Study Guide

Objective

After completing this module, the studentrecognizes the basic concepts of ethicsis aware of forms of inequality and manifestations of discrimination in societyacknowledges relevant mechanisms in intercultural interactionis able to act upon the principle of equality in her/his profession and willing to promote equality in her/his work.

Content

Equality in society, principles of ethics, equality of opportunity in working life.

Location and time

Contact teaching and online studying, learning assignments.
Contact lessons 8 h, independent study 127 h. Student´s workload totally 135 h (5 x 27h).

Thu 23.02.2023 08:00-10:00 E100, Auditorio E100 (UEF, Joensuu)
Wed 03.05.2023 14:00-16:00 E200, Luentosali E200 (UEF, Joensuu)

Materials

Available in the online learning environment.

Teaching methods

After completing this module,
• you are able to recognize the basic concepts of ethics
• you acknowledge relevant mechanisms in intercultural interaction
• you are able to act upon the principle of equality in your profession

The key concepts and theoretical frameworks for intercultural studies
• diversity in groups and in society
• intercultural encounters in professional settings
• written assignments: online assignments


Independent work 131 h consisting of following (to be specified later); reading, written assignments, analysis of material of current interest, web discussions.
The course is implemented by University of Eastern Finland.
Course registration link


The course is taught by University Lecturer Ismo Pellikka ismo.pellikka@uef.fi
Contact person at Karelia UAS: Lecturer Heidi Vartiainen, heidi.vartiainen (a) karelia.fi

Student workload

Contact teaching and online studying, learning assignments.
Contact lessons 8 h, independent study 127 h. Student´s workload totally 135 h (5 x 27h).

Evaluation scale

H-5