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The course is connected to the following study programs

Teaching language

English

Prerequisites

Passing grade for PRA3-101K/PRA3-101G, PRA3-102K/ PRA3-102G, PRA3-103K/ PRA3-103G, PRA3-201K/ PRA3-201G, and PRA3-202K/ PRA3-202G

Learning outcomes

The student shall:

  • use their professional competence to initiate and lead pedagogical work that promotes and safeguards care, play, learning, and formative development
  • plan, justify, implement, and evaluate a project related to the specialization they are enrolled in
  • be able to incorporate comparative reflections on professional, didactic, and pedagogical dimensions related to their area of specialization

The student will also be assesed on their ability to demonstrate good professional ethical practice. This includes:

  • to take initiative to become acquainted with the staff and the parents/guardians in the kindergarten
  • be punctual and follow through on agreed commitments
  • show respect for confidentiality and be familiar with laws and regulations related to privacy
  • be engaged and open in supervision and make constructive use of the guidance provided

Contents

Through this period, the student shall develop the ability for pedagogical leadership and demonstrate that pedagogical leadership requires professional awareness. The student shall focus on their own professional identity and be able to reflect on these.During the practice period, the student shall observe, plan, carry out, and reflect upon activities related to the chosen specialization.

Teaching and learning methods

The student shall initiate and lead a project based on their chosen specialization. This may involve observation, implementation, documentation, and evaluation. Through the project, the students must include comparative reflections and aspects related to the kindergarten’s pedagogical practices.The student will receive professional guidance from a practice supervisor at the pedagogical institution. This is done both verbally and in writing. The placement takes place in a kindergarten and is compulsory. Duration: 2 - 4 weeks.

Examination requirements

To pass this practice period, 100% attendance is required.

Examinations

At the end of the practice period, the student receives an individual written evaluation. The student’s evaluation is based on the learning outcome descriptions and evaluation aspects for the teaching practice period.

Student evaluation

The placement is evaluated in accordance with the quality system at the University of Agder.

Offered as a free-standing course

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