MA473 Pedagogical Theory I (Autumn 2023)

Introduction

This course provides a broad introduction to pedagogical theories within the human and social sciences. During the course, students will gain insights into key developments and positions within pedagogical theory - from their historical roots to their role and relevance in society today. Through engaging with a selection of pedagogical theories, the course aims to equip students with theoretical tools to address complex pedagogical issues and questions within a variety of movement and activity contexts.

 

The course is divided into three main parts, each of which considers a broadly themed disciplinary approach to pedagogical theory:

 

• Human science pedagogy

• Social science and critical pedagogy

• Movement science and non-linear pedagogy

 

In each of the above themed sections, students will be presented with key theories and concepts that have come to shape contemporary knowledge and practice. The theory will be illustrated through cases featuring familiar pedagogical contexts, such as teaching, coaching, social work and rehabilitation, as well as in relation to policy development and empirical research.

 

The course opens with a practical session and concludes with an open seminar where students and teachers explore how specific theories can be used to more deeply understand pedagogy in practice and research.

Learning outcomes

After completing the course, students will be able to

 

• understand and articulate key human science traditions underpinning modern pedagogical approaches

• understand and articulate key sociological and critical theoretical frameworks as they relate to teaching and learning

• understand and articulate key movement science perspectives that can be used to interpret pedagogical practice

• compare and critically discuss the strengths and weaknesses of the central theoretical perspectives presented during the course

• explore synergies and alignments between theoretical perspectives presented during the course

Learning methods and activities

Lectures, workshops, discussion groups and case-based teaching methods. It concludes with a seminar for all teachers and students.

 

The course includes three interdisciplinary seminars for all students in the master program. The seminars involve group work and are taught in English.

Work requirements

At the end of each main part of the course, students must fulfill an assignment that is evaluated as approved/ not approved.

 

All three assignments must be approved to qualify for the final examn.

 

Participation at the interdisciplinary seminars is obligatory. Information about assignments and presentations related to the seminars will be specified at the beginning of the semester.

Assessment/exam

The final examination is a written essay comprised of 3.000 words. Graded A-F.

 

Can be written in English, Norwegian or other Scandinavian languages.

Core literature

Ettersom vi er i en overgangsfase mellom to systemer viser vi til Studiehåndbok 2023-2024 for litteratur for emner studieåret 2023- 2024: https://www.nih.no/studier/program-og-emneplan-arkiv/2023-2024/.