Education: Teaching and Learning in an International Context 7.5 credits

Internationella studenter jobbar i ett grupprum

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About the course

The course addresses changes and development within global education policies, and examines school systems from an international perspective. The multicultural school is discussed and problematized from different perspectives, including increasing migration and mobility in a global setting. Current trends like monitoring of education are problematized.

Form of instruction

The teaching forms are lectures, seminars and workshops.

Interview with Charlott Wikström

Teacher

Our teacher tells us more about the course.

Campus Experience in Umeå

Taking an on-campus course gives you direct contact with teachers and classmates, makes group work easier, and provides a natural introduction to Swedish student life.

Interactive and Critical Learning

Swedish students taking the course as a free-standing course, international students, and exchange students from around the world contribute to each others learning.

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Frequently asked questions

I am an exchange student. Will you be able to fill in documents (i.e. percentage) from my home university to translate the Swedish grade to percentage so that I can credit my course? 

No, we do not sign these documents. Your home university is responsible for translating Swedish grades into your country's grading system. It may help to present your course work and exams from Umeå University to your home university when you return.

Is attendance at seminars mandatory?

Yes, participation in examining seminars is mandatory, as they form part of the assessment.

Would you like to know more about the course?

Contact the study counsellor

Camilla Jonsson
camilla.jonsson@umu.se

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