The Growth and Development of the Swedish Preschool - From Social Policy to Educational Policy 10 Credits
Course Contents
• International comparisons of early childhood education provision• The debate over the relationship between early childhood education provision and developmental and learning outcomes
• Basic organizational and policy elements of preschool provision in the Nordic countries
• History and development of Swedish preschool provision from both social and educational policy perspectives
• The organization of the Swedish preschool system
• The Swedish preschool curriculum
• The influence of the Swedish preschool model on both Swedish and international education systems
• The debate in Sweden over how to organize preschool education based on a combination of teaching on a scientific basis and proven experience
• The role of preschool teachers and leaders in the development and transformation of preschool policy and pedagogies
Prerequisites
General entry requirements and a bachelor's degree (i.e. the equivalent of 180 ECTS credits at an accredited university) within behavioral science, social work, educational sciences, or related field, including independent, theoretical-based work, i.e. a thesis or equivalent. English proficiency is required. Exemption is granted from requirement in Swedish.Level of Education: Master
Course code/Ladok code: LGDR27
The course is conducted at: School of Education and Communication
