Course - Programming in school - LÆR2003
Programming in school
About
About the course
Course content
The course deals with teaching and learning related to different school subjects where programming is included as a way of working and learning goals. Most examples will come from mathematics and science. The course provides a basis for planning, implementing, assessing and reflecting on teaching. Analyzing and seeing connections between different perspectives, theories and research studies are included as learning objectives for the course.
Learning outcome
Knowledge
At the end of the term, the student
- knows the structure of programs written in programming environments relevant for schools.
- can explain how a range of programming techniques can improve and make code more effective.
- can explain the components of Computational Thinking and relate them to teaching.
Skills
At the end of the term, the student
- is fluent in the use of loops, variables, statements and functions in the programming languages considered in the course.
- can develop and test simple programs and algorithms in a variety of programming languages relevant for schools.
- can plan, implement and reflect on learning and teaching, based on research and experience-based knowledge and theory about teaching in school topics with programming.
- can evaluate program code included in simple technological systems, understand the degree of difficulty, scope, and suitability in a teaching situation.
General competence
At the end of the term, the student
- can analyze curricula and contribute to the development of local plans as a basis for planning, implementation and assessment in teaching
Learning methods and activities
Emphasis is placed on various forms of work. Students will early on meet assignments that require them to familiarize themselves with the programming tools in the course. The teaching will be a blend of online lectures, flipped classroom sequences and campus seminar. Students will develop and prepare teaching sessions with programming technolgies.
Compulsory assignments
- Compulsory activity according to the course description
Further on evaluation
Up to six compulsory coursework requirements will be given in the course.All compulsory coursework must be approved before the final assessment can take place.The compulsory requirements consist of:
- Multiple-choice tests
- Programming assignments involving block-based programming, text-based programming, and possibly the use of technologies such as Micro:bit.
Students may be assessed, assigned coursework, and required to attend sessions related to cross-disciplinary topics.
In the case of a postponed examination, the form of assessment may be changed to an oral and/or practical exam.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From |
|---|---|---|
| IT6203 | 7.5 sp | Autumn 2021 |
| IT6204 | 7.5 sp | Autumn 2021 |
Subject areas
- Pedagogical knowledge