Special Pedagogics
| Structure Type: | Study unit |
|---|---|
| Code: | SSAA0404 |
| Type: | Compulsory / Professional Studies |
| Curriculum: | S-SA 2010V |
| Level: | Bachelor of Social Services |
| Credits: | 2 cr |
| Responsible Teacher: | Pöntinen, Katri |
| Language of Instruction: | Finnish |
Courses
| Impl. | Group(s) | Study Time | Teacher(s) | Language | Enrolment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | S-SA-1VK | 2011-03-07 – 2011-05-27 | Heidi Blom | Finnish | 2011-02-14 – 2011-03-13 |
Learning Outcomes
The student gets familiar with special education´s ideas of man, objectives and practices. The student will learn to recognize and evaluate the need for special education.
Student's Workload
Together 54hrs
Contents
Social and emotional problems in growing and development. The need for special education. Supporting a child with special needs. Special groups in day-care centres. Possibility for support in schools. Special pedagogics and adulthood. Supported employment.
Recommended or Required Reading and Other Learning Resources/Tools
Ladonlahti, T. & Naukkarinen, A & Vehmas, S. (toim.) 1998. Poikkeava vai erityinen?: erityispedagogiikan monet ulottuvuudet. Jyväskylä. Atena.
Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Lectures, independent studies.
Assessment Criteria
Grade 1-2: The student remembers, understands and knows how to explain and interpret the concepts of special pedagogics.
Grade 3: The student knows how to apply and use the concepts of special pedagogics in new situations and in problem-solving.
Grade 4-5: The student is able to evaluate, analyse and make comparisons in the field of assignments in special pedagogics. The student is capable of forming a general view of the significance of different factors in the work of social services.
Assessment Methods
Group work 50 %, exam 50%. Numeric evaluation.