Course - Methodology and English Didactics - MGLU5206
Methodology and English Didactics
Choose study yearThis course is no longer taught and is only available for examination.
About
About the course
Course content
This course focuses on philosophy of science and different research methods in the English subject and their applicability in different contexts. Various research paradigms and the relationship between ontology, epistemology, and choice of research methods will be discussed. During the course, students will begin their own master’s research project. Therefore, students will be assisted in formulating problem statements, establishing theory and locating previous research and related methods. Students will simultaneously start writing their master's thesis with emphasis on the structure and presentation of the thesis as well as proper usage of reference systems.
Learning outcome
Knowledge
The student has
- advanced knowledge about different research paradigms and the relationship between ontological and epistemological perspectives and choice of research methods
- advanced knowledge of characteristics of different research designs and research methods
- advanced knowledge about different methods of data collection and analysis of empirical data
- advanced knowledge about ethical aspects of research
- advanced knowledge about presentation of research
Skills
The student can
- under supervision, formulate research questions that have relevance within English language and literature/culture and subject didactics
- design and carry out independent empirical investigations
- make justified choices regarding methods of data collection and analysis of empirical data
- critically analyze sources (discipline-specific literature and data sets) and use them to structure and formulate disciplinary reasoning
General knowledge
The student can
- outline and justify methodologies as they pertain to the research focus
- analyze relevant problem statements related to the teaching of English in schools
- present results of empirical investigations
- present substantial independent work and master academic language of the English subject and genres
- contribute to new knowledge and innovation processes in the English subject in schools
Learning methods and activities
The course will include lectures, individual and group assignment work, discussions, and oral presentations. All students are expected to contribute actively.
Compulsory assignments
- Obligatory course work according to course description
Further on evaluation
Obligatory assignments
- One oral presentation of one’s own research project
- 75% obligatory attendance for all scheduled teaching
Obligatory assignments are evaluated as "Approved" or "Not Approved".
Obligatory assignments must be approved to take the exam.
Assessment
The individual home exam of 7 days in which students write an article about scientific and/or methodological questions with relevance for their own research projects.
New or postponed exams will be carried out according to current study regulations at NTNU.
Specific conditions
Admission to a programme of study is required:
Primary and Lower Secondary Teacher Education for Years 1-7 (MGLU1-7) - some programmes
Primary and Lower Secondary Teacher Education for Years 5-10 (MGLU5-10) - some programmes
Recommended previous knowledge
Completed English 2 or equivalent.
Required previous knowledge
The candidate must have successfully passed English 1 and completed English 2 to begin Cycle 2 courses. "Passing" is understood as the student completing the course and passing the examination. "Completed" is understood as having all obligatory coursework approved and qualifying the student for the course examination.
Course materials
A syllabus and reading list will be available on the digital learning platform before the course starts.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From |
|---|---|---|
| MGLU5240 | 15 sp | Autumn 2025 |
Subject areas
- English
- Teacher Education