Course
Inclusive Education (EIS110)
This module is a mandatory part of the course. The introduction part provides knowledge about the educational system in Norway, and experiences with the Norwegian approach to outdoor education. It establishes a foundation for the other modules, and offers an opportunity to expand students' reflective and professional competence in intercultural learning and cultural diversity in their future work. This module consists of lectures, group work, and 5 full days of school-based practice during which students have opportunity to observe Norwegian way of inclusive education.
Dette er emnebeskrivelsen for studieåret 2025-2026
Fakta
Emnekode
EIS110
Vekting (stp)
8
Semester undervisningsstart
Spring
Undervisningsspråk
English
Antall semestre
1
Vurderingssemester
Spring
Content
- Educational systems and traditions in Norway
- Theory and concept of diversity, inclusion, and belonging within the early childhood education practice.
- Outdoor education: Learning outside the classroom, ideas and practice
- Learning and participation in kindergarten or primary school (focused age is 1-10 years old children).
- 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 comparing to theirs own home countries
- Reflect on educational approaches from a comparative perspective
- Know about different ways of defining inclusive education
- Discuss and adapted the theory and concept of diversity, inclusion, and belonging.
- Describe official Norwegian policy on inclusive education, including anti-bullying initiatives
Forkunnskapskrav
Exam
| Form of assessment | Weight | Duration | Marks | Aid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written assignment | 1/1 | 3 Days | 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.
Vilkår for å gå opp til eksamen/vurdering
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".
AI tools such as writing bots are legal aids for assignments and exams where all aids are permitted. Please refer to the regulations on the student website - exams.
Fagperson(er)
Study Adviser:
Madli DagestadPlacement coordinator:
Anette Fritsen SolliCourse coordinator:
Sara EsmaeeliMethod 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.
