Information sheet
Basic information
Languages of learning English , Japanese , Finnish
Grading scale Pass-Fail
Course type Communication and language studies
Course level Other studies
Organiser Centre for Multilingual Academic Communication
Higher education institution University of Jyväskylä
Content and goals
Learning outcomes
After completing the course, the student
recognizes key project management skills such as scheduling, independent work, and teamwork, and has applied these skills in a practical project context.
is able to adapt their communication and language choices to the needs of the target audience, as well as to relevant brand guidelines.
has gained an understanding of the principles of refinement, attention to detail, and the provision of an excellent visitor experience (omotenashi) in a multilingual and multicultural environment, and has applied these principles and skills in a project implemented by students.
Content
In this course, students plan and organize one or more events centered on Japanese culture within a broader event series. The work is carried out in student teams with light guidance from instructors. During the course, students
develop their multilingual communication skills by communicating in Japanese, Finnish, and English for different target audiences.
practice project management through planning, scheduling, and executing events collaboratively.
enhance their teamwork and professional skills, including responsibility sharing, working in multilingual and multicultural teams, and collaborating with companies and other partners (e.g., Toyota, JAL, Cefmof).
Students can influence the scope and level of challenge of the course through their chosen role (e.g., team leader or team member).
Prerequisites
The information has not been given.
Course materials
The information has not been given.
Classification
Fields of study
Fields of education (Ministry of Education and Culture), Humanities
Responsible persons and contact information
Responsible teacher
Akiko Ichinose
akiko.n.ichinose@jyu.fi
Responsible teacher
Jussi Jussila
jussi.j.jussila@jyu.fi
Responsible teacher
Pauliina Takala
a.pauliina.takala@jyu.fi
Responsible organisations
Centre for Multilingual Academic Communication 100 %
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