EDUS1080 Theory and Practice of Comparative Pedagogy (5 cr)
Learning outcomes
Upon completion of the course, students will
- have a better appreciation of education and pedagogy as culturally constructed notions
- be able to critically appraise similarities and differences between and assumptions associated with educational cultures
- be able to critically consider key aspects with pedagogy
- able to use different criteria for mapping and analysing pedagogy
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
- basic principles, origin and key concepts associated with pedagogy and research on pedagogy
- exploration of different approaches to and research projects based on comparative pedagogy
- critical consideration of contributions to educational theory from educational thinkers from different educational cultures
Materials
To be specified in the Study Programme.
Assessment criteria
Active participation in teaching and completing and passing learning assignments/exam.