Introduction to Academic Skills and Interaction, 2 ECTS
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Join our introductory course to get a great start to your university studies in Vaasa! You will develop your academic learning and communication skills in a Finnish context, helping to make your transition smoother. The Introduction to Academic Skills and Interaction (IASI) is offered by the Language Centre Linginno at the University of Vaasa.
The intensive course consists of 5 lessons, delivered either online or on campus, with a total workload of 54 hours. The first IASI group begins in August (full schedule below). Please register by 1 August here: https://link.webropolsurveys.com/S/87A7F7A2D78DDFAF. We recommend registering early to secure your place. Additional IASI courses will be available throughout the academic year, starting in September, and you can register for these once you arrive in Vaasa.
Content
You will build written and spoken academic communication skills, such as analysing, commenting, presenting, and summarising. Through group work, you will practice using key interaction skills, including constructive feedback. You will learn to apply referencing practices in accordance with the university’s writing guidelines. You will also evaluate the use of AI applications in academic contexts from an ethical perspective.
Schedule
When?
Lessons:
1.Tuesday, 11 August at 13:00–14:30 EEST
(local Finnish time)
2.Friday, 14 August, 13:00–14:30
3.Tuesday, 18 August, 13:00–14:30 4.Friday, 21 August, 13:00–14:30 5.Tuesday, 25 August, 13:00–14:30
Where?
Online on Zoom
For more information:
University Teacher Jennifer Connolly
jconnoll@uwasa.fi