Course - Writing in the Classroom - ENG6014
Writing in the Classroom
About
About the course
Course content
This is a didactically oriented course in which the following topics are addressed: the development of writing competence within a range of genres, writing to learn, adapted teaching, and assessment.
Learning outcome
Knowledge
The candidate has
- knowledge of writing, and the development of writing proficiency within the subject of English in today's schools
- knowledge of how to respond meaningfully and formatively in an academic setting
Skills
The student can
- engage with relevant sources and materials in his or her own writing
- express him or herself in English, both orally and in writing, suited to the context, purpose, and situation
- contribute to the development of pupils' overall proficiency in English
General competence
The student has
- insight into how to develop own language proficiency through writing
Learning methods and activities
The course is offered online with a duration of approximately 11 weeks, and consists of lectures, each within a given topic. The respective topics will be treated through a written lecture, a short video introduction, relevant readings, and exercises. Students will maintain contact the teacher and peers through a forum and open course blog. Digital tools will be applied in regard to oral presentations and online meetings.
Compulsory work
The course requires the submission of 2-4 extensive obligatory assignments, which will vary in their purpose, form, and content. Smaller assignments such as blog entries and reading responses may also be included. All assignments are evaluated as approved/not approved and will not be part of the final assessment. However, all obligatory course work must be approved in order for the student to be eligible for the exam.
Compulsory assignments
- X
Further on evaluation
Home exam over 3 days. The exam is assessed according to a grade scale A-F, where F is fail. The exam must be answered in English.
Compulsory activities from previous semesters may be approved by the department.
Specific conditions
Admission to a programme of study is required:
Engelsk 2, 8.–13. trinn (KENG2-8-13)
Take Credit 1 (KTC1)
Recommended previous knowledge
Strong reading, writing and oral skills in English.
Required previous knowledge
Requires enrollment in study programme KENG2-8-13 or KTC1
Course materials
Published in Blackboard at the start of the semester.
Subject areas
- English
- Teacher Education
Contact information
Course coordinator
Lecturers
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Teacher Education
Department with administrative responsibility
Examination
Examination
Re-sit examination - Autumn 2025
Home examination
Submission 2025-10-07 Time Release 09:00
Submission 21:00 Duration 3 days Exam system Inspera Assessment