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1 ANNEX II ERASMUS INTENSIVE LANGUAGE COURSES ORGANISING INSTITUTION S INFORMATION FORM - INSTITUTION NAME: ADDRESS: COUNTRY: EILC LANGUAGE LEVEL COURSES ORGANISED: WEB SITE TALLINN UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY EHITAJATE TEE 5, TALLINN ESTONIA ESTONIAN LEVEL I (BEGINNER) X NUMBER OF COURSES: 1 DATES: LEVEL II (INTERMEDIATE) NUMBER OF COURSES: DATES: PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL STUDENT EILC APPLICATION FOR OUR EILC SHOULD BE SENT BY TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS: eilc@archimedes.ee STAFF JOB TITLE / NAME CONTACT PERSON FOR EILC MS. MARI PEETS JOB TITLE INTERNATIONAL EXCHANGE COORDINATOR ADDRESS, TELEPHONE, FAX, EHITAJATE TEE 5, TALLINN 19086, ESTONIA TEL: ; FAX: MARI.PEETS@TTU.EE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE LANGUAGE PROGRAMME MS. MALL KULASALU JOB TITLE COORDINATOR OF LANGUAGE PROGRAMS EHITAJATE TEE 5, TALLINN 19086, ESTONIA TEL: ; FAX: MALL.KULASALU@TSEBA.TTU.EE 1

2 PART I: GENERAL INFORMATION DESCRIPTION OF TOWN - SHORT HISTORY AND LOCATION Tallinn is the capital city and main seaport of Estonia. It is located in the north-eastern part of the Baltic Sea region, 80 kilometres south of Helsinki, the capital of Finland. Medieval Tallinn enjoyed a strategic position at the crossroads of trade between Western and Northern Europe and Russia. In 1285 the city became the northernmost member of the Hanseatic League, being one of the most important Hanseatic trading towns. Due to its geographically advantageous location, the town has always been an attractive target for its neighbouring countries. Tallinn capitulated to Imperial Russia in 1710, but the local Baltic German rulers retained their cultural and economical autonomy within the Tsarist Russia. The 19th century brought industrialization of the city and the port kept its importance. On 24 February 1918, Estonia declared its independence from Russia. In February of 1920 a peace treaty was signed with Russia, wherein Russia acknowledged the independence of the Estonian Republic. Tallinn became the capital of the independent Estonia. After World War II, Estonia was occupied by the Soviet Russia and Tallinn became the capital of the Estonian Soviet Socialist Republic. In August 1991, an independent democratic Estonian state was re-established. Tallinn became the capital of an independent country once again. The picturesque old town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the current novelty of the destination attract many tourists and facilities (hotels, restaurants) have developed to meet their needs. English is widely spoken within the tourist areas. Tallinn's population is about More information: - MAIN LOCAL/CULTURAL EVENTS Being the European Capital of Culture 2011, Tallinn offers a wide variety of entertainment with something for everybody. Its theatres and cinemas, concerts, festivals, exhibitions, museums and nightclubs are open year round to the visitors. National Opera s season lasts from August to June. During summer, lots of different open-air performances and concerts are held where classics share the stage with pop and rock culture. More information about different events: Tallinn, Capital of Culture webpage: Concerts: Other cultural events: - HOW TO REACH TOWN (LINKS FROM THE NEAREST AIRPORT, TRAIN OR COACH STATIONS) Arrival by Plane Tallinn is accessible from everywhere in the world by plane. Tallinn Airport is located just 3 km from the city centre. Bus No 2 operates between the airport, the city center and the port from 7.00 until midnight every 20 2

