Program Overview

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Course Overview

Course Description

The course is part of the full-time, post graduate teacher training programme (PPU). Together with the courses in pedagogy and subject didactics, this course provides the basis for teaching grades 5-13. Supervised practice is an integral part of the program; thus, the course content focuses on a holistic approach to teaching, and is comprised by a connection between pedagogy, subject didactics, and practical training.

Course Details

Course Code

PPU4120

Course Name

Practical Teacher Training - Full Time

Credits

0

Level

Third-year courses, level III

Course Start

Autumn 2025

Duration

2 semesters

Language of Instruction

Norwegian

Location

Trondheim

Examination Arrangement

Supervised training

Learning Outcomes

The student will be able to:

• exercise effective class leadership in an inclusive learning community in order to promote equality and academic/social learning and development
• build relationships between the students and between the teacher and the student, and collaborate with all students, guardians, colleagues and other actors relevant to the school system
• plan and implement practical and varied teaching based on research and experience-based knowledge
• evaluate the pupils' learning and academic development in light of relevant curricula and professional ethical perspectives
• document students' learning and provide learning-promoting feedback that helps the pupils reflect on their own learning
• adapt teaching according to current curricula and legislation, and motivate for pupils/apprentices' learning and development
• identify specific needs of students, including identifying signs of violence or sexual abuse, and quickly take appropriate action on the basis of professional judgment and in collaboration with the best interests of the student
• act professionally and critically reflect on their own development, academic, subject didactic and ethical issues
• has a professional student view and can realize the school's community values in line with the school's community mandate
• recognize the value of organizational work, team work, and school-home collaboration
• initiate and carry out R&D projects in collaboration with the educational institution and the practice school

Learning Methods and Activities

In order to realize the objectives of the course, an interaction between practice experiences, acquisition of relevant theories, concepts and reflection is required. The practical training in teacher education spans over two semesters. Normally, the practice is discontinued with 6 weeks in the autumn semester and 8 weeks in the spring semester.

Compulsory Assignments

• 2 Development talks
• 6 Documents for supervision
• Practice visits for the first semester
• Practice visits for the second semester
• Participation at Oppstartsdagene
• 75% participation in lectures at Campus
• Knowledge about the school as an organisation
• Teacher profile
• Reflection log
• Practice teaching

Evaluation

The final assessment in the course is a comprehensive assessment of the teaching practice related to learning objectives, which includes associated practice reports, practice follow-up and compulsory activities. The practice teachers and follow-up teachers write reports, all of which must be approved in order to receive a "Pass" in the course.

Specific Conditions

Admission to a programme of study is required:

• Educational Theory and Practice - Full Time Post Graduate (1 year) (PRPED)
• Master's Degree with integrated Post Graduate Teacher Training (MPPU)

Subject Areas

• Practical teacher training