Society, Profession and Ethics 1
| Structure Type: | Course |
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| Code: | SOSAET20 |
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| Type: | Compulsory |
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| Level: | Bachelor |
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| Credits: | 1.0 points |
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| Language of Instruction: | Finnish |
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Course Implementations, Planned Year of Study and Semester
| Curriculum | Semester | Credits | Start of Semester | End of Semester |
| SOSALA-2015 |
1 spring |
1.0 |
2016-01-01 |
2016-07-31 |
| SOSALA-2016 |
1 spring |
1.0 |
2017-01-01 |
2017-07-31 |
Learning Outcomes
Students are able to reflectively examine current issues in society and in the social field, as well as their personal learning experiences. They have developed their argumentation, reflection and discussion skills. Students know how to examine current issues from the perspective of professional ethics and their professional competence, defining new learning and development goals based on the competence descriptions for Bachelors of Social Services. Students are aware of their competencies, strengths and options in career planning. They take into consideration social and professional dimensions of sustainable development. They have learnt how to evaluate value conflicts and seek solutions based on professional ethics. Students are motivated to promote equality and tolerance and seek to prevent disadvantage from the perspectives of the society, individual and community. On the basis of their competence and ethical values, students are prepared to influence decision-making.
Student's Workload
26 hours
Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses
previous studies are not required
Contents
- current topics in society and in the social field
- argumentation, reflection, discussion
- professional ethics and professional competence
- competences of Bachelors of Social Services
- ecological, economic, social and cultural sustainable development
- student's own competence, strengths and development needs, career planning
Recommended or Required Reading
- current material
Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
introductory talks on current topics, work in small groups, writing reflections, analysis of one's learning, personal discussions on professional growth
Assessment Criteria
Evaluation: pass/fail scale
Passed: Studets are able
- to review phenomena in society from the view point of Barchelor of Social Work
- ground their viewpoints based on principles of professional ethics
- recognizes one’s individual attitudes and values
Assessment Methods
reflection papers, analysis of learning, preparing oneself for discussions with the lecturer
Work Placement
the study course does not include practice
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