Study programme title in Est.
Kutseõpetaja
Study programme title in Engl.
Vocational Teacher
TalTech study programme code
HALM15
MER study programme code
135197
Study programme version code
HALM15/25
Faculty / college
E - School of Engineering
Head of study programme/study programme manager
Tiia Rüütmann
Language of instruction
Estonian
Self-paid study programme
no
Nominal study period
6 semesters
Study programme group
Teacher Training and Educational Science
Broad area of study
Education
Curriculum group
Training for teachers with subject specialisation
Granting the right to conduct studies in the study programme group
õppe läbiviimise õigus
Validity date of the right to conduct studies in the study programme group
tähtajatu
Access conditions
Bachelor degree or education of corresponding qualification in accordance with admission requirements of TalTech and Tallinn University.
Study programme aims and objectives
The aim of the curriculum is:
- to provide oppportunities for acquiring comprehensive academic education and the competences required for working as a vocational teacher;
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- to develop an understanding of the functions of vocational education in the society;
- to support the development of preparedness for life-long learning, including the continuation of studies on the doctoral level;
- to develop the competencies for creating a learning environment which supports development.
The module of Didactics for specialisation as a technical teacher has been accredited by International Society of Engineering Education (IGIP). Persons, who have passed studies according to the module, may apply for the qualification of International Engineering Educator (ING-PAED IGIP) from IGIP Estonian Monitoring Committee. Learning outcomes of the study programme
After completing the curriculum the student:
- understands the key terms, theories and research methods in educational science, vocational education and didactics;
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- critically evaluates various educational paradigms and their implementation, including the creation of a learning environment;
- establishes interdisciplinary links between pedagogic and specialty-based knowledge;
- analyses pedagogic processes and the factors affecting these processes from the viewpoint of the comprehensive development needs of the learner;
- demonstrates through independent research his/her in-depth knowledge in the field of educational science and teacher training both in Estonian and in a foreign language;
- is prepared to work as a vocational teacher and to participate in the civil society by following ethical principles;
- understands the links between vocational education, the society and the economy on the national and international level. Graduation requirements
Completion of the curriculum in the required amount, and the successful defence of the graduation paper in conformity with the requirements set by the TalTech Senate. Show more...
In order to obtain Cum Laude diploma the graduation paper must be defended for the grade "5" and the weighted average grade must be at least 4,60, where all grades from diploma supplement are taken into account. Degrees conferred
Master of Arts in Education
Study programme version structure :
Module type
total ECTS credits
+
MAIN SPECIALITY 1: vocational teacher
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MINOR SPECIALITY MODULE: Teaching STEM (Science, technology, engineering, mathematics)
Aims
- to develop a scientific and systemic understanding of the key terms and theories of Engineering Pedagogy and the effective interactive teaching process;
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- to develop an understanding of contemporary models, strategies and methods of Engineering Pedagogy for integrated teaching of engineering and technology, taking into account the students´ individual needs and different learning styles;
- to support the competences of technical teachers in engineering pedagogy in the teaching process, in order to plan, effectively conduct and analyse the teaching process, to give feedback to students and evaluate their learning outcomes;
- to develop an understanding of the process of contemporary product development and innovation, the principles of standardisation and quality, and their implementation in teaching engineering.
The module is accredited by International Society for Engineering Pedagogy, those who have passed the module may apply for qualification of International Engineering educator ING-PAED IGIP (www.igip.org ) Please consult with Estonian Centre for Engineering Pedagogy. Learning outcomes
After completing the module the student:
- understands the basic concepts, theories and contemporary development trends of Engineering Pedagogy;
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- understands the theoretical principles and key concepts of didactics in teaching engineering, plans competently and creatively a didactically sound teaching process, by taking into account the students’ individual needs and different learning styles;
- is able to manage interactive learning by implementing contemporary learner-centered teaching and assessment methods;
- chooses and compiles learning tasks which integrate speciality-based competences, didactically effective teaching materials, and uses appropriate technological study aids, taking into account the differences of the learners and the learning outcomes;
- understands the basic principles and strategies of product management and innovation, standardisation and quality, is able to implement these in his/her work and to analyse the efficiency of his/her work.
Please consult with Estonian Centre for Engineering Pedagogy. Compulsory courses:
Course title
Course code
ECTS credits
Hours per week
Lectures
Practices
Exercises
E/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.
Teaching semester
EME0030
6.0
4.0
4.0
0.0
0.0
A
SK
EME0040
6.0
4.0
2.0
2.0
0.0
E
SK
EME0140
6.0
4.0
2.0
0.0
2.0
E
SK
EME0230
6.0
4.0
2.0
0.0
2.0
A
SK
EME0450
6.0
4.0
2.0
2.0
0.0
A
SK
KAE7056.HR
3.0
1.0
1.0
0.0
0.0
E
SK
KAN7049.HR
6.0
4.0
4.0
0.0
0.0
E
S
MMO5631
6.0
4.0
3.0
0.0
1.0
E
SK
