EN-444 English Literature, Culture and Learning

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

English

Course contents

The course explores knowledge of literature and culture in English as a school subject in Norwegian schools in an advanced way. Students will become familiar with the main theories, concepts, and models for the study and dissemination of literature and culture. In addition, the course will focus on important factors that enhance learning, such as learning context, motivation, learning strategies and language comprehension. Finally, the course will discuss the challenges of teaching English in a multicultural and multilingual classroom.

Learning outcomes

Knowledge: After course completion, the student should have

• specialized insight into selected literary texts and cultural topics with an emphasis on teaching in grades 5-10

• advanced knowledge of the role of literature and culture in English teaching grades 5-10

• advanced knowledge of didactic research on literature and culture in English as a school subject, especially in Norwegian schools

Skills: After course completion, the student should be able to

• give a detailed account of important principles and methods for the study of culture and literature in Norwegian schools, with an emphasis on grades 5-10

• give a detailed account of important principles and methods for teaching of literature and culture to pupils in grades 5-10

• analyze deeply and critically evaluate fictional- and non-fictional texts and their application in teaching, with an emphasis on grades 5-10

• critically apply knowledge didactically and thoughtfully in accordance with the school curriculum

General competence: After course completion, the student will be able to

• use advanced knowledge as a basis for further studies of literature- and culture didactics and research and development work

• critically utilize knowledge and skills in teaching (with an emphasis on grades 5-10) dissemination and/or information work

• reflect critically and independently on the role of English as a school subject

Examination requirements

Teacher education students must pass:

• practice

• mandatory attendance, a minimum of 70 % attendance

• approval of two submitted assignments

Students taking single standing modules must pass:

• a didactic assignment corresponding to the workload of practice teaching

• mandatory attendance, a minimum of 70 % attendance

• approval of two submitted assignments

Evaluation

The study programme manager, in consultation with the student representative, decides the method of evaluation and whether the courses will have a midterm- or end of term evaluation, see also the Quality System, section 4.1. Information about evaluation method for the course will be posted on Canvas.

Admission for external candidates

No

Offered as Single Standing Module

Yes, subject to availability and capacity. The candidates must fulfill the criteria specified under “special admission requirements” below.

Admission Requirement if given as Single Standing Module

For students taking single standing modules: completed teacher education aimed at primary or secondary school, and at least 60 credits in English.

Assessment methods and criteria

Four-hour individual written school exam, graded assessment.

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-216 – English Literature, Culture and Learning	10
EN-221 – Engelskfaget i norsk skole	10
EN-429 – English Literature, Culture and Learning	7.5