MA in English Teaching Methodology (MGL330M)

Content

The master’s thesis is an individual, independent academic work. The content can be discursive, interpretive or empirical. The empirical work can be of qualitative, interpretive, or quantitative nature. Work on the thesis is conducted under supervision.

Learning outcome

A candidate having completed and passed the course will have the following learning outcomes:

Knowledge

• Have knowledge of the elements included in a project proposal and the connection between these
• Have knowledge of the main stages of conducting a research project, as well as relevant theories and methods

Skills

• Be able to formulate research questions or issues to be addressed
• Be able to review research literature in the field and, if the study is empirical, be able to use appropriate research methods to collect data
• Be able to develop a project proposal for their own master’s project that explains: the project’s topic and research questions, relevant literature, theoretical framework and methodological approach, and a realistic timeline for carrying out the project
• Be able to write a thesis based on the project proposal, and show insight into relevant research, theories and methods appropriate for the chosen research question(s)
• Be able to present their own research project in a professional and subject-appropriate manner

General competencies

• Have knowledge of the research process
• Be able to identify and reflect on relevant ethical issues in their own research project
• Be able to present their project in a way that is appropriate for the purpose and the audience

Required prerequisite knowledge

One of the following alternatives:
MGL1032 English Linguistics for Teachers for grades 1.-7., MGL1033 English 1 - Teaching Methodology for Young Learners (1-7), MGL1034 English 2; English Teaching Methodology for Young Learners (1.-7.), MGL1035 English 2: English Language, Literature and Culture (1-7), MGL3036 Critical literacies pedagogy in the EFL classroom, MGL3037 Participatory research and second language pragmatics: A focus on young learners
MGL1032 English Linguistics for Teachers for grades 1.-7., MGL1033 English 1 - Teaching Methodology for Young Learners (1-7), MGL1036 English 2. English teaching methodology: Language, literature and culture (1-7), MGL3036 Critical literacies pedagogy in the EFL classroom, MGL3037 Participatory research and second language pragmatics: A focus on young learners

The student must have completed a research and development (R&D) assignment during the course of their studies, in addition to having completed specialisation (60 ECTS) in their teacher training course.

Exam

Coursework requirements

Prosjektbeskrivelse, Presentasjon av masteroppgave, 70% oppmøte på forsknings- og skrive-workshops

The following compulsory requirements are included in the course:

1. Project proposal (5-7 pages) has to be approved.

2. Oral presentation of the master’s thesis (20-30 minutes) has to be approved. If the candidate has to submit a new or revised thesis, a new presentation must be held.

3. 70% attendance at research and writing workshops

All compulsory requirements must be approved in order for the master’s thesis to be assessed.

Consequences of non-approved compulsory requirements are that the master’s thesis cannot be assessed. Cf. Regulations on studies and examinations at the University of Stavanger (examination regulations), § 3-8 no. 3.

Course teacher(s)

Course coordinator:

Silje Henriette Amalia Normand

Study Adviser:

Karen Elizabeth Gilje Woie

Study Program Director:

Ingeborg Knævelsrud

Open for

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