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Community WorkLaajuus (5 cr)

Code: SS00BB25

Credits

5 op

Teaching language

  • English

Responsible person

  • Johanna Ripatti
  • Anne-Mari Hyvönen

Learning objectives

Learning objectives:

You understand how civil society works and what is the role of civil society in democratic societies. You recognize what the main challenges and future possibilities are in terms of citizen and community participation. You understand the theory and practice of community work as part of social and educational work. You recognize the ways to support communities in terms of social justice, equity, and inclusion. You can utilize and apply participatory methods and community work practices.

Content

Content:
-The basics of community work and community development, especially in the context of civil society
- Community work as a socio-pedagogical practice
- The concept of inclusion is examined in relation to civil rights, active citizenship, communities, social justice, and equity
- The participatory and inclusive working methods as an essential part of the community work approach, both in theory and practice

Materials

The material to be used will be announces at the beginning of the study period.

Further information

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Enrollment

01.10.2024 - 31.10.2024

Timing

13.01.2025 - 07.05.2025

Credits

5 op

Virtual proportion (cr)

5 op

Mode of delivery

Distance learning

Teaching languages
  • English
Degree programmes
  • Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
  • Johanna Ripatti
  • Anne-Mari Hyvönen
Student groups
  • SS23KM
    Bachelor of Social Services, Multi-form studies
  • SS23KMR
    Bachelor of Social Services, Correctional services, Multi-form studies

Teaching methods

100% online learning.

Student workload

5 credits, 135h.

Materials

Course materials can be found in the Moodle e-learning platform of the course.