Postgraduate Vocational Teaching Studies grade 8-13

The candidate´s learning outcomes
A candidate who has completed the education has the following learning outcomes defined in terms of knowledge, skills and general competence:

Knowledge:

The candidate

• has vocational didactic and pedagogical knowledge applicable to the grades 8-13
• has knowledge of current statutes and regulations applicable to the training programme and an understanding of the mandate and objectives of the education
• has knowledge of pupils' aptitudes and background as a basis for learning
• has knowledge about learning, learning processes, work methods, learning materials, learning arenas, class management and forms of assessment
• has knowledge about children and adolescents in different life situations, and about the rights of children and young people in a national and international perspective
• has knowledge about youth culture and children and adolescents’ development and education in a range of social and multicultural contexts, including Sami children's and youth culture
• knowledge of methods in research and development work

Skills:

The candidate

• is able to discuss and reflect with fellow students over learning and vocational training in light of professional quality criteria and professional ethical principles
• is able to plan, lead, perform and evaluate teaching in accordance with educational curricula
• is able to use and collaborate on varied ways of working and learning resources in various learning arenas
• is able to make provisions for activities that lead to good professional and social learning processes
• is able to be a distinctive leader and create a motivating and inclusive learning environment
• is able to lead pupils' learning activities and adapt the teaching to pupils with different aptitudes in accordance with current legislation
• is able to establish and develop cooperation with stakeholders throughout the course of education and promote lifelong learning
• is able to apply knowledge based on research and experience

General competence:

The candidate

• is able to reflect over educational and vocational didactic issues
• is able to discuss learning and vocational training from a societal perspective
• stands out as a good role model and functions in the role of vocational teacher in accordance with the values and norms enshrined in the professional ethics platform
• is able to reflect on and further develop own competence and facilitate interaction between different stakeholders in the educational programme
• is able to build relationships with pupils and their parents/guardians, and work together with relevant stakeholders in the educational programme
• to be able to discuss and collaborate on innovation and innovative processes in the vocational education field