Social participation and the disadvantaged (5 ECTS)

Learning outcomes

The students will identify the contributory factors to human well-being. They will understand the importance of inclusion and the sense of community to human well-being. They understand exclusion and being disadvantaged as an individual, a community based and a societal phenomenon. The students are able to distinguish between the structures and processes that cause exclusion in a society. The students identify ways to prevent exclusion.

Content

Contributory factors to well-being and social integration. Social risks and problems at different stages of life. Socio-pedagogical means for supporting participation and preventing exclusion.

Teaching methods

The course consists of lectures, two group assignments, exam and potentially a study visit as well.

Location and time

Teaching mostly takes place on Myllypuro campus. Independent group work takes students to different parts of the capital region. The potential study visit is in Kontula.

- Mon 16 Jan afternoon
- Mon 23 Jan morning
- Fri 27 Jan whole day - independent group work
- Wed 1 Feb morning
- Fri 10 Feb morning - task 1
- Thu 16 Feb morning
- Tue 21 Feb morning - independent group work
- Mon 27 Feb morning - task 2
- Fri 3 March afternoon - online exam

Learning materials and recommended literature

To be announced during the course.

Alternative completion methods of implementation

Not available.

Internship and working life connections

Course consists of an assignment, where interviews are carried out, potentially also a study visit.

Exam dates and retake possibilities

Exam takes place Fri 3 March afternoon. Re-exam opportunities will be announced later.

Assessment methods and criteria

Assessment is based on two group assignments and exam focusing on literature and lecture materials.

Evaluation scale

0-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

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The course instructor will specify the evaluation criteria in the beginning of the course.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

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Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

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Assessment criteria, approved/failed

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