Course - Theories of Science and Research Methodology 1-7 (Norwegian L1 Education) - MGLU5201
Theories of Science and Research Methodology 1-7 (Norwegian L1 Education)
Choose study yearThis course is no longer taught and is only available for examination.
About
About the course
Course content
Insight into the theory of science and method is fundamental for understanding, assessing, problematizing and conducting Norwegian didactic research yourself. Norwegian didactic research draws perspectives and approaches from a wide range of subject and research traditions, and this course opens up an opportunity for different types of Norwegian didactic master's theses and prepares candidates for independent work with these. The course involves thinking about and including relevant theory of science, history, philosophy and sociology, and emphasizes the connection between ontology, epistemology, methodology and method. This enables the candidate to make reasoned choices of specific approaches in their own master's projects. The course further contributes with knowledge of the relationship between research, researchers, disciplines and society, and develops the candidates' critical and research ethics sense. The course consists of one common part, and one more specialized part that provides space for in-depth study of relevant methodological topics related to the candidate's own research interests.
Learning outcome
Knowledge -
The Candidate
- Has in-depth knowledge of key development features and discussions in the history of science
- Has in-depth knowledge of various research traditions and scientific theoretical, philosophical, historical and sociological perspectives concerning the Norwegian subject
- Has advanced knowledge of basic methodological reasoning and procedures in Norwegian didactic research
- Has advanced knowledge of concepts and the use of concepts within various research fields and traditions
- Has in-depth knowledge of relevant research ethics issues, principles and guidelines
Skills
The Candidate
- can discuss and reflect on various aspects of research traditions and science paradigms that are relevant in Norwegian research
- can identify and discuss connections between theory of science and method in Norwegian academic research
- can understand, evaluate and problematize own and others' research
- can assess, select and justify relevant methodological approaches in own master's project
General competence
The candidate
- can apply theoretical and methodological insights in new areas
- can assess limitations and possibilities of different methods, in research and profession
- can reflect on ethical issues in research and profession
Learning methods and activities
Lecture, seminar, individual work, group work.
Compulsory assignments
- Obligatory course work according to course description
Further on evaluation
Assessment method and grading scale: Individual home examination over 3 days. Assessment: Pass / fail
Compulsory activities and work requirements: oral presentations and seminar participation in response to fellow students' presentations
All compulsory activities must be approved before the student can sit for the exam
Specific conditions
Admission to a programme of study is required:
Primary and Lower Secondary Teacher Education for Years 1-7 (MGLU1-7) - some programmes
Recommended previous knowledge
Passed 30 credits at master's level in Norwegian didactics or equivalent.
Required previous knowledge
The student must have passed Norwegian 1 and completed Norwegian 2 in order to start courses in cycle 2. Passing is understood as the student having completed and passed the exam in the course. Completed is understood as that all compulsory work requirements in the course have been approved, in other words that the student is ready for the exam.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From |
|---|---|---|
| MGLU5502 | 15 sp | Autumn 2022 |
| MGLU5240 | 15 sp | Autumn 2025 |
Subject areas
- Teacher Education
- Old Norse