Syllabus

Degree Thesis for Master of Arts in Education, Pre-School Class and Primary School Years F-3, Part 2

Code
PG3063
Points
15 Credits
Level
Second Cycle Level 1
School
School of Teacher Education
Subject field
Educational Work (PGA)
Group of Subjects
Education
Disciplinary Domain
Education, 100%
This course can be included in the following main field(s) of study
No main field of study1
Progression indicator within (each) main field of study
1A1E
Approved
Approved, 26 January 2017.
This syllabus is valid from 28 August 2017.
Discontinued
23 January 2023

Prerequisites

  • Special Education, Pedagogical Documentation and Assessment for Teachers in Pre-school Class and Years 1-3, 7,5 credits, and Epistemology and Educational Research for Teachers in Pre-school Class and Primary School Years 1-3, 7,5 credits

Summary in English

After completing the course, the student shall be able to:
  • show the ability to formulate a problem statement with related research questions based on insights into current research and development within the field of subject didactics
  • conduct an independent and inquiry-oriented scientific study related to previous research by applying relevant theories and methods
  • show the ability to independently and critically systematize, analyze and problematize empirical material, and based on the results present a scientific argument
  • orally and in writing, present and argue for the findings of the study, as well as relate to scientific critique in a professional and constructive manner
  • demonstrate in-depth knowledge within a limited area of subject didactics by contributing to knowledge development of importance to the teacher profession
  • show the ability to analyze, assess and discuss scientific studies of others by giving clear and constructive response, and by pointing out strengths as well as aspects that are in need of development.