MIED2100 – The Norwegian Education System in its Nordic Context - the short version
Course description
Course content
The Norwegian Education System within its Nordic Context
To provide a general departure for studying children and youth from cultural comparative perspectives in the context of contemporary social change, the first part will introduce you to the Norwegian education system within its Nordic context. It aims to enable you to gain a thorough understanding of all the relevant components of the Norwegian education system. In addition, it will introduce you to the notion of ‘the Nordic model’, its historical and cultural context, how it affects Norwegian education, as well as how it relates to European and other educational models.
This course will cover both formal and informal institutional practices in education and address questions about the ideas and ideals of democracy and the welfare state. It will discuss various related issues, such as inclusion and exclusion, gender roles, student involvement, the role of knowledge and expertise, and the historical and philosophical context of "A School for All".
Learning outcome
The purpose of this course is to provide you with a solid introduction into the Nordic education model with a special focus on the Norwegian education system.
Upon completion of the course, you should have acquired the following learning outcomes
Knowledge:
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have a thorough understanding of the Norwegian education system in its Nordic context against the larger backdrop of global social change
Skills:
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be able to critically compare the Nordic education model, its tensions and historical and cultural context, with education models developed and used in other parts of the world
Competencies:
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be able to apply your acquired knowledge and skills with respect to the Norwegian education system and the ‘Nordic model’ in relevant professional contexts
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be able to apply your acquired knowledge and skills in carrying out academic assignments
Admission to the course
This course is primarily for exchange students at Bachelor level.
Depending on the number of regular programme students registered for MIED4010, there are maximum 10 places for exchange students.
The course is coo