PPU-A2-16 School in Society 1

Contents and structure

The main focus in the second semester is the school viewed from an organisational perspective and educational research and development work. At the practical school students will conduct a multidisciplinary development project which will be documented in the final exam assignment. Ethical reflection will be included in the subject.

Learning Outcome

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Knowledge:

• Has in-depth didactic and pedagogical knowledge for the relevant years
• Has a broad understanding of the mandate of the school, the values of the education and the course of training.
• Has broad knowledge of child and youth culture and child and youth development and learning in different social and cultural contexts

Skills:

• Can use varied work methods, differentiate and adapt teaching in line with applicable curricula, and create motivating and inclusive learning environments

General competence:

• Can convey pedagogical and didactic issues at an advanced level
• Has a professional attitude and can critically reflect on issues within the discipline, in professional ethics and related to disciplinary and educational policy 

Entry requirements

None

Recommended previous knowledge

None

Teaching methods

Teaching is group-based and will be given in large and small groups. Guidance and follow-up associated with R&D assignments will be given individually and to some extent in small groups.

Compulsory learning activities

Participation in 5 out of 6 meeting days

Must have submitted and passed written study requirements

All study requirements are specified in the semester plan

Assessment

Research paper

Examination support material

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