Program Overview

AAU Modules

The AAU Modules program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of controversy mapping and its applications in various fields.

Learning Objectives

The program aims to equip students with the following knowledge, skills, and competences:

Knowledge

• Explain theories about contested knowledge, public knowledge controversies, and controversy mapping
• Explain theories about the learning potentials and democratic potentials of controversies

Skills

• Apply a range of digital/qualitative research tools to trace out the way in which issues become controversial
• Use dynamic visualization tools to map controversies in an accessible manner
• Produce a website or a similar digital product that enables participants in a controversy to navigate the complexities of the issue
• Work collaboratively with large amounts of heterogeneous data
• Conduct visual network analysis

Competences

• Approach the interplay between science and politics from a practical perspective
• Provide a navigational instrument to the participants in a controversy
• Develop and provide a narrative account of the results of the controversy mapping

Type of Instruction

The program includes:

• Lectures
• Classroom instructions
• Exercises
• Seminars
• Case analysis
• Teacher feedback
• Reflection

Exam

Exams

• Name of exam: Mapping Controversies
• Type of exam: Oral exam
• Oral examination in which visualizations of controversies (homepages) are presented and defended
• ECTS: 5
• Assessment: 7-point grading scale
• Type of grading: Internal examination
• Criteria of assessment: The criteria of assessment are stated in the Examination Policies and Procedures

Facts about the Module

• Danish title: Kortlægning af offentlige videnkontroverser
• Module code: TBITANK18203
• Module type: Course
• Duration: 1 semester
• Semester: Autumn
• ECTS: 5
• Language of instruction: English
• Empty-place Scheme: Yes
• Location of the lecture: Campus Aalborg, Campus Copenhagen
• Responsible for the module: Lars Botin, Lars Bo Henriksen
• Used in: Curriculum for The Master's Programme in Techno-Anthropology - 2018 - Copenhagen

Organisation

• Study Board: Study Board of Techno-Anthropology and Sustainable Design
• Department: Department of Planning
• Faculty: The Technical Faculty of IT and Design

About Aalborg University

Aalborg University is a Danish university with a strong focus on problem-based learning and interdisciplinary research. The university has a long history of collaboration with industry and society, and it is known for its innovative and dynamic approach to education and research.

Organisation

Aalborg University is organized into several faculties, each with its own department and study boards. The university has a strong focus on interdisciplinary research and collaboration, and it has established several research centers and institutes to promote this.

Strategy and Development Contract

Aalborg University has a strategic plan that outlines its goals and objectives for the future. The plan focuses on strengthening the university's research and education, as well as its collaboration with industry and society.

Quality Assurance of Education

Aalborg University has a strong focus on quality assurance of education, and it has established several procedures to ensure the high quality of its programs. The university is accredited by the Danish Accreditation Institution, and it is a member of several international organizations that promote quality in higher education.

International Cooperation

Aalborg University has a strong focus on international cooperation, and it has established partnerships with several universities and research institutions around the world. The university participates in several international programs, such as Erasmus and Nordplus, and it has a large number of international students and staff.

Problem-Based Learning (PBL)

Aalborg University is known for its problem-based learning approach, which focuses on real-world problems and challenges. The university's programs are designed to equip students with the skills and competences needed to solve complex problems and challenges in their future careers.

History, Prices, and Honors

Aalborg University has a long history, dating back to 1974. The university has received several awards and honors for its innovative approach to education and research, and it is ranked among the top universities in the world.