Course - Professional Development and Research Methods in English Subject Didactics - SKOLE6266
SKOLE6266 - Professional Development and Research Methods in English Subject Didactics
About
This course is no longer taught and is only available for examination.
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Individual Assignment
Grade: Letter grades
Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
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Individual Assignment | 100/100 |
Course content
The core of this course is to help teachers develop into researchers of education in general and in the English subject in particular, taking the teachers’ reflections around their own experiences as a starting point. The course provides advanced knowledge about qualitative research methods in education, including interviews, classroom studies (observations), case studies and action research. We will work with formulating relevant research questions and finding appropriate methods and theories which can help answering these. The participants will analyze data material and interpret results independently. As a part of the course, the participants will also design and carry out an individual research project at their school and write an assignment which constitutes the final evaluation in the course.
Learning outcome
Knowledge
The student has
- in-depth knowledge about the teachers’ role in competency development in schools
- advanced knowledge about ethical guidelines for research in the humanities and social sciences
- advanced insight into research methods and design in English subject didactics, with a focus on classroom studies (observation), interviews, case studies and action research
- thorough, research-based knowledge about data collection and handling, such as data reduction, transcription and coding
Skills
The student can
- apply knowledge in English and English subject didactics to formulate and find answers to practical and theoretical research questions connected to teaching English in primary school
- plan a research project in English subject didactics by formulating relevant research questions, creating an appropriate research design, reflecting on the use of relevant methods, as well as validity and ethical considerations connected to conducting research in their own school
- carry out a research project by collecting empirical data and handling the data, discussing various perspectives for data analysis, discussing projects and sharing insights from the project in writing and in presentations
General competence
The student can
- evaluate subject relevance in development work and research connected to teaching and learning English
- lead and organize development projects in the English subject at their school
- supervise colleagues in developing the English subject to improve teaching and learning
- critically evaluate challenges connected to the researcher’s position in a school context
Learning methods and activities
The course will take place over one semester with three meetings. Between the meetings, the course presupposes self-study, work with different learning tasks and participation on the learning platform.
Teaching will include lectures, group work and discussions, practical learning activities, oral presentations and written work. A continuous aspect of the course is also the candidates’ own development of academic writing and reading skills.
Active participation is expected throughout the whole study process. All teaching and communication will be in English, and the candidates are expected to use the language actively during the meetings and in written and oral communication with peers and instructors.
Compulsory assignments
- Obligatory coursework according to course description
Further on evaluation
Obligatory activities
The course contains obligatory course activities connected to working with a research and development project at their school. The students submit up to 2 texts in connection with this course activity and participate in up to 2 oral presentations related to their project. Obligatory course activities are assessed as approved/not approved. All obligatory activities must be approved in order to sit for the exam.
Assessment
A written assignment describing an individual research and development project at their school. The assignment is assessed with grades A-F.
Specific conditions
Admission to a programme of study is required:
- (KLSENG-1-7)
Teacher Specialist (MLS)
Required previous knowledge
Completed teacher education for primary grades and the candidate must also have a minimum of 60 credits in English. Moreover, the candidate must have at least 3 years of teaching practice in the subject of English in primary school (grades 1-7).
Candidates who are offered a place in the course must be working as an English teacher during the study period.
Course materials
Information about course materials and reading list will be posted on the digital learning platform.
No
Version: 1
Credits:
15.0 SP
Study level: Further education, higher degree level
Language of instruction: English
Location: Trondheim
- English
- Teacher Education
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Teacher Education
Department with administrative responsibility
Pro-Rector for Education
Examination
Examination arrangement: Individual Assignment
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Spring ORD Individual Assignment 100/100 INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"