TalTech Centre for Language and Communication

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Tallinna Tehnikaülikooli Keelte ja Kommunikatsiooni Keskus on üks juhtivatest ülikoolitasandi keeleõpet korraldavatest üksustest Eestis ning kõrgelt hinnatud nii kodu- kui ka välisriikide kolleegide seas. Keskuse õppejõud on pikaajalise pedagoogilise kogemusega ning kõrgelt kvalifitseeritud oma ala asjatundjad, kes on end pidevalt täiendanud rahvusvahelistes projektides ning koolitusprogrammides.

Keelte ja kommunikatsiooni keskus alustas uue nime all tegevust 1. jaanuaril 2017 TTÜ Majandusteaduskonna dekanaadi koosseisus. Keskuse eelkäijaks oli TTÜ keeltekeskus, mis loodi 1. juulil 1992.a. võõrkeelte lektoraadi ja eesti keele lektoraadi liitmisel. Keelte ja kommunikatsiooni keskuse eesmärgiks on
- Tallinna Tehnikaülikooli keeleõppe korraldamine;
- keeleõppe ning keelealane arendus- ja teadustegevus;
- teadmusteenuste, sh täiendõppeteenuste osutamine. The goal of instruction at the Centre for Language and Communication of TalTech is to grant learners (students, staff and members of the public) sufficient linguistic and communicative proficiency, both in spoken and written modes, that would enable them to follow developments in their professional field and operate effectively in an international environment. The Language Centre of Tallinn University of Technology was founded on 1 July 1992 by merging the Departments of Foreign Languages and the Estonian Language. Starting from 1 January 2017 it is called Centre for Language and Communication and is an administrative unit of the School of Business and Governance. The Centre for Language and Communication is responsible for language studies at TalTech, including further training of the university staff, for development and research activities in the fields of language and language learning and for providing language-related services. The Centre for Language and Communication has attempted to respond to the changes in educational and professional contexts, and the needs for both local and international students and academics to enhance their proficiency of foreign languages to meet those needs.

What does intercultural communication look like in practice?Sometimes it's a conversation on a forest trail. Sometimes i...
05/06/2026

What does intercultural communication look like in practice?

Sometimes it's a conversation on a forest trail. Sometimes it's sharing stories while walking through a bog. Sometimes it's simply spending time together.

Our Intercultural Communication students recently explored Kakerdaja raba, experiencing Estonia's natural beauty while building friendships that cross borders and cultures.

🌿 Learning beyond the classroom.

We recently travelled to Oulu, Finland, to participate in the Communication Skills Workshop 2026, hosted by the Universi...
01/06/2026

We recently travelled to Oulu, Finland, to participate in the Communication Skills Workshop 2026, hosted by the University of Oulu's Centre for Languages and Communication, Lingua.

The international event brought together language and communication professionals from around the world to discuss teaching, learning, and communication in higher education in the age of AI.

We returned home inspired by engaging discussions, fresh ideas, and valuable connections. It was wonderful to meet colleagues from different countries, reconnect with old friends, and explore Oulu together.

A big thank you to the organisers for such a memorable and enriching experience!

Confidence. Communication. Collaboration. Our Public Speaking students wrapped up the term with their final group presen...
20/05/2026

Confidence. Communication. Collaboration.

Our Public Speaking students wrapped up the term with their final group presentations this week. The presentations showcased not only strong speaking skills but also teamwork, creativity, and confidence in sharing ideas with an audience.

We are proud of all the hard work and progress our students have made throughout the term. Well done to everyone involved!

11/05/2026

Today in our Intercultural Communication class, Filippo introduced the Sanremo Music Festival 🎶

We learned about the festival's history and cultural significance and listened to the beautiful Italian song that won this year. A lovely example of how music can share culture, identity, and emotion across languages and borders.

Our Intercultural Communication students have begun presenting their final research projects, a true highlight of the co...
28/04/2026

Our Intercultural Communication students have begun presenting their final research projects, a true highlight of the course. Throughout the semester, they explore topics that interest them while connecting theory with real-world experiences, combining research, critical thinking, and reflection.

