Theories of Social Work and Social Work Approaches (5 cr)

Objectives (course unit)

Student
- is able to evaluate and utilize the theoretical starting points of social work
- is able to analyze and implement work orientations in social work
- master the ethical background of the social sector
- master customer orientation
- is able to evaluate different practice studies in the social field and in her own working context

Content (course unit)

Theoretical basis and working orientations of social work
Social ethics
Practice research in the social field

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

The main topics of the course are covered in assignments. The student recognizes and describes the theoretical starting points of social work. Identifies concepts, but does not show much about applying them to one's own thinking or to structuring one's social work practices and perceptions.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

The main themes of the course are vcovered. The student is proficient in the theoretical background of social work. Student defines the concepts, and reflects them to their own thinking, experiences and perceptions. The student is able to analyze the work orientations of social work based on theoretical understanding in a comprehensive and versatile way and to apply the knowledge obtained in practice.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

The student has a clear and diverse understanding of the theoretical background of social work and is able to critically analyze the theoretical basis of social work orientations. The student is able to apply social theory in various contexts and is capable of critical theoretical reflection. The practical application of knowledge and theory is extensive and analytical.

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

The objectives of the course have not been achieved. All aspects of the course have not been successfully completed.

Location and time

25.8.-10.11.2023

Exam schedules

Tentti 10.11.2023 kontaktiopetuspäivän aikana.

Assessment methods and criteria

Itsenäisen esseetehtävän suorittaminen (hyv.), ryhmätöiden keskustelu/vertaispalaute (hyv.) sekä ryhmätyö (0-5) ja tentti (0-5)

Assessment scale

0-5

Teaching methods

Luennot/kontaktiopetus
Ryhmätyöskentely ja yhteistoiminnallinen opiskelu
Itsenäinen työskentely
Tentti

Learning materials

Payne, Malcom (2020) How to Use Social Work Theory in Practice : An Essential Guide.
Linkki tenttikirjaan: https://ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/tampere/detail.action?docID=6007142

Banks, Sarah & Nohr Kirsten (2012) Practising Social Work Ethics Around the World : Cases and Commentaries. Linkki tenttikirjaan: https://ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/tampere/detail.action?pq-origsite=primo&docID=735283

Lisäksi luennolla esillä olleet materiaalit ja muut julkaisut aihealueesta. Tarkennetaan opintojakson alussa.

Content scheduling

pe 25.8. klo 8.30-15.30 kontaktiopetus (LÄHI)
itsenäinen välitehtävä (essee)
to 14.9. klo 12.30-15.30 kontaktiopetus ja ryhmätehtävän aloitus (LÄHI)
työtä ryhmätehtävän parissa, kirjallinen raportti ja esitys
toisten ryhmien töiden lukeminen ja keskustelu/vertaispalaute Moodlessa ajalla 5.10.-11.10.
pe 13.10. klo 8.30-11.30 ryhmien esitykset ja yhteistoiminnallinen oppiminen, keskustelut (LÄHI)
pe 10.11. klo 12.30-15.30 tentti ja loppukeskustelu (LÄHI)