Introduction to Social Pedagogy (5 ECTS)

Learning outcomes

Students will be familiar with the theoretical foundations of social pedagogy and its international trends. They will recognise the values that socio-pedagogical work is based on, the basic ethical concepts and the principles of professional ethics. Students will also understand the importance of critical thinking.

Content

Social pedagogy as a field of science, a profession and a discipline. Foundation and development of social pedagogy. Central concepts of social pedagogy. Introduction to ethical thinking.

Teaching methods

Lecture, Group Work, Reading and reflection

Location and time

Autumn 2020 - period 1
Myllypuro Campus

Learning materials and recommended literature

* Jan Storø (2013). Practical Social Pedagogy: Theories, values and tools for working with children and young people
* Articles as assigned

Alternative completion methods of implementation

n/a

Internship and working life connections

n/a

Exam dates and retake possibilities

n/a

International connections

international materials used

Student workload

27h per credit

Content scheduling

Tentative Schedule (changes may occur)
15.09.2020 12.45 - 16.00 MPA
18.09.2020 12.45 - 16.00 MPA
24.09.2020 09.00 - 11.45 MPA6017
25.09.2020 09.00 - 11.45 MPA6011
28.09.2020 12.45 - 16.00 MPA6011
01.10.2020 12.45 - 16.00 MPA6017
09.10.2020 12.45 - 16.00 MPA6011
16.10.2020 12.45 - 16.00 MPA6011

Further information for students

The course is targeted primarily to student group SXG20S1
- In case student has prior learning concerning the course RPL application must be done before enrolling the course. If you have any further questions concerning RPL please contact the AHOT teacher of the course.
- In case student has a decision on special support arrangements affecting the course student needs to contact the teacher in charge right after enrollment period.

Assessment methods and criteria

Course Assignments and Readings (30%)
o Student will read all assigned articles for class discussion and reflect on them
o No late papers accepted
• Learning Task (6-8 pgs) (50%)
This is a combination work with the Communication and IT Skills course in an effort to reduce the student’s workload so the final written assignment is for both courses.
• Attendance and Participation (20%)
o Students are expected to attend lectures and participate in discussion groups. Failure to do so will affect your final grade.

Evaluation scale

0-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Assessment:
Assessment criteria as the attachment of the curriculum.
The teacher of the study unit informs the assessment criterias in the beginning of the study unit.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Assessment:
Assessment criteria see the attachment.
The teacher of the study unit informs the assessment criterias in the beginning of the study unit.