Social Problems
| Structure Type: | Study unit |
|---|---|
| Code: | SSA0401 |
| Type: | Compulsory / Professional Studies |
| Curriculum: | S-SA 2008 |
| Level: | Bachelor of Social Services |
| Year of Study: | 2 (2009-2010) |
| Credits: | 4 cr |
| Responsible Teacher: | Koivisto, Raimo |
| Language of Instruction: | Finnish |
Courses During the Academic Year 2009-2010
| Impl. | Group(s) | Study Time | Teacher(s) | Language | Enrolment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | S-SA-2A | 2009-08-24 – 2009-10-24 | Vuokko Pernaa-Tuomiranta | Finnish | 2009-08-14 – 2009-09-06 |
| 9 | S-SA-2B | 2009-08-24 – 2009-10-24 | Vuokko Pernaa-Tuomiranta | Finnish | 2009-08-14 – 2009-09-06 |
| 10 | 2009-08-24 – 2009-10-24 | Vuokko Pernaa-Tuomiranta | Finnish | 2009-08-14 – 2009-09-06 |
Learning Outcomes
The student knows the factors in communities and societies that affect the everyday life. The student can explain causes for the occuring social problems and knows how to prevent them. The student can identify situations where individuals and families are at risk to face social problems.
Contents
The risk situations, social problems, social networks.
Recommended or Required Reading and Other Learning Resources/Tools
-Saari, Juho. (toim.) 2005. Köyhyyspolitiikka - johdatus sosiaalipolitiikan ytimeen. Sosiaali- ja terveysturvan keskusliitto ry.
-Payne, M. 2005. Modern social work theory. 3. ed. London. Macmillan. (myös 2. ed. 1997 käy)
-Raunio, Kyösti. 2000. Sosiaalityö murroksessa. Gaudeamus. Tampere.
Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Lectures, group work, study visit, individual studies.
Assessment Methods
Participating in group work, lectures and study visit. Assessment or examination. Numeric evaluation.