The emergence of the global science community – how it works, disciplines and interdisciplinarity. Classical ideas in the theory of science. The history of ideas within technological sciences. Studies of the relationship between technology and learning.
FLF3012 Theory of Science Perspectives on Technology and Learning 7.5 credits
This course welcomes doctoral students interested in technology and learning, and focuses on relevant knowledge theory, sociology of science, and history of ideas perspectives.
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Course syllabus FLF3012 (Autumn 2019–)Content and learning outcomes
Course contents
Intended learning outcomes
On passing the course, the student should be able to;
- discuss and compare natural science, engineering science, and the educational science within these domains, drawing on knowledge theory and sociology of science perspectives
- critically discuss research within technology and learning in the light of knowledge theory, sociology of science, and history of ideas perspectives
- formulate a chosen research approach by relating to perspectives and approaches discussed in the course, and formulate constructive critique/feedback on the work of other doctoral candidates
Literature and preparations
Specific prerequisites
Admitted to doctoral education, primarily in Technology and Learning and adjacent subject areas.
Recommended prerequisites
Equipment
Literature
Announced three weeks before course start
Examination and completion
If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.
Grading scale
Examination
- LEXA - Continuous assessment, 7.5 credits, grading scale: P, F
Based on recommendation from KTH’s coordinator for disabilities, the examiner will decide how to adapt an examination for students with documented disability.
The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.
Opportunity to complete the requirements via supplementary examination
Opportunity to raise an approved grade via renewed examination
Examiner
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.