EN-153 English Literature, Culture and Didactics 1

The course is connected to the following study programs

• Master's 5-Year Programme in Teacher Education, level 1-7

Teaching language

English

Course contents

The course has the following focus: Training in analyzing and assessing texts from various genres and conveying these texts to the pupils. The students’ as well as the pupils’ literary experiences will be stimulated, for instance through self-produced texts (prose, poetry, adaptations etc.). Furthermore, the course will provide increased insight into social conditions and culture, past and present, in the English-speaking world. Knowledge and insight into English literature and how it may be adapted and adjusted for pupils will also be emphasized in teaching and practice. Broader cultural understanding and tolerance will be pursued both when working with various themes and literary texts. There will be a focus on the role of the English teacher. Training in facilitating and adapting both written and oral teaching plans for active use of the language when working with literature and cultural themes, will be central.

The subject in the practice period

The teaching will focus on preparation for the practice period, planning and implementation of teaching plans, and final assessment of the plans.

Learning outcomes

Knowledge: The student

• has knowledge about ways of life and cultural expressions in English speaking countries with emphasis on texts for children at grades 1-7, as well as insight into language stimulating use of texts in the initial training

• has insight into cultural conventions in the English speaking world and in Norway and is able to adjust their language to different situations

• has knowledge about basic skills for learning and development and processes that enhance these skills in English

• has knowledge about the National Curriculum, national tests, mapping tools and teaching aids for English as a subject, and is able to use formative assessment

• is familiar with songs, rhymes, literature and other cultural expressions that can be used in the teaching of children in grades 1-7

• is familiar with research and development work relevant for English as a subject in grades 1-7

Skills: The student

• is able to use English confidently and independently orally and in writing, also aimed at beginners

• is able to plan and lead varied and differentiated learning activities, including digital activities, that enhance in-depth learning and development of the basic skills in grades 1-7

• is able to discuss, orally and in writing, a selection of fiction and non-fiction literature relevant for grades 1-7

• is able to assemble and adapt information about social issues and cultural matters suited for teaching in grades 1-7

• is able to use digital learning arenas to enhance language learning and teaching English at the initial training and in grades 1-7

General competence: The student

• is able to teach relevant fiction and non-fiction and communicate in English in a way that is adapted to grades 1-7

• is able to reflect on his/her own learning and teaching practice in the light of fundamental ethical values and the school’s responsibility for the personal development of children and youth

• is able to work independently and together with colleagues to prepare for the pupils’ learning and development

• is able to maintain and develop his/her own literary, cultural and didactic competence

Examination requirements

The 70% mandatory attendance requirement must be met. The practice period must be completed and passed. All obligatory work requirements must be approved as a pass (the number and scope of these assignments will be specified at the beginning of the semester). For students who take the course as a free-standing course, a didactic assignment replacing the practice period must be assessed as a pass.

Teaching methods

The course is designed with various teaching forms in larger and smaller groups of students. Student active work forms are emphasized like group work, oral presentations and written assignments, as well as digital work. There is a 70% mandatory attendance requirement in the teaching. A practice period of 20 days is included for students in the teacher education.

The workload is estimated at approximately 400 hours.

Evaluation

The person responsible for the course, 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.

Admission for external candidates

No

Offered as Single Standing Module

Yes. Subject to availability or capacity.

Admission Requirement if given as Single Standing Module

For students taking single standing modules: completed teacher education aimed at primary or secondary school, and the prerequisites of the course, if there are any specified.

Assessment methods and criteria

The examination consists of two parts: a written essay and an oral examination. Each part accounts for 50% of the final grade. Both parts must receive a passing grade. 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-135 – English Literature, Culture and Didactics 1 ( 1.-7. level )	15
EN-911 – English 1-A. Literature, Culture and Didactics	15