Introduction to the Sciences of Education |
Y13 - Introduction to the Sciences of Education Tutor: Despina Karakatsani Semester: 1st ECTS: 4 Short Description: This course will help students discover the field of the Sciences of Education and become acquainted with basic principles-concepts and methodological tools. The course helps students understand the evolution of pedagogical theory from the 19thto the 20th century, the contemporary pedagogical and educational problems and issues, the disciplinary constitution of the pedagogical science within the Greek and the European context. The course is divided into 3 parts: Aims: The course aims to help students acquire the tools for a critical approach and reading of the conceptual framework of pedagogical and educational sciences, analysis of the epistemological dimensions, the disciplinary construction, the role of educational science and the pedagogical sciences, the autonomy of the science, the connection to the profession and the other scientific fields. Learning Outcomes: Students who complete the course should be able:
Structure: The course includes 13 three-hour interactive lectures supported, where appropriate, by written texts and PowerPoint presentations; student discussions on pre-issued questions and key readings. Assessment: Assessment by written exams at the end of the semester. Bibliography: Flitner, A. (1998), Authoritarian or Liberal Education? Typothito, Athens. |