Basics of rural extension and project work

Structure Type: Course
Code: KA01ATUKE04
Level: Bachelor
Credits: 3.0 points
Responsible Teacher: Tiainen, Juha
Teacher Team: Suojaranta, Juhani
Language of Instruction: Finnish

Learning Outcomes

Students will be familiar with various types of rural areas and understand those areas as places to live and acquire livelihood. They will understand rural policies and the principles of rural development. Students will also be familiar with organisations involved in providing consultation on issues pertaining to rural areas and rural developmen, as well as with how such organisations work. Students will understand the various modes and procedures of consultation and know how to assess consulation work.

Student's Workload

Will be announced at the beginning of the course.

Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses

No previous studies are required.

Contents

- Types of rural areas and the countryside as a place to live and acquire livelihood
- Scheme-based rural development and principles of rural policies
- Organisations carrying out consultation and development in rural areas
- Various modes and procedures of consultation as well as clientele
- Evaluating consultation work

Recommended or Required Reading

Material distributed during lecures.

Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

- Contact teaching: 50 %
- Assignments and familiarisation with field-related development work: 20 %
- Independent study: 30 %

Assessment Criteria

The grading will be announced during the lessons.

Assessment Methods

- Active participation in lectures and field trips
- Exam

Work Placement

None

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