Inclusive Education (EIS110)

This module is a mandatory part of the course and is divided into two parts:

A.) Introduction to Norwegian education which provides information about education in Norway.

B.) Inclusive education offering a comparative understanding of the Norwegian approach

The introduction part provides foreign students with knowledge about the Norwegian education system and experiences with the Norwegian approach to outdoor education. It creates a background for the other modules and a possibility to enhance the students' reflexive competence.

The inclusive education part consists of lectures, group work, and 5 full days of school-based practice during which students conduct a small research assignment. The module is designed to provide comparative knowledge and understanding of inclusive education in Norway from an international perspective.


Course description for study year 2023-2024

Facts

Course code

EIS110

Version

3

Credits (ECTS)

8

Semester tution start

Spring

Number of semesters

1

Exam semester

Spring

Language of instruction

English

Offered by
Time table

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Content

  • Norwegian educational policy on inclusive education
  • Educational systems and traditions in Norway
  • Outdoor education: Learning outside the classroom, ideas and practice
  • The distinction between inclusive education vs. special education
  • Learning and participation in schools and kindergarten
  • An organization-theory approach on inclusion - dilemmas and challenges
  • National anti-bullying initiatives in Norway

Learning outcome

After successful completion of the module, students are able to:
  • Describe the educational system and approach in Norway
  • Reflect on educational approaches from a comparative perspective
  • Know about different ways of defining inclusive education
  • Describe and discuss characteristics of inclusive education related to classroom practices in Norwegian schools
  • Discuss adapted education and differentiation
  • Describe official Norwegian policy on inclusive education, including anti-bullying initiatives

Required prerequisite knowledge

None

Exam

Form of assessment Weight Duration Marks Aid
Written assignment 1/1 Letter grades

Final examination is an essay-based exam, which can be written individually (2500 - 3000 words) or in pairs (4000-4500 words). The essay is written according to guidelines provided during the course. The content is a reflection on inclusive education observed in the school/kindergarten placement.The assignment is assessed on a scale from A-F, where A-E denotes pass (A is the highest achievement) and F denotes fail.

Coursework requirements

All lectures, seminars are mandatory. School/Kindergarten placement is mandatory, Assignment
 Introduction: a written assignment (1000 -1200 words), reflecting on experiences and professional development as student teachers in Norway. This assignment is assessed with "approved/not approved".

Course teacher(s)

Course teacher:

Bente Gurine Kvitvær Nordmo

Course coordinator:

Sara Esmaeeli

Course teacher:

Dagmar Anita Jakobsen

Course teacher:

Barbara Maria Sageidet

Study Adviser:

Inger Marie Øglænd

Method of work

The module is organised through lectures, group work and student presentations. Active participation in classroom activities and group work is required. The course includes one week school/kindergarten placement. In connection to this, the students will carry out a small research assignment.

Students will participate in International Week together with international students to engage in Outdoor education; details will be provided in a specific programme.

Open for

Exchange Students at Faculty of Arts and Education

Course assessment

There must be an early dialogue between the course coordinator, the student representative and the students. The purpose is feedback from the students for changes and adjustments in the course for the current semester.In addition, a digital course evaluation must be carried out at least every three years. Its purpose is to gather the students experiences with the course.

Literature

The syllabus can be found in Leganto