Teaching starts Spring, Autumn

Language of instruction English

Prerequisites and co-requisites General entrance requirements for higher education.

Learning outcomes Students shall have: -acquired knowledge of the National Curriculum (LK06) and the competency aims in English in LK06 -acquired knowledge of important grammatical structures -developed competence in practical usage so they can become a good language model -developed knowledge of ELT methodology and language learning theories -developed a natural English pronunciation -acquired knowledge of common pronunciation errors -learnt to use ICT in their own language learning and for teaching purposes

Course contents Students will study different language learning theories and the development of English as a school subject. They will study basic structures in the English language in contrast to structures in the Norwegian language. Another area of study covers methodological and didactic aspects of teaching English. The aim is to develop an understanding of the English language system and provide a practical foundation for improving the students´ own language skills so that they can teach the subject in accordance with the national curriculum for the primary and lower secondary school, LK06.

Teaching methods Lectures and seminars.

Examination requirement Four compulsory assignments, two in grammar and two in phonetics must be assessed as a Pass. Attendance requirement: 80% compulsory attendance at seminars. For students in their third year of the Teacher Education: A 2-week teaching practice in primary school must be assessed as a Pass. For students in their fourth year of the Teacher Education as well as other students: One compulsory assignment must be assessed as a Pass. For further specifications see the English 2 curriculum.

Assessment methods and criteria 6-hour written examination. Graded assessment.

Type of course Theoretical/practical

Level of course First degree level

Year of study See course structure diagram.

Name of lecturer/contact person Agnes Scott Langeland

Recommended or required reading The syllabus (pensum) will be published on the faculty's website when finalised.

Mode of delivery Face-to-face