Theoretical foundation of the work in the social field
| Structure Type: | Course |
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| Code: | KFG11B0031 |
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| Level: | Bachelor |
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| Credits: | 2.0 points |
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| Responsible Teacher: | Hietaniemi, Elina |
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| Teacher Team: | Perttula, Katariina |
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| Language of Instruction: | Finnish |
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Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the course, students will understand the knowledge base in the field of social work and how it is derived from multiple disciplines and sources of knowledge. They will become aware of how reflective activity and the relationship between the individual and society/community shape their work. They will be able to describe the historical development of social work in Finland and explore current areas of professional practice. They will know how to define the aims of social work and their connection with the underpinning values, conceptions of human nature, theoretical models and ethical principles. Students will learn to use social field concepts in oral and written communication and to explore social work as a professional practice from mulitple perpectives.
Student's Workload
Will be announced at the beginning of the course.
Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses
No previous studies are required.
Contents
- Concept and scope of social work and of work in the social field
- History of social field work
- Practices and workers
- Theoretical models for the work
- Competence and professionalism in social work
- Client-centred work
- Ethical principles in the social field
- Goal-oriented work process in social work
Recommended or Required Reading
Koskinen, S. 2010. Gerontologinen sosiaalityö. Teoksessa Gerontologia ja Seppänen, M. 2006 Gerontologinen sosiaalityö tai Ylinen, Satu. 2008. Gerontologinen sosiaalityö - tiedonmuodostus ja asiantuntijuus; Arki, arvot, elämä, etiikka - Sosiaalialan ammattilaisen eettiset ohjeet. Soveltuvin osin seuraavat teokset; Seppänen, M & Karisto, A (toim.) 2007. Vanhuus ja Sosiaalityö : Raunio, K. 2004. Olennainen sosiaalityössä; Kananoja, Lähteinen & Marjamäki (toim.) 2011. Sosiaalityön käsikirja; Suomi, A & Hakonen, S (toim.) 2008. Kuluerästä voimavaraksi. Laitinen , M & Pohjola A (toim.) 2010. Asiakkuus sosiaalityössä; Ströberg-Jakka, Minna & Karttunen Teija (toim.) Sosiaalityön haasteet.
Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
- Lectures, group work and home exam
Assessment Criteria
Grading will be announced during the course.
Assessment Methods
- Active participation in classroom activities
- Exam (assessment 1-5)
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