MA in English Teaching Methodology (MGL430M)


Course description for study year 2024-2025

Facts

Course code

MGL430M

Version

1

Credits (ECTS)

45

Semester tution start

Autumn

Number of semesters

2

Exam semester

Spring

Language of instruction

Norwegian

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 research 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 theme 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 study in a way that is appropriate for the purpose and the audience

Required prerequisite knowledge

One of the following alternatives:
MGL2032 English 1: English Linguistics for Teachers for grades 5.-10., MGL2033 English 1; English Teaching Methodology for Young Learners (5.-10.), MGL2034 English 2; English Teaching Methodology 2 (5.-10.), MGL2035 English 2: English language, literature and culture (5-10), MGL4036 Critical literacies pedagogy in the ELL classroom, MGL4037 Participatory research and second language pragmatics: A focus on young learners
MGL2032 English 1: English Linguistics for Teachers for grades 5.-10., MGL2033 English 1; English Teaching Methodology for Young Learners (5.-10.), MGL2036 English 2. English teaching methodology: Language, literature and culture (5-10), MGL4036 Critical literacies pedagogy in the ELL classroom, MGL4037 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

Form of assessment Weight Duration Marks Aid
Master thesis 1/1 Letter grades

The scope of the master’s thesis is 20,000-40,000 words with font type 12 and line spacing 1.5 (in Times New Roman or equivalent font). Front page, table of contents, foreword, references and appendices do not count towards the scope.The master’s thesis must be written in English. The expected language level for the thesis is C1 or close to C2.

Coursework requirements

Prosjektbeskrivelse, Muntlig presentasjon av masteroppgave, Oppmøte på forsknings- og skrive-workshops 70%

The following compulsory requirements are included in the course:

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

2. Compulsory supervision

The candidate is required to attend minimum 2 sessions with their supervisor to be permitted to hand in their thesis within the current semester. This requirement must be approved by the supervisor by 15. march.

3. 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.

4. 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 teacher:

Milica Savic

Open for

Primary and Lower Secondary Teacher Education for Years 5 - 10, Master

Course assessment

There must be an early dialogue between the course supervisor, the student union 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 subject evaluation must be carried out at least every three years. Its purpose is to gather the students experiences with the course.

Literature

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