EN-447 English Language and Learning (Autumn 2021)
- ECTS Credits:
- 15
- Responsible department:
- Faculty of Humanities and Education
- Course Leader:
- Ingrid Kristine Hasund
- Lecture Semester:
- Autumn
- Teaching language:
- English
- Duration:
- ½ year
Table of contents
The course is connected to the following study programs
- Subject didactics in Teacher Education Level 5-10, 2-year Master’s Programme
- Master's 5-Year Programme in Teacher Education, level 5-10
Teaching language
Learning outcomes
Knowledge: After course completion, the student should have
- thorough knowledge about the important contrasts between Norwegian and English and their importance for additional language learning in grades 5-10
- thorough knowledge about language learning theories, also those which have influenced language didactics in Norwegian schools
- thorough knowledge about learning and teaching strategies conforming to the current curriculum
- thorough knowledge about research in language didactics and research methods in the subject English in grades 5-10 in Norwegian schools
Skills: After course completion, the student should be able to
- account for the most important contrasts between Norwegian and English and their importance for additional language learning in grades 5-10
- account for central factors and theories in additional language learning
- analyze and critically evaluate different language learning theories
- critically apply the knowledge in a pedagogical and reflected manner, according to the current curriculum
- apply relevant methods in didactic research related to language
General competence: After course completion, the student will be able to
- use their knowledge as a basis for further studies of language didactics and for research and development work
- apply their knowledge and skills in teaching and planning of teaching in grades 5-10, research communication and information work
- reflect upon English as a school subject in an independent and critical manner
Contents
Teaching and learning methods
Group work and lectures. Students should participate actively on a regular basis. English is used in all classes. iPads, smart phones and other ICT tools will be used in the course.
The workload of the course is estimated to 400 hours.
The subject in the practice period
During the 7th semester there will be a five-day practice period as a preparation for the 25 days practice (taking charge of the school) during the 8th semester. Students will work with the course on campus before and after the practice period. The course will equip the students with skills that will enable them to plan, conduct, and assess teaching of literature and culture for pupils in grades 5-10.
Examination requirements
Teacher education students must pass:
- practice
- obligatory assignments (the number and scope of these assignments will be specified at the beginning of the semester)
Other students must pass:
- a didactic assignment corresponding to the workload of practice teaching
- obligatory assignments (the number and scope of these assignments will be specified at the beginning of the semester)
Examinations
Student evaluation
Offered as a free-standing course
Admission Requirement if given as a free-standing course
Admission for external candidates
Reduction of Credits
This course’s contents overlap with the following courses. A reduction of credits will occur if one of these courses is taken in addition:
| Course | Reduction of Credits |
|---|---|
| EN-217 – Engelsk språk og læring. | 10 |
| EN-221 – Engelskfaget i norsk skole. | 10 |
| EN-430 – English Language and Learning. | 7.5 |