Studies in the University of Applied Sciences and in the degree Programme of Physiotherapy
Structure Type:
Course
Code:
KG10AP11
Type:
Compulsory
Level:
Bachelor
Credits:
7.0 points
Responsible Teacher:
Kiili, Riitta
Teacher Team:
Svahn, Tarja ; Pihlaja, Tellervo ; Keskinen, Petri ; Saarikoski, Silja
Language of Instruction:
Finnish
Learning Outcomes
The students will
- be introduced to their learning environment and to their studies in the University of Applied Sciences and to the Degree Programme in Physiotherapy
- know how to take their fellow students into consideration in the student group
- understand how learning is a holistic, life-long process
- be introduced to the theoretical foundation of learning and become prepared for problem-based learning (PBL)
- learn the methods and roles used in PBL
- practise self-directed learning and learning in a group
- learn to use information technology for work and study
- be prepared for online learning
- learn to use library and information services effectively, and
- be familiar with field-related sources of information and learn to seek and apply the information independently.
Student's Workload
Will be announced at the beginning of the course.
Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses
No previous studies are required.
Contents
- Students' role at the University of Applied Sciences
- Students' role in the degree programme and as group members
- Learning theories, life-long learning and prerequisites for learning
- Problem-based learning(PBL)
- Working with information and the tools needed to process information
- Communication and databases, Internet and online services, online learning
- Sources of information and acquiring information
Recommended or Required Reading
Students will receive a reading list.
Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods