Communication on the Web

Structure Type: Course
Code: KD07BNA110
Type: Free choise
Level: Bachelor
Credits: 2.0 points
Responsible Teacher: Laine, Päivö
Teacher Team: Laine, Päivö
Language of Instruction: English

Learning Outcomes

Students recognize the communicative characteristics of the World Wide Web and be able to assess websites from the viewpoint of communication. They learn to assess and use the WWW as a medium of business communication and develop their skills in web writing. Students will also develop their skills in using (the English) language to involve the user in the interaction process.

Student's Workload

Independent online learning 54 h.

Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses

No previous studies are required.

Contents

- Characteristics of the World Wide Web
- Communicative elements of web-pages
- WWW in business communication
- Communication in electronic commerce
- Characteristics of effective web writing
- Website structures
- Language-specific and cultural aspects

Recommended or Required Reading

Course material is provided by the teacher.

Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

- Distance learning on the Moodle platform
- Independent learning assignments

Assessment Criteria

Will be announced at the beginning of the course.

Assessment Methods

- Attendance
- Assignments
- Final exam

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