenges and interpersonal communication tips
• a brief history of Finland – how it impacts Finnish culture
• social development of Finland, trends, economics, institutions
• studying and working in Finland – authentic views from foreigners presented in the form of podcasts, videos and short stories
Opiskelumateriaali
All the material is in Learn, and it requires consequent completion of the tasks. The information is divided into sections and you will be able to see the titles but the content will open as soon as you have completed the present section.
Yksilölliset oppimisväylät
Each participant in the course can complete it at their own pace. The course must be completed within 3 months after it has started. There are no additional deadlines in the course.
TKI ja työelämäyhteistyö
One of the course's objectives is to introduce you to the opportunities the Finnish society offers. The course doesn't have imminent implications for RDI cooperation.
Tentit ja muut määräajat
There is one ultimate deadline - the course has to be completed within 3 months after you start it.
There is a short quiz at the end, mainly to give you an idea on what you learned about Finland
Opiskelijan työmäärä
You might need between 45 and 70 hours to complete the course. It very much depends on how much time you want to spend on finding information.
Further information
If you have any questions, please, write to Slaveya - slaveya.hamalainen@xamk.fi
Evaluation scale
Approved/Failed
Assessment methods and criteria
- completion of the individual tasks in Learn - 70%
- end-term quiz - 30%
Approved: min of 70% completion.
Timing
03.09.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Virtual portion
3 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Open UAS and Continuing education
Campus
Ecampus
Teaching languages
- English
Degree programmes
- Open University of Applied Sciences
Teachers
- Slaveya Hämäläinen
Teacher in charge
Slaveya Hämäläinen
Objective
Learning about Finland and Finnish culture is easy. But how valuable knowledge obtained from websites is? There are facts – significant ones, but many stereotypes too. Personal touch and opinion are crucial.
This course offers you to learn about Finland with the help of websites but also see Finnish culture from the eyes of the foreigners studying or working here. They are people with different backgrounds and have come to Finland for various reasons. They will tell you what it means to live here. So, enjoy the soft encounter with the Finnish culture.
And what if you are a Finn? You can see your country and culture through the lens of outsider perception. Indeed, you will find something interesting. Probably also help to develop the course.
To sum it up - the course gives you the main characteristics of Finnish society – a brief history, way of life, economic environment and working opportunities. You will learn to identify and describe the new trends in the development of Finnish society and learn about famous Finns and their contribution to the image of Finland worldwide. Share your experience with others and learn from their experience.
Students can:
• define and identify elements in Finnish culture essential for interpersonal communication and communication in the global world
• compare and contrast one’s original cultural values, beliefs, perceptions, and communication styles with the Finnish culture
• recognise negative perceptions and avoid stereotyping
• recognise the patterns in intercultural communication when dealing with institutions and social structures in Finland.
Content
• cultural challenges and interpersonal communication tips
• a brief history of Finland – how it impacts Finnish culture
• social development of Finland, trends, economics, institutions
• studying and working in Finland – authentic views from foreigners presented in the form of podcasts, videos and short stories
Opiskelumateriaali
All the material is in Learn, and it requires consequent completion of the tasks. The information is divided into sections and you will be able to see the titles but the content will open as soon as you have completed the present section.
Yksilölliset oppimisväylät
Each participant in the course can complete it at their own pace. The course must be completed within 3 months after it has started. There are no additional deadlines in the course.
TKI ja työelämäyhteistyö
One of the course's objectives is to introduce you to the opportunities the Finnish society offers. The course doesn't have imminent implications for RDI cooperation.
Tentit ja muut määräajat
There is one ultimate deadline - the course has to be completed within 3 months after you start it.
There is a short quiz at the end, mainly to give you an idea on what you learned about Finland
Opiskelijan työmäärä
You might need between 45 and 70 hours to complete the course. It very much depends on how much time you want to spend on finding information.
Further information
If you have any questions, please, write to Slaveya - slaveya.hamalainen@xamk.fi
Evaluation scale
Approved/Failed
Assessment methods and criteria
- completion of the individual tasks in Learn - 70%
- end-term quiz - 30%
Approved: min of 70% completion.
Enrollment
06.11.2023 - 13.10.2024
Timing
09.01.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Virtual portion
3 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Open UAS and Continuing education
Campus
Ecampus
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
1 - 100
Degree programmes
- Open University of Applied Sciences
Teachers
- Slaveya Hämäläinen
Groups
-
VV2024-2025Optional studies 2024-2025
-
VV2023-2024Optional studies 2023-2024
Objective
Learning about Finland and Finnish culture is easy. But how valuable knowledge obtained from websites is? There are facts – significant ones, but many stereotypes too. Personal touch and opinion are crucial.
This course offers you to learn about Finland with the help of websites but also see Finnish culture from the eyes of the foreigners studying or working here. They are people with different backgrounds and have come to Finland for various reasons. They will tell you what it means to live here. So, enjoy the soft encounter with the Finnish culture.
And what if you are a Finn? You can see your country and culture through the lens of outsider perception. Indeed, you will find something interesting. Probably also help to develop the course.
To sum it up - the course gives you the main characteristics of Finnish society – a brief history, way of life, economic environment and working opportunities. You will learn to identify and describe the new trends in the development of Finnish society and learn about famous Finns and their contribution to the image of Finland worldwide. Share your experience with others and learn from their experience.
Students can:
• define and identify elements in Finnish culture essential for interpersonal communication and communication in the global world
• compare and contrast one’s original cultural values, beliefs, perceptions, and communication styles with the Finnish culture
• recognise negative perceptions and avoid stereotyping
• recognise the patterns in intercultural communication when dealing with institutions and social structures in Finland.
Content
• cultural challenges and interpersonal communication tips
• a brief history of Finland – how it impacts Finnish culture
• social development of Finland, trends, economics, institutions
• studying and working in Finland – authentic views from foreigners presented in the form of podcasts, videos and short stories
Opiskelumateriaali
All the material is in Learn, and it requires consequent completion of the tasks. The information is divided into sections and you will be able to see the titles but the content will open as soon as you have completed the present section.
Yksilölliset oppimisväylät
Each participant in the course can complete it at their own pace. The course must be completed within 3 months after it has started. There are no additional deadlines in the course.
TKI ja työelämäyhteistyö
One of the course's objectives is to introduce you to the opportunities the Finnish society offers. The course doesn't have imminent implications for RDI cooperation.
Tentit ja muut määräajat
There is one ultimate deadline - the course has to be completed within 3 months after you start it.
There is a short quiz at the end, mainly to give you an idea on what you learned about Finland
Opiskelijan työmäärä
You might need between 45 and 70 hours to complete the course. It very much depends on how much time you want to spend on finding information.
Further information
If you have any questions, please, write to Slaveya - slaveya.hamalainen@xamk.fi
Please, note that all grades for those who have completed the course so far will be registered on 16 June at 16. There will be no grades or approval in the course from 16 June to 6 August.
Evaluation scale
Approved/Failed
Assessment methods and criteria
- completion of the individual tasks in Learn - 70%
- end-term quiz - 30%
Approved: min of 70% completion.
Enrollment
01.01.2023 - 02.01.2023
Timing
01.03.2023 - 10.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Virtual portion
3 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Open UAS and Continuing education
Campus
Ecampus
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
0 - 100
Degree programmes
- Open University of Applied Sciences
Teachers
- Slaveya Hämäläinen
Groups
-
AVOODI2023Avoin AMK, OODI-hanke 2023
Objective
Learning about Finland and Finnish culture is easy. But how valuable knowledge obtained from websites is? There are facts – significant ones, but many stereotypes too. Personal touch and opinion are crucial.
This course offers you to learn about Finland with the help of websites but also see Finnish culture from the eyes of the foreigners studying or working here. They are people with different backgrounds and have come to Finland for various reasons. They will tell you what it means to live here. So, enjoy the soft encounter with the Finnish culture.
And what if you are a Finn? You can see your country and culture through the lens of outsider perception. Indeed, you will find something interesting. Probably also help to develop the course.
To sum it up - the course gives you the main characteristics of Finnish society – a brief history, way of life, economic environment and working opportunities. You will learn to identify and describe the new trends in the development of Finnish society and learn about famous Finns and their contribution to the image of Finland worldwide. Share your experience with others and learn from their experience.
Students can:
• define and identify elements in Finnish culture essential for interpersonal communication and communication in the global world
• compare and contrast one’s original cultural values, beliefs, perceptions, and communication styles with the Finnish culture
• recognise negative perceptions and avoid stereotyping
• recognise the patterns in intercultural communication when dealing with institutions and social structures in Finland.