This year’s topics include face and politeness in everyday interaction, discrimination in hiring, stereotypes and changing attitudes in new cultural contexts, what shapes intercultural communication, and a comparison of cultural dimensions in the Czech Republic and Estonia.

The presentations are engaging, insightful, and often spark meaningful discussion. We are proud to see our students developing stronger intercultural communication skills.

Yesterday, students explored intercultural communication through a public speaking challenge.Each student prepared a sho...
21/04/2026

Yesterday, students explored intercultural communication through a public speaking challenge.

Each student prepared a short talk on a global topic and adapted it to a specific cultural audience, considering tone, structure, humour, and non-verbal communication.

From expressive storytelling for Brazil to structured, data-driven talks for Germany, students learned how deeply culture shapes communication.

The key takeaway is simple. Communication is not universal. It is contextual.

How do you adapt your communication across cultures?

What makes a visual aid truly effective in a presentation?In our Public Speaking class this week, students explored this...
16/04/2026

What makes a visual aid truly effective in a presentation?

In our Public Speaking class this week, students explored this question through Sasha Luccioni’s TED talk “We’re Doing AI All Wrong”.

Rather than simply identifying “good” or “bad” slides, they took a deeper approach. Students analysed what visuals are trying to achieve, when they support understanding, and when they fall short, and how speakers can either add value to their slides or unintentionally repeat them.

They also considered an important question: what would happen if the talk had no visuals at all?

This activity helped highlight that effective public speaking is not about creating attractive slides, but about making clear and intentional communication choices. Visual aids can simplify complex ideas, but they can also confuse, distract, or even shape how an audience interprets a message.

By learning to analyse these decisions critically, students are developing the skills to design presentations with purpose and impact.

We are proud to see them engaging with communication at this level.

Our Public Speaking students recently delivered special occasion speeches honouring people who have shaped their values,...
14/04/2026

Our Public Speaking students recently delivered special occasion speeches honouring people who have shaped their values, thinking, and outlook.

Some spoke about well-known figures, while others shared deeply personal stories. From heartfelt toasts and creative award speeches to moving tributes and eulogies, each presentation was filled with sincerity, humour, and emotion.

What makes this assignment unique is that students define their own audience. This challenges them to think creatively, take ownership, and strengthen their storytelling skills.

We are proud of their progress and the confidence they have built along the way. 👏

Yesterday, our B2 Estonian group of TalTech international staff delivered presentations in class on their areas of exper...
08/04/2026

Yesterday, our B2 Estonian group of TalTech international staff delivered presentations in class on their areas of expertise, hobbies, and home countries. For many, this was their first time presenting in Estonian.

What stood out most was their progress, dedication, and growing confidence. Reaching this level in a new language takes real commitment, and they did an excellent job.

Well done to everyone involved 👏 Jätkake samas vaimus!

❓ Kas sul on oma liftikõne olemas või peaksid selle alles läbi mõtlema?Aines “Eesti keele suuline ja kirjalik väljendusõ...
06/04/2026

❓ Kas sul on oma liftikõne olemas või peaksid selle alles läbi mõtlema?

Aines “Eesti keele suuline ja kirjalik väljendusõpetus” rääkisime liftikõnest ehk oskusest tutvustada ennast või oma ideed lühidalt, selgelt ja mõjusalt.

Tänapäeva kiires maailmas ei ole kellelgi aega pikki selgitusi kuulata. Just seetõttu on liftikõne eesmärk üks: äratada huvi, et sind tahetaks edasi kuulata.

💡 Hea liftikõne vastab küsimustele:
• Kes ma olen?
• Mida ma oskan ja pakun?
• Mis väärtust ma loon?
• Mida ma tahan, et kuulaja edasi teeks?

👉 Hea liftikõne
✔ on konkreetne ja arusaadav,
✔ keskendub väärtusele, mitte lihtsalt kogemusele,
✔ lõpeb selge kutsega tegutsema.

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