Introduction to studies in Finland (1op)

Osaamistavoitteet

Students have sufficient knowledge of the society and culture of the country, especially on the local level, to be able to cope in everyday life. They will also learn where they to seek additional information. Students understand the structure of social work education in Finland and compare it with their own education. Students understand the content, pedagogical ideas and structure of the studies undertaken in Seinäjoki UAS.

Sisältö

The learning environment and support services at Seinäjoki UAS. The structure of social work education in Finland compared to the respective education in other countries. The contents of the course ?Empowerment in Social work".

Esitietovaatimukset

No prerequisites

Arviointikriteerit, tyydyttävä (1)

Active participation in lessons and discussion, assignments.

Oppimateriaalit

www.seamk.fi, http://yle.fi/uutiset/news/, www.finland.fi

Toteutustavat

Lectures and discussions, orientation days at Seinäjoki UAS, A presentation on students' education in their home country, A written reflection on students' learning experiences and learning process.