Knowledge

The student...

has broad knowledge of key topics, theories, and issues within multicultural education
possesses extensive knowledge of fundamental theoretical perspectives on multilingualism, cultural belonging, integration, and inclusion in a multicultural society
is knowledgeable about the history, traditions, uniqueness, and role of multilingual education in developmental, learning, and identity processes
familiarizes themselves with factors and theoretical perspectives on what promotes and hinders equal educational and employment opportunities for individuals with linguistic and ethnic minority backgrounds at both individual and societal levels
acquires knowledge about immigration trends in Norway and understands educational and career choices among individuals with linguistic and ethnic minority backgrounds

Skills

The student...

can illuminate the relationship between language, culture, and identity, as well as opportunities for integration and inclusion in multicultural and multilingual societies
can discuss adaptation possibilities in a multicultural context
can identify and reflect on discriminatory practices that impede equal participation in education and society along ethnic lines at both individual and societal levels
can apply subject knowledge about the participation of immigrant populations in education and the workforce to solve relevant issues

General competence

The student...

can reflect on professional and ethical issues related to multicultural education in education, the workforce, and society in general
can plan, assess, and facilitate inclusive practices and development work in learning and work contexts
can discuss the opportunities, limitations, and challenges related to educational institutions' and workplaces' work with cultural and linguistic diversity
can compose an academic text on topics related to multicultural education with reflection, argumentation, and discussion related to theory and empirical evidence in the field

Subject description 5347

Multicultural pedagogy