University College of Southeast Norway
PhD in Research training in pedagogical resources and learning processes in kindergarten and school
- Rauland, Norway
- Hønefoss, Norway
PhD
DURATION
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
Ph.D. in Research training in pedagogical resources and learning processes in kindergarten and school
USN offers a Ph.D. in Research training in pedagogical resources and learning processes in kindergarten and school. The program was accredited in autumn 2012.
The program shall:
- Be at the forefront of knowledge on national and international research on pedagogical resources and their meaning for learning processes and outcomes in kindergarten, school, and teacher education
- Contribute to the development of theory and knowledge relevant to professional practice in kindergartens and schools
- Contribute to the analysis, development, and reform of established practices in the pedagogical field
Professional Focus
The program's profile consists of educational science and the science of text. Pedagogical resources' refers to traditional textbooks and other materials that are utilized in education, as well as other types of resource, such as conversations and interactions; symbols and language; forms of expression such as dance, movement, film, and music; as well as teaching and assessment methods. The concept of learning is rooted in a broad socio-cultural approach that focuses on both individual and collective learning processes and the relationships between culture, activity, and learning.
Program Plan
The Program Plan examines three areas:
- how learning resources are included in the activities taking place in kindergarten, school, and teacher education
- how these learning resources are utilized and transformed through individual and collective learning processes
- the development, testing, and analysis of pedagogical resources
Demand for people with competence at the level of associate professor is increasing. This has opened up both teaching and research positions at colleges and positions at research institutes.
Management also requires an increase of staff with research competence related to kindergarten, school and teacher education.
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