MAIKT-STI Multimodal Design Course description

The examination is assessed by two internal examiners.

An external programme supervisor is used according to OsloMet’s guidelines to appointing and use of examiners.

No prerequisites required.

A student who has completed this course has the following learning outcomes defined in terms of knowledge, skills and general competence:

Knowledge

The student

• has advanced knowledge of concepts, components and frameworks deriving from central theories, paradigms and approaches within the field of multimodal texts and Internet design
• has knowledge about specific issues that are pertinent to development and change of digital genres

Skills

The student

• can analyse interrelationships between digital genres and possibilities for education
• can identify and analyse relevant research issues within the field of multimodal design
• can present issues within the field of multimodal design in a focused manner in written and oral form, applying appropriate academic rules and procedures

General competence

The student

• can document analytical competencies in major areas of the field of multimodal design
• can communicate and discuss research-based knowledge in the field of multimodal design with professionals and non-professionals
• can contribute in critical ways to the development of the field of multimodal design

Although the sub themes of Philosophy of Science and Research Methods are presented separately below, they should be seen in connection so that the students can understand relationship between forms of knowledge and approaches.

Philosophy of Science includes (among other themes):

• an introduction to different positions in philosophy of science and their place in educational research
• issues related to teaching, professional development and learning in light of various positions in philosophy of science
• research ethics

Research Methods include, among outher things:

• joint scientific methodological concepts, including general reliability and validity issues
• different research methods with particular relevance to educational contexts
• knowledge of research design and application of research methodology in masters work

No course work requirements.

The exam consists of a product (multimodal educational resource) together with an individual written report (1500 words +/-10 %). The evaluation of the report will emphasise on the students¿ ability to reflect on theory and practice linked to the planning and making of the multimodal educational resource.

New/postponed exam

New/postponed exam will be conducted in the same way as the ordinary exam. A revised version of the exam can be submitted.

Examination support material is permitted.

A scale from A-F, with E being the lowest pass grade.

An internal and an external examiner.