Course - Introduction to language and communication in the professions - SKIP3001
SKIP3001 - Introduction to language and communication in the professions
About
New from the academic year 2019/2020
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Home examination
Grade: Letters
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hjemmeeksamen | 100/100 | 3 days |
Course content
This course provides an overview of the field of language and communication in professional practice. Students acquire detailed knowledge of the development of the field, as well as empirical, methodological and theoretical approaches to communication issues at a personal, group and community level. This includes verbal and written communication in professional settings, both in work life and in higher education. On this basis, students are expected to develop the ability to critically reflect on conventional communication advice and methods offered to professionals.
Learning outcome
Candidates who have completed this course will have acquired the following learning outcomes, defined as knowledge, skills and general competence:
Knowledge
The candidate
- has insight into challenges and requirements for disciplinary and interdisciplinary communication in modern work life
- has advanced knowledge of key topics, theories and issues within the field of language and communication in the professions
- has detailed knowledge of the fields scientific roots and characteristics, and is familiar with current research and development work within the discipline
- is able to assess the appropriateness of various approaches to communication challenges in professional practice
Skills
The candidate
- is able to apply scholarly perspectives and concepts in their analysis of specific cases, both independently and in collaboration with others
- is proficient in relevant norms for scientific writing and is able to work independently on knowledge dissemination
- is able to discuss ethical issues that may arise in disciplinary and interdisciplinary communication
General competence
The candidate
- is able to reflect on specific communication challenges and their relevant social and cultural contexts
- is able to analyze and critically assess existing communication advice and techniques in various empirical contexts
- is able to contribute to innovation in research and development work on communication-related issues
Learning methods and activities
This is an introductory course in the Masters Programme in Language and Communication in the Professions. Teaching is both digital and session-based. Student collaboration is central, and groups will be established across backgrounds.
The course will alternate between plenary session work, groups and individual work. Digital collaboration tools are used (for co-writing, digital mind maps, videos for sharing short presentations or offering feedback, digital study groups, digital polls etc.).
The course uses authentic communication issues as a starting point, and students work on these from a practical and problem-solving perspective. Issues might concern written, verbal and digital communication, such as health information online, consultations with users of NAV, collaboration in emergency medical teams, information from authorities, and text quality in professional writing. In addition, we work on various forms of communication training and communication recommendations used in various sectors.
Compulsory assignments
- Compulsory assignments
- Compulsory assignments
Further on evaluation
Form of assessment and grading scale:
Home examination over 7 days: candidates must demonstrate their ability to work on a specific case applying scientific concepts, and their work must reflect depth and independent thinking. In this examination, candidates are also assessed on their proficiency in scientific writing and applying the appropriate referencing standards.
Grading scale: AF.
Compulsory activities:
Participation in writing seminars on the following topics: writing as a tool for reflection and learning, the writing process and collaborative writing, and norms for scientific writing and argumentation.
Group assignment: description and discussion of a chosen communication advice or method. The group will work together digitally between sessions and submit a paper they have written together.
Specific conditions
Admission to a programme of study is required:
Language and Communication in the Professions (MSKIP)
Required previous knowledge
Assumes admission to the Master's program in language and communication in professions
Version: 1
Credits:
15.0 SP
Study level: Second degree level
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: AUTUMN 2019
Language of instruction: Norwegian
Location: Trondheim
- Applied Linguistics
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Language and Literature
Examination
Examination arrangement: Home examination
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
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Autumn
ORD
Hjemme-eksamen
100/100
Release
2019-12-03Submission
2019-12-10
09:00
INSPERA
12:00 -
Room Building Number of candidates -
Spring
UTS
Hjemme-eksamen
100/100
Release
2020-06-03Submission
2020-06-10
09:00
INSPERA
09:00 -
Room Building Number of candidates
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"