VKTS1019 Children and Childhood in Society (5 cr)
Learning outcomes
Upon completion of the course, students will have knowledge of
- the theoretical concepts related to children鈥檚 social worlds and childhood in society
- the variety of features related to childhood and the connections between them
- the relevance of children鈥檚 action and agency in the forming childhood
- the current research in the field and be able to apply it as part of his/her expertise in education
Study methods
Participation in contact teaching and/or independent study, learning assignments and/or exam. Mode of completion to be specified in the Study Programme.
Content
The course focus is on diverse perspectives, concepts and methods in childhood studies. The focus ranges from children鈥檚 structural positions in society to agency and participation in institutions. Childhood is explored as relationally constructed within its cultural and historical context.
Materials
ESSER, F., BAADER, M.S., BETZ, T. & HUNGERLAND, B. (eds.) 2016. Reconceptualising agency and childhood. New perspectives in Childhood Studies 2016. New York: Routledge. E-book.
QVORTRUP, J., CORSARO, W.A. & HONIG, M.-S. (eds.) 2009. The Palgrave Handbook of Childhood Studies. New York: Palgrave Macmillan. E-book.
Further reading to be announced.
Assessment criteria
Active participation in teaching and completing and passing learning assignments/exam.