Theory as a starting point, tools and results in different research about higher education. Theorising as process and how theorising can be reported.
FLF3016 Theory and Theorizing in Higher Education Research 7.5 credits
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Course syllabus as PDF
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Course syllabus FLF3016 (Autumn 2020–)Headings with content from the Course syllabus FLF3016 (Autumn 2020–) are denoted with an asterisk ( )
Content and learning outcomes
Course contents
Intended learning outcomes
The aim of the course is to develop the students' understanding of theory and theories in research about higher education. Focus is both on theories that are used in research about higher education and on theorising as process. The course also examines different understanding of theory as concept.
After passing the course, the student should be able to
- give an account of common theories in research about higher education and compare and discuss these critically
- explain aims and functions for theory and concept formation
- identify and give examples of theorising
- develop theory at the simple level and develop the own ability to independently form theory
Literature and preparations
Specific prerequisites
Doctoral students in Technology and learning, or similar fields where the course can be relevant. Doctoral students in Technology and learning have precedence.
Literature
You can find information about course literature either in the course memo for the course offering or in the course room in Canvas.
Examination and completion
Grading scale
P, F
Examination
- UPP1 - Written report, 7.5 credits, grading scale: P, F
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The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.
If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.
Other requirements for final grade
To pass the course, actively prepared participation in the seminars is also required.
Examiner
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Ethical approach
- All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
- In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
- In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.
Further information
Course room in Canvas
Registered students find further information about the implementation of the course in the course room in Canvas. A link to the course room can be found under the tab Studies in the Personal menu at the start of the course.
Offered by
Education cycle
Third cycle