3 minutes, fare 1.50 EUR. Quick and affordable minute taxi ride from the airport to the city centre would cost you approximately 5-8 EUR regardless of the number of passengers or baggage. Most taxis also accept credit cards, so please ask before you take a seat. Tallinn Airport: Arrival by Sea Ferries and high-speed vessels cross the Gulf of Finland several times a day. The travel takes from 1.5 to 4 hours depending on the type of boat. Ferries between Tallinn and Stockholm depart every evening; the trip takes approximately 15 hours. Ferry terminals are located within walking distance from the city center. From the port to the city: Bus No 2 operates between the airport, the city center and the A terminal of the port from 7.00 until midnight every 20 minutes. Taxi from the terminal to the city center costs about 5 Euro. Arrival by Bus International bus lines (Eurolines, Ecolines) connect Tallinn to Berlin, Bremen, Cologne, Kaliningrad, Kaunas, Krakow, Kiev, Munich, Riga, St. Petersburg, Stuttgart, Vilnius and Warszawa. International bus lines arrive at and leave from Tallinn's Central Bus Station, located in the city centre. From the bus station to the city: Take tram No 2 or 4, bus No 17 or 17A - TRANSPORT IN TOWN (BRIEF INFORMATION ON THE MAIN MEANS OF TRANSPORT AVAILABLE) Buses, trolleys and trams operate regularly from 6 to 23 in Tallinn. Bus, trolley and tram tickets can be purchased at newsstands (0.96 Eur) or from the driver (1.6 Eur). You can also by a 10 ticket package for a discounted price of 6.30 Eur from the newsstands called R-Kiosk. Tallinn public transport offers also 1 and 2-hour tickets as well as 1 and 3-day tickets. These tickets can be bought only at newsstands and not from the driver. Electronic devices for registering these tickets are situated at the second door of the vehicle and will print the time and the date of validity on the ticket. information: 3

4 SHORT DESCRIPTION OF THE ORGANISING INSTITUTION Tallinn University of Technology is one of the largest universities of Estonia, providing an interdisciplinary higher education, innovation and technological development. The TUT was founded as an engineering college in 1918 and acquired a university status in It currently has about students and 1750 faculty members. The academic part of the university is organised into 8 faculties, 33 departments and 110 chairs, 1 university research centre, 9 faculty research centres, 9 affiliated institutions and 3 colleges. The TUT offers a wide variety of educational programs, which include both traditional and new fields of modern technology, social sciences and economics. Courses meet high academic standards and give a comprehensive view of each science. University webpage: ACCOMMODATION - SHORT DESCRIPTION OF THE ACCOMMODATION OFFERED (HOTEL, APARTMENTS, STUDENT HALLS, OTHERS; IF THERE ARE COOKING FACILITIES) AND ON THE RENT TO BE PAID PER WEEK During the EILC course, students will be accommodated at the Academic Hostel (11 Akadeemia tee) in Tallinn. The hostel is located on the campus of TUT, in a walking distance from the building where the classes will be held. Students will live in twin-bedded rooms that are equipped with all necessities. There is a kitchen with a stove, sink and microwave per two rooms (for 4 students). The cost for the accommodation is max. 125 EUR per person for the whole period of the course (one night costs 4,80 Eur). More information: MEALS - SHORT DESCRIPTION ON THE SERVICES OFFERED (UNIVERSITY CANTEENS, RESTAURANTS, BARS, OTHERS) The canteen at the TUT provides meals at a good price at lunchtime. There are some cafes and restaurants in the neighbourhood of the hostel and the premises. Students can also use the kitchen facilities in their Hostel rooms to prepare their own meals. RECEPTION OF STUDENTS - MEETING POINT (PLACE, DATE AND TIME OF FIRST MEETING - FOR EACH COURSE WHERE DIFFERENT) August 2, 2011 at 4 p.m. the first meeting takes place at the main lobby of Tallinn University of Technology, at 5 Ehitajate tee. An introductory session with some ice-breaking activities as well as further details of the course will be provided. 4

5 EXTRA MURAL ACTIVITIES - SITE VISITS Walking tour in Tallinn will take the students to Toompea, to the Old Town, Town Hall Square, to Viru Gates, to Fat Margaret, Tall Hermann, Pühavaimu and Niguliste Churches, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, the sightseeing platform of St. Olaf s Church etc. depending on students interest and the weather. Visit to Park Kadriorg, Pirita beach and the song festival grounds. Visit to Rocca al Mare open air history museum Visit to KUMU, the Estonian Museum of Art Visit to Riigikogu, the Parliament of Estonia Visit to the Estonian Television Some out of town trips: Day trip to Tartu by train. Two day trip to the islands of Muhu and Saaremaa. Bicycle trip in Lahemaa National Park. Exact dates of the site visits will be provided upon the students arrival. - SPORTS FACILITIES (SWIMMING, TENNIS, GYMNASIUM; OPENING DAYS AND AVAILABLE INFORMATION) The TUT has its own sports centre that the students are welcome to use in their spare time. The campus is surrounded by parks and recreation areas where walking, jogging, roller skating or bike riding is possible. - ENTERTAINMENT (CINEMA, THEATRE, ETC.; BRIEF INFORMATION ON PLACES AND STUDENT FACILITIES) In Tallinn there is variety of theatres, cinemas, museums, exhibitions, open air activities, night clubs etc. More information: 5