Content
• cultural challenges and interpersonal communication tips
• a brief history of Finland – how it impacts Finnish culture
• social development of Finland, trends, economics, institutions
• studying and working in Finland – authentic views from foreigners presented in the form of podcasts, videos and short stories
Opiskelumateriaali
All the material is in Learn, and it requires consequent completion of the tasks. The information is divided into sections and you will be able to see the titles but the content will open as soon as you have completed the present section.
Yksilölliset oppimisväylät
Each participant in the course can complete it at their own pace. The course must be completed within 3 months after it has started. There are no additional deadlines in the course.
TKI ja työelämäyhteistyö
One of the course's objectives is to introduce you to the opportunities the Finnish society offers. The course doesn't have imminent implications for RDI cooperation.
Tentit ja muut määräajat
There is one ultimate deadline - the course has to be completed within 3 months after you start it.
There is a short quiz at the end, mainly to give you an idea on what you learned about Finland
Opiskelijan työmäärä
You might need between 45 and 70 hours to complete the course. It very much depends on how much time you want to spend on finding information.
Further information
If you have any questions, please, write to Slaveya - slaveya.hamalainen@xamk.fi
Please, note that all grades for those who have completed the course so far will be registered on 16 June at 16. There will be no grades or approval in the course from 16 June to 6 August.
Evaluation scale
Approved/Failed
Assessment methods and criteria
- completion of the individual tasks in Learn - 70%
- end-term quiz - 30%
Approved: min of 70% completion.
Enrollment
14.03.2023 - 17.09.2023
Timing
01.03.2023 - 10.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Virtual portion
3 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Open UAS and Continuing education
Campus
Ecampus
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
0 - 100
Degree programmes
- Open University of Applied Sciences
Teachers
- Slaveya Hämäläinen
Groups
-
VV2022-2023Optional studies 2022-2023
-
VV2023-2024Optional studies 2023-2024
Objective
Learning about Finland and Finnish culture is easy. But how valuable knowledge obtained from websites is? There are facts – significant ones, but many stereotypes too. Personal touch and opinion are crucial.
This course offers you to learn about Finland with the help of websites but also see Finnish culture from the eyes of the foreigners studying or working here. They are people with different backgrounds and have come to Finland for various reasons. They will tell you what it means to live here. So, enjoy the soft encounter with the Finnish culture.
And what if you are a Finn? You can see your country and culture through the lens of outsider perception. Indeed, you will find something interesting. Probably also help to develop the course.
To sum it up - the course gives you the main characteristics of Finnish society – a brief history, way of life, economic environment and working opportunities. You will learn to identify and describe the new trends in the development of Finnish society and learn about famous Finns and their contribution to the image of Finland worldwide. Share your experience with others and learn from their experience.
Students can:
• define and identify elements in Finnish culture essential for interpersonal communication and communication in the global world
• compare and contrast one’s original cultural values, beliefs, perceptions, and communication styles with the Finnish culture
• recognise negative perceptions and avoid stereotyping
• recognise the patterns in intercultural communication when dealing with institutions and social structures in Finland.
Content
• cultural challenges and interpersonal communication tips
• a brief history of Finland – how it impacts Finnish culture
• social development of Finland, trends, economics, institutions
• studying and working in Finland – authentic views from foreigners presented in the form of podcasts, videos and short stories
Opiskelumateriaali
All the material is in Learn, and it requires consequent completion of the tasks. The information is divided into sections and you will be able to see the titles but the content will open as soon as you have completed the present section.
Yksilölliset oppimisväylät
Each participant in the course can complete it at their own pace. The course must be completed within 3 months after it has started. There are no additional deadlines in the course.
TKI ja työelämäyhteistyö
One of the course's objectives is to introduce you to the opportunities the Finnish society offers. The course doesn't have imminent implications for RDI cooperation.
Tentit ja muut määräajat
There is one ultimate deadline - the course has to be completed within 3 months after you start it.
There is a short quiz at the end, mainly to give you an idea on what you learned about Finland
Opiskelijan työmäärä
You might need between 45 and 70 hours to complete the course. It very much depends on how much time you want to spend on finding information.
Further information
If you have any questions, please, write to Slaveya - slaveya.hamalainen@xamk.fi
Please, note that all grades for those who have completed the course so far will be registered on 16 June at 16. There will be no grades or approval in the course from 16 June to 6 August.
Evaluation scale
Approved/Failed
Assessment methods and criteria
- completion of the individual tasks in Learn - 70%
- end-term quiz - 30%
Approved: min of 70% completion.