Course
Policy implementation as a strategy to improve schools and early childcare (DUH158)
Politicians as well as the public are engaged in development of the best of education and development in schools and childcares. The institutions are governed by politicians through laws, curriculums, framework plans and instructions. However, the changes wanted from the politicians, needs to be implemented by the heads and teachers in order to come through. Research has shown that the way from a political enactment to change in the classroom is a long and complicated road.
The purpose of this course is to focus on research-based knowledge on implementation in educational settings, included organizational factors affecting the implementation process.
Course description for study year 2021-2022. Please note that changes may occur.
Semesters
Facts
Course code
DUH158
Credits (ECTS)
5
Semester tution start
Spring
Language of instruction
English
Number of semesters
1
Exam semester
Spring
Content
Learning outcome
Knowledge: Participants develop
- an in-depth understanding of implementation theory and strategies
- knowledge on international research on implementation in educational settings
- awareness of how organizational contexts influence the implementation process
Skills: By the end of the course participants will be able to:
- consider relevant contextual aspects that might promote or inhibit implementation in educational settings when planning a project
- reflect on their role as researchers on implementation projects
Competencies: Participants will
- have a knowledge-based understanding of the complexities connected with implementation in educational settings, and of implementation as organizational learning.