Course content

The course deals with adults' conditions for learning in working life, education, and society through analyses of the importance of learning for the individual, for companies, organisations and society. Conditions for learning is elucidated through perspectives, theories and models. These contribute with various frameworks that are used to understand and analyse conditions for learning. The frameworks elucidate conditions for learning through analyses of knowledge sharing in the workplace, the use of digital technology, motivation and learning, as well as reflection and the importance of experience. By developing a portfolio the student will work with relevant issues concerning conditions for learning and follow the different stages of a research process. This involves training of an analytical approach to practical situations in working life, education and society. When developing a portfolio the student will also practice reflection by using perspectives, theories and models.

Learning outcome

A student who has completed the course is expected to have achieved the following learning outcomes, defined in knowledge, skills and general competence:

Knowledge:

• has knowledge of perspectives, theories and models that elucidate conditions for learning in working life and society.

Skills:

• is able to communicate about academic issues and analyzes of conditions for learning in working life, education and society.
• can use perspectives, theories and models in independent analyzes of conditions for learning in learning environments in which adults participate.

General knowledge:

• is able to critically evaluate and disseminate research-based knowledge, as well as discuss current scientific issues with others.

Learning methods and activities

Sessionbased-teaching. Take a look at Blackboard for detailed information about compulsory assignments.

Compulsory assignments

• Partizipation in 80% of the teaching program

Recommended previous knowledge

None.

Required previous knowledge

Bachelor's degree in social sciences or humanities, or equivalent.

The required prerequisite knowledge must be fulfilled to be admitted to the course.

Course materials

Will be announced at the start of the semester.

Credit reductions