6 Note: where more than one course is organised at each level, this form should be copied and completed for each course COURSE NO: LEVEL: I: Beginner course X II: Intermediate course PART II: COURSE(S) DESCRIPTION FROM... TO... PERIOD: 3 WEEKS AUGUST 2, 2011 AUGUST 23, 2011 LANGUAGE COMPONENT - SHORT DESCRIPTION OF LANGUAGE COMPONENT: OBJECTIVES AND TEACHING METHODS Course objectives 1. To give basic knowledge of the Estonian language and provide basic oral and writing skills. 2. To obtain necessary vocabulary and ability to manage in various everyday situations. 3. To introduce Estonian culture and traditions Methods of Learning - The learner-oriented course is based on communication and takes into account the needs of each student. - Communicative games, conversations and simulations of situations - Learning outside the classroom shopping, asking the way and time, meeting people etc. - Audio-visual materials - Worksheets Basic textbook: Mall Pesti, Helve Ahi: E nagu Eesti, eesti keele õpik algajatele( E as Estonia. Estonian for beginners, Tallinn 2005 Teaching notes compiled by Anu Petermann a lecturer of the Estonian language - SUBJECT-SPECIFIC LANGUAGE ELEMENTS YES NO X (e.g. special modules for students in particular disciplines) IF YES, SPECIFY: - DURATION TOTAL NUMBER OF CLASSES h. 60 HOURS IN CLASSROOM h. 52 6

7 Note: where more than one course is organised at each level, this form should be copied and completed for each course HOURS OF PRACTICE CONVERSATION/LANGUAGE LABORATORY OTHER (PLEASE SPECIFY) 8 h outside classroom (during the trips, at restaurants, shops, in the street etc) In addition to the time spent in the classroom, we ll give students the opportunity to practice topics learned in the classroom in real life situations. Students will be supervised in a shop where they can try making purchases. They will introduce themselves to the staff members of the University, buy tickets on the train going to Tartu. On our field trips, we ll look at the signs and advertisements in the streets, ask for directions, order in restaurants and sing songs in Estonian. During the whole course we ll expect students to write down words they ve learned or noticed outside the classroom so we can discuss them in lessons and learn those that are relevant. - ASSESSMENT (SPECIFY IF THE ASSESSMENT IS MADE BY WRITTEN/ORAL EXAMINATION, ASSIGNMENT, ETC.) At the end of the course, each student will prepare a written project. In the first part of the project, students have to introduce themselves and talk about the country they come from. In the second part, they write things they liked most about the EILC course and Estonia. The project will be illustrated with pictures the students have taken during the course as well as some illustrative materials about their home countries. The students will present their projects orally to their fellow students. The final grade will consist of three parts the written project, the oral presentation and the overall participation in the course activities. COURSE FACILITIES - TEACHING AIDS X AUDIO/VIDEO MATERIALS COMPUTER/SOFTWARE X HANDOUTS/PRINTED TEXTS TRANSPARENCIES X OTHER : (SPECIFY) DICTIONARIES - LIBRARY YES X NO IF YES, SPECIFY: TIMES OPENING DAYS MONDAY-FRIDAY ADDRESS EHITAJATE TEE 5 7

8 Note: where more than one course is organised at each level, this form should be copied and completed for each course - LANGUAGE LABORATORY YES NO X IF YES, SPECIFY: TIMES OPENING DAYS ADDRESS COST CULTURAL COMPONENT - SHORT DESCRIPTION OF THE CULTURAL ELEMENTS INCLUDED IN THE COURSE: OBJECTIVES AND TEACHING METHODS Cultural component is included in the language classes and also in sight visits and trips. Students attention is drawn to cultural issues during sightseeing trips, museums, learning outside the classroom and meeting Estonian students etc. In case of interest, special events will be organised. - DURATION TOTAL HOURS OF ACTIVITIES h. 20 TEACHERS AND SUPPORT STAFF XTEACHERS 2 X ADMINISTRATORS 1 X STUDENTS 2 NUMBER OF...: 8