Engelska B för ämneslärare, 30 HP

Welcome to English B for Secondary Education!

The course consists of the following modules:

Module 1 - Subject-specific education

This course includes subject-specific education theories concerning first, second, and foreign language learning. Students receive an orientation in subject-specific education in relation to current national curricula and syllabi, and apply this knowledge to their own lesson plans. The course also covers assessment of English proficiency in theory and practice, and the unique role of English in historical and intercultural perspectives.

Module 2 - English linguistics II: Language development and language learning

The course is focused on language development and language learning. This module introduces concepts and theories that describe first and second language learning, compares processes that underpin language development and language learning, and considers related issues in bilingualism studies. Students also acquire in-depth theoretical knowledge of the many types of linguistics. An important aspect of the course is that students have the opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge of linguistics to practical field exercises.

Module 3 - English literature before 1800

The module is structured as a historical overview of English fiction before 1800, with a focus on British and American literature. Students read a selection of texts which are related to social and historical contexts through parallel study of developments in the history of British and American literature, culture, and politics.

Module 4 - English literature after 1800

The module is structured as a historical overview of English fiction after 1800, with a focus on British and American literature. Students read a selection of texts which are related to social and historical contexts through parallel study of developments in the history of British and American literature, culture, and politics.

Attendance:

There are some mandatory sessions in module 1. In other modules, attendance is not mandatory, except for oral exams.

Assessment:

• Oral exams
• Take-home exams
• Written exams
• Mandatory attendance

Other course information:

Detailed course information is available on the learning management platform Canvas, including course outline, assignments, and preparation.

Contact information:

Sofia Nylander (administrative officer): sofia.nylander@kau.se

Marie Tåqvist (course convener): marie.taqvist@kau.se

Course teachers:

Module 1. Marika Kjellén, marika.kjellen@kau.se

Module 2. Ying Wang, ying.wang@kau.se

Module 3. Nicklas Hållén, nicklas.hallen@kau.se and Johan Wijkmark, johan.wijkmark@kau.se

Module 4. Nicklas Hållén, nicklas.hallen@kau.se and Johan Wijkmark, johan.wijkmark@kau.se