Course content

English 2, module 1 builds upon English 1 and gives further insight into English subject didactic questions related to the education of young language learners and pupils in upper primary school. The course consists of further developing students' language proficiency and literary competence. The students will further develop their knowledge of linguistic structures, English as a world language, a variety of oral, written and visual texts, as well as historical and cultural issues within the English-speaking world. English 2, module 1 provides more experience with activities and methods that can inspire and promote learning, as well as further insight into choosing and using texts and other learning resources.

Learning outcome

Knowledge

The student has

• extensive knowledge of how children learn a language
• extensive knowledge of multilingualism as a resource in the classroom
• knowledge of English as a world language and what this means for the development of linguistic, communicative, and intercultural competence
• knowledge of society, history and a rich selection of cultural and literary artifacts from the English-speaking world
• knowledge of genres and their central characteristics, as well as norms for academic text production and the responsible use of sources and data protection

Skills

The student can

• use English accurately and functionally for different purposes, both orally and in writing
• plan, lead, and critically evaluate varied and differentiated learning activities, including digital and interdisciplinary ones, which promote in-depth learning and the development of basic skills
• survey and evaluate basic language skills, employ measures for differentiated learning and discover pupils' reading and writing difficulties
• use formative assessment to guide pupils in their English education
• discuss a rich variety of fictional and factual texts

General competence

The student can

• work independently and collaboratively to survey and to differentiate pupils' learning and development
• maintain and develop their language proficiency and subject didactic competence, and contribute to subject development and innovation

Learning methods and activities

The English subject comprises linguistic, cultural and literary components, which are closely linked. The course requires that students understand each component individually and collectively. Active participation is expected throughout the entire study process. Students are required to engage with course content through self-study outside of the organized teaching sessions, and through group work and the digital learning platform. Students will be assessed continuously throughout the course, and they will receive oral and written feedback from course instructors and peers. English will be used for both teaching and communication. Thus, it is expected that students use the language actively during teaching, and in written and oral communication. Further, students are expected to actively use the university library and to prepare for planned teaching. Through process- and product oriented work with assignments and self-assessment of these, in addition to presentations and active participation in the teaching, the students will contribute to, and receive supervision in, the progression of their studies.

Compulsory assignments

• Obligatory course work according to course description

Specific conditions

Recommended previous knowledge

Competent language skills in English (both oral and written) from high school. Approved English 1 (30 credits) or similar.

Course materials

The final reading list will be uploaded onto Blackboard before the start of semester.

Credit reductions