Teaching starts Spring

Language of instruction Norwegian

Prerequisites and co-requisites Passed PRA024

Learning outcomes This practice period is based on the national Frame plan for Pre-school teacher education. Professional-ethic competence implies that the student: shows interest and engagement in personal choice of profession is an active participant and takes responsibility for own assignments shows respect towards children, parents and staff at the pre-school relate to the norms and regulations that apply to the practice arena Social competence implies that the student: communicate and cooperates in a friendly way with single pupils, group of pupils and colleagues is an evident leader in learning activities shows engagement and creativity in the teamwork with the children Professional competence implies that the student: Norwegian: teaches culture in an engaged way prepares and carries through language stimulating activities for groups of children Pedagogy: discusses the school´s learning environment reflects on the children´s transition from pre-school to primary school Mathematics: arrange for exploration and experimenting with number and shapes. reflects around children´s mathematical development Didactic competence implies that the student: can plan based on Kunnskapsløftet, local plans and tasks assigned by the coordinating group makes the subjects mathematics, Norwegian and pedagogy visible in the planning, carrying out and evaluation of the main theme this semester discusses and makes use of one or more planning models Change and development competence implies that the student: learns from and builds on personal and others´ experiences shows willingness and ability to change practice resulting from guidance is exploring and tries out new work methods raises thoughtful questions regarding the content and practice of the primary school

Course contents The learning outcome is the basis for the content of this practice period. 2 weeks, spring, 4th semester Subjects: pedagogy, mathematics and Norwegian Theme: Learning environment, ways of learning, management The student will: discuss expectations with practice teacher write a practice contract carry through assignments set by the coordinating group plan, manage and evaluate single lessons The practice group will: Plan, manage and evaluate a thematic 3-day project Practice is compulsory.

Teaching methods student, practice teacher and subject teacher contributes with guidance. The practice-teacher at the pre-school has the daily responsibility. 1.5 hours pr week is set aside for guidance. subject teachers guide the students at the primary school students, practice teachers and subject teachers meet at subject meetings prior to the practice period for information and clarifying expectations

Assessment methods and criteria After completed practice the tutor writes an individual written evaluation graded Pass/Fail. The grade is given on the basis of the learning outcome and given criteria for this practice period. The student will present his/her evaluation report for the practice teacher at the start of the next practice period.

Type of course Practice

Level of course Bachelor

Year of study 2nd year. Spring

Name of lecturer/contact person Programme coordinator Anne Karin W. Olsen

Mode of delivery Face-to-face