Education as an Object of Scientific Research (OPEN UNI), 1 cr

Links to other courses: Introductory course to the basic studies in education 

After completing the course, the students is able to

• identify basic concepts and approaches in education
• identify the main research areas of educational research
• describe the main traditions and research approaches in education
• apply educational concepts and research findings in describing and analyzing educational practices
• reflect on, articulate, and apply the interaction skills essential for a professional of education as part of their studies
• has developed generic skills such as analytical, critical and creative thinking skills, communication, interaction and digital skills, and skills in well being and self development.

Online teaching. Lecture (12 h), online seminar (12 h), independent work (111 h). More detailed instructions on course assignments in Moodle.

For applicable parts:

Rinne, R., Kivirauma, J., & Lehtinen, E. (2015). Johdatus kasvatustieteisiin. PS-kustannus.

Siljander, P. (2014). Systemaattinen johdatus kasvatustieteeseen: Peruskäsitteet ja pääsuuntaukset. Vastapaino. (myös Ellibs)

Additional literature agreed with the teacher in charge.

Online seminar (12 h) and course essay.

• 0 = The assignment does not indicate that the learning outcomes have been achieved. The content produced is fragmented and not relevant to the subject matter and content of the course.
• 1 = The learning outcomes of the course have been achieved to an acceptable level. The content of the course is very superficial and fragmented. The use of sources is weak.
• 2 = The learning outcomes of the course have been satisfactorily achieved. The content of the course has been dealt with in a somewhat superficial manner, leaving the connections between the issues somewhat unclear and the independent reflection somewhat inadequate. The use of sources is mostly poor to satisfactory.
• 3 = The learning objectives of the course have been well achieved. The content of the course is well mastered and is dealt with in a reflective and relational manner. The use of sources is mainly in line with the guidelines.
• 4 = The learning outcomes of the course have been achieved to an apparently commendable degree. The content of the course is handled in a somewhat analytical and systematically controlled manner, involving well-founded independent thinking and also demonstrating mastery of general academic skills. The use of sources is mainly very good.
• 5 = Both the course objectives and the more general academic competence objectives are excellently met. The content of the course is very well mastered and is dealt with in a structured and analytical manner, including reasoned, relevant and critical reflection. The use of sources is largely excellent.

Target group: Open University students, classroom and subject teachers, health professionals

This course can also be taken on a flexible timetable. In this case, the lectures will be studied from recordings and the online seminar will be carried out as agreed with the teacher. The seminar part should be completed before the start of the next course. The essay must be returned during the course time period. More information: https://aykt.edu.oulu.fi/ohjeita-ja-tietoja/joustava-aikataulu