Learning outcome

After successfully completing the course, the candidate will have achieved the following learning outcomes:

Knowledge

The candidate has:

• Advanced knowledge of the evolution of citizenship as a theoretical and political concept nationally and internationally
• Thorough knowledge of human rights with a special focus on children
• Thorough knowledge of how the political interests, social development and research affect human rights, democracy and citizenship in society and schools
• Advanced knowledge of didactic theories and models for use in the analysis of teaching plans with the goal of promoting active citizenship

Skills

The candidate can:

• Discuss and reflect critically on relevant academic and didactic literature and formulate questions related to the material independently
• Use relevant theories and methods to develop and adapt teaching plans in an independent manner
• Apply interdisciplinary knowledge in working with teaching about democracy in relation to democratic participation and through active democratic participation

General competence

The candidate can:

• Employ professional and didactic knowledge and skills to undertake advanced tasks and projects
• Contribute to a good academic foundation for the public debate around the aspects of society regarding the inclusion or exclusion of various groups
• Reflect on their role as active citizens
  

Course Description

This course focuses on active citizenship (rights and responsibilities). In this connection, fundamental human rights and democratic values are central topics. This will be illuminated from contemporary and historical perspectives. The course is school-focused, and considers aspects of didactic theories and models that promote citizenship.

Human rights and democratic values are important building blocks for the concept of citizenship. This course examines this concept from the perspective of scholarly and political discussions about what it means to be a citizen. An important part of this is how citizenship may be promoted through education. These topics are also highly important in global educational discourse.

Teaching and Learning Methods

The course includes lectures, seminars, project work, presentations, supervision and student response.

Assessment Methods

Continuous assessment: Four portfolio assignments which must be given passing grades in order to achieve a final passing mark for the course. The assignments should reflect the following four approaches to citizenship: theory, fieldwork, didactics, and written participation in the public debate.
Final assessment: Two portfolio assignments will be selected by the student in a summative assessment which counts for 2/3 of the course grade.
An oral exam counts for 1/3 of the course grade.

Minor adjustments may occur during the academic year, subject to the decision of the Dean