Linguistic Ethnography from an Educational Perspective

This course introduces basic theoretical points of departure in linguistic ethnography and examines the field's emergence in relation to other similar research fields.

The focus of the course is on research on multilingualism, identity, and learning in educational contexts. You are introduced to a number of core texts and key concepts are discussed. We will also discuss and problematize the application and significance of a linguistic ethnographic approach in scientific publications on multilingualism, identity, and learning in educational contexts. In addition, you will transcribe and analyze interactional data and discuss the implications of different transcription and analytical choices. Finally, you will report on and discuss ethical aspects of linguistic ethnographic research.

The course is given in collaboration with the Centre for Research on Bilingualism, Department of Swedish Language and Multilingualism, Stockholm University.

Once the course is in progress, the web-based learning platform Canvas will be used for communication, learning activities and course assignments.


Teaching Format

The teaching consists of seminars. Participation in seminars is compulsory and a prerequisite for examination in the course. Attendance of at least 80 % of all teaching sessions is mandatory. The language of instruction is English.


Assessment

The course is examined through oral presentations and written assignments.

Grading criteria US544F - valid from Autumn 2026 pdf, 230.7 kB.

Examiner

The schedule will be available no later than one month before the start of the course. We do not recommend print-outs as changes can occur. At the start of the course, your department will advise where you can find your schedule during the course.


Note that the course literature can be changed up to two months before the start of the course.


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