Course - Specialization in social studies (1-7) - MGLU3111
MGLU3111 - Specialization in social studies (1-7)
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Assignment and written examination
Grade: Letter grades
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| School exam | 1/1 | 6 hours | Letter grades | G |
| Assignment | 0/1 | Passed / Not Passed |
Course content
Social studies 2 provides specialization in social science knowledge and skills areas with relevance for teaching at primary and secondary level. The course provides in-depth study of scientific theory, methods and research skills related to the implementation of the FOU-project.
The course provides in-depth study of selected social science topics such as identity, digital citizenship and key political dividing lines, adapted to primary and lower secondary school levels 1-7.
The course also has an in-depth study of selected geographical topics, including geographical method and geography didactics adapted to primary and lower secondary school levels 1-7.
The course provides in-depth study of selected historical and history didactic topics, including historical theory and method.
Specialization is given in the Norwegian school subjects history of social studies, scientific thinking and crisis didactics
Learning outcome
KNOWLEDGE
Has in-depth knowledge of key themes, theories and processes in the fields of identity construction, digital citizenship and key political divides adapted to primary and lower secondary school levels 1-7.
Has in-depth knowledge of selected geographical topics, including geographical method and geography didactics adapted to primary school levels 1-7.
Has in-depth knowledge of selected historical and history didactic topics, including historical theory and method.
Has in-depth knowledge of the Norwegian school subject, the history of social studies, scientific thinking and crisis didactics.
Has in-depth knowledge of key scientific theoretical positions and selected qualitative and quantitative research methods.
SKILLS
Can identify connections between the course's thematic areas and explain how they interfere with each other.
Can connect basic insights from the subject's topics to the social studies' didactic theory in planning and implementation of teaching.
Can apply academic skills such as critical thinking and argumentation on an analytical level.
Can choose and use research methods that are suitable for their own FOU- project, and carry out the project in accordance with accepted research ethics standards and the regulations for privacy.
GENERAL COMPETENCE
Can reflect independently and critically on social science issues based on knowledge and familiarity with the thematic areas of the subject.
Has an analytical perspective on selected geographical topics, including reflection on geographical method and geography didactics.
Can reflect critically on history and the use of history based on history didactic insights and historical theory / method.
Be able to connect insights from the different parts of the social sciences.
Learning methods and activities
Lectures, independent work and work in groups with and without supervision. Excursion
Compulsory assignments
- Mandatory assignements according to emnebeskrivelsen
Further on evaluation
Mandatory work requirements:
It is mandatory to attend the introductory session. Approved assignment (s) and / or test (s) of a written and / or oral nature must be completed, as well as compulsory attendance at selected parts.
About the Assessment:
- FoU research paper, accepted or not accepted. If assignment is not approved, you have opportunity to submit an improved assignment for assessment only once (counted as exam attempt number two). At the third exam attempt, a completely new assignment must be submitted.
- Written individual exam, graded A-F.
. It is possible to appeal a grade given on parts of the assessment.
Specific conditions
Admission to a programme of study is required:
Primary and Lower Secondary Teacher Education for Years 1-7 (MGLU1-7) - some programmes
Recommended previous knowledge
Students should have completed 30 ECT in social studies or equivalent. Compulsory assignments must be approved before the exam can be taken. Students must be enrolled in the general teacher education program at NTNU.
Course materials
The final reading list will be posted on Blackboard before the start of the semester.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| LGU14012 | 30.0 | AUTUMN 2021 |
No
Version: A
Credits:
30.0 SP
Study level: Third-year courses, level III
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: SPRING 2025
Language of instruction: Norwegian
Location: Trondheim
- Teacher Education
- Social Studies
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Teacher Education
Examination
Examination arrangement: Assignment and written examination
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
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Autumn
UTS
Assignment
0/1
Release
2024-11-20Submission
2024-11-27
09:00
INSPERA
09:00 -
Room Building Number of candidates - Autumn UTS School exam 1/1 G 2024-11-21 09:00 INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates SL415 Sluppenvegen 14 3 - Spring ORD Assignment 0/1 INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates - Spring ORD School exam 1/1 G 2025-05-31 09:00 INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates SL110 lilla sone Sluppenvegen 14 18
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"