Science as school subject

This course aims at in-depth knowledge on how school-science is situated and managed in the Norwegian school context. In-depth understanding of the historical and current status of school-science in the Norwegian school system and the position of the subject in international contexts. The course will enhance the students knowledge on pupils understanding and development and their attitudes and interests. Different assessment formats in school-science will be treated in this course. How school-science relates to societal issues such as working life and sustainable development will be discussed.

KNOWLEDGE

The student

• has in-depth knowledge on the status and history of school-science in Norwegian and international school contexts
• has knowledge on and can discuss different motivations for science as school subject
• has advanced knowledge on managing documents
• has in-depth knowledge on learning resources in science
• has good knowledge on pupils attitudes towards and interests in science
• has in-depth knowledge on language and communication in science
• has in-depth knowledge on education for sustainable development

SKILLS

The student

• can analyse international evaluations of school-science
• can use and motivate various ways of assessment
• can discuss and use cultural aspects and inter-cultural understanding in science education
• can develop and execute science education on socio scientific issues

GENERAL COMPETENCE

The student

• can justify science as one of the broad educational aims
• can discuss values, attitudes and responsibilities as part of school-science

- Lectures

- Work on assignments, individually and in teams

- Seminars with students presenting selected literature

Teaching in English when English-speaking students participate, otherwise the course is given in Norwegian.