HSP446 Pedagogy

Code HSP446
Name Pedagogy
Status Compulsory/Courses of Limited Choice; Courses of Free Choice
Level and type Post-graduate Studies, Academic
Field of study Pedagogy
Faculty
Academic staff Alīda Zigmunde, Karine Oganisjana
Credit points 2.0 (3.0 ECTS)
Parts 1
Annotation The study course acquaints with the subject and basic categories of research in the science of pedagogy. Different theories of pedagogy are considered, as well as current problems of pedagogy are described. Learning the content of the study course takes place in a close context of theory and practice. In order to ensure active learning, students are involved in group discussions, situation analysis, literature studies, presentations on a current pedagogical problem chosen by themselves or given by the lecturer. Thus, the link between theory and practice is also emphasized. Students evaluate the knowledge gained in theory in a specific pedagogical situation. The reflexive questions proposed by the teaching staff allow the student to deepen his understanding of the learning process, its basic elements and their mutual connection: the style of the teacher and learning motivation, cooperation in a pedagogical environment. Learning the content is organized in such a way that students improve their ability to cooperate, share experiences and exchange ideas..
Contents
Content Full- and part-time intramural studies Part time extramural studies
Contact hours Independent work Contact hours Independent work
Pedagogy: art or science? Branches of pedagogical science. 2 3 1 4
The subject of pedagogy. The relationship between pedagogic theory and practice. Humanpedagogy. 2 3 1 6
Interpretation of current education issues. The values education. Ideas of A. Adler, R. Dreikur. 2 3 2 6
Different philosophies of education. Theories about teaching. Theories about learning. 4 6 1 6
The roles of the teacher/lecturer. Pedagogical competence and ethical principles. 2 3 2 6
The individual nature of the learner. Diversity of students learning strategies and study skills. Individualization of learning 4 6 2 6
The motivation for learning. 2 3 1 6
Components of the learning process. Teaching content, methods and forms of organization. 4 6 2 6
Cooperation in the learning process. Pedagogical contact. Conflict resolution. 4 6 2 6
Learning outcomes and their evaluation. 4 6 1 6
Knowledge, skills and competences. Quality assessment in education. 2 3 1 6
Total: 32 48 16 64
Goals and objectives
of the course in terms
of competences and skills 		The aim of the study course is to create an understanding of the science of pedagogy and its categories in the context of theory and practice, to encourage and motivate students for pedagogical activity. Tasks of the study course: - to create an understanding of the regularities of pedagogy, basic principles, basic categories of didactics; - to teach how to apply different teaching methods, forms of organization, analyse situations according to the principles of humanistic pedagogy, demonstrate her/his skills to see and characterize pedagogical problems, identify literature on the relevant problem and prepare an essay; - to teach to apply the knowledge and skills acquired in the study course, knowledge and theories approved in pedagogy at work and in communication; - to develop skills and desire to achieve higher results at work by motivating employees; - to teach how to involve everyone in decision-making and evaluations, to promote the search for methods to create a positive atmosphere in the collective, to improve the ability to act ethically, to develop oratorical and good speaking skills, to teach how to justify the motives of actions and to be able to form a positive attitude towards people, work, society; - to develop teaching skills and presentation skills, stimulate creative thinking.
Learning outcomes
and assessment 		Is able to describe, analyse and evaluate humanistic theories in pedagogy. - Essay. Seminar discussions. Exam or test work.
Is able to compare different didactical approaches and describe the main ideas, evaluate the pedagogical principles and teachers` role. - Case study. Exam or test work.
Is able to reflect on their own learning skills and strategies. - Idea map. Exam or test work.
Is able to illustrate and describe their didactical consideration based on a specific example. - Practical tasks. Exam or test work.
Is able to work with a problem oriented focus. - Case study. Exam or test work.
Knows the basic principles of pedagogy. - Practical tasks. Exam or test work.
Knows the competency approach. - Case study. Exam or test work.
Evaluation criteria of study results
Activity in lectures - 10%
Participation in practical work, involvement in discussions - 30%
Preparation of reports and presentation of essay, involving the audience - 35%
Case study, idea maps - 10%
Exam or final test - 15%
 
Course prerequisites Basic knowledge of general psychology; understanding of cognitive processes, their meaning.
Course planning
Part CP ECTS Hours Tests Tests (free choice)
Lectures Practical Lab. Test Exam Work Test Exam Work
1 2.0 3.0 1.0 1.0 0.0 * *
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