Educational systems (OPEN UNI)

Prerequisites: Basic studies in education and the course "Theory of Education and Culture"

Recommended optional programme components: The course is part of the Intermediate Studies (35-45 credits) in Education.

After completing the course, students will be able to

• understand the historical development of the Finnish education system from the 19th century to the present day
• interpret discussions on education policy and form their own considered views on these topics
• communicate and discuss seminar presentations related to the course content
• develop their professional skills and seek employment in various educational institutions.

Mode of teaching: Online teaching. Lectures (12 h), web seminar (12 h), independent work (111 h). More detailed instructions on course assignments in Moodle at the beginning of the course.

Ahonen, S. (2003). Yhteinen koulu – tasa-arvoa vai tasapäisyyttä? Koulutuksellinen tasa-arvo Suomessa Snellmanista tähän päivään, Vastapaino.

Lampinen, O. (2003). Suomen koulutusjärjestelmän kehitys (3. p), Gaudeamus.

As well as more recent supplementary research literature, which will be discussed in lectures. 

Exercises and course essay.

• 0 = The performance 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.

Language of instruction: Finnish

Timing: 2nd year

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