Language and Culture in the Classroom

7.5 credits

Syllabus, Bachelor's level, 4PE282

A revised version of the syllabus is available.
Code
4PE282
Education cycle
First cycle
Main field(s) of study and in-depth level
Curriculum Studies G1F
Grading system
Pass with distinction (VG), Pass (G), Fail (U)
Finalised by
The Department Board, 17 November 2022
Responsible department
Department of Education

Entry requirements

60 credits

Learning outcomes

On completion of the course, the student should have provided understanding and knowledge about:

  • teaching in a multicultural school,
  • bilingual and multilingual children ́s and youth ́s present situation in schools,
  • students' learning via a second language,
  • the consequences of integration and segregation for children and youth in school,
  • the concept of cultural discrimination in education and the connection between theories and practice in the multicultural classroom.

Content

  • Language socialization and literacy development at home and at school
  • Multilingualism and bilingualism
  • Language awareness, and language and power
  • Language identities and portraits
  • Teaching and learning a second language

Instruction

The instruction consists of lectures, seminars and tutoring.

Assessment

Written and oral examination.