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Exerting Influence in the Social Care SectorLaajuus (5 cr)

Study unit code: V1478

Credits

5 op

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- identify and apply various methods for promoting inclusion.
- utilise various techniques for exerting influence in society.
- act in cooperation with clients and other actors to develop inclusion

Enrollment

20.05.2024 - 26.05.2024

Timing

01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

RDI proportion

3 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Laurea Tikkurila, sote

Campus

Laurea Tikkurila

Teaching languages
  • English
Seats

20 - 40

Degree programmes
  • Degree Programme in Social Services (SWV), Laurea Tikkurila
Teachers
  • Tanja Tikkanen-Lamminen
  • Social services Virtuaali
Teacher in charge

Lloyd Bethell

Groups
  • SWV223SN
    Degree Programme in Social Services, daytime studies, S23, Tikkurila

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- identify and apply various methods for promoting inclusion.
- utilise various techniques for exerting influence in society.
- act in cooperation with clients and other actors to develop inclusion

Teaching methods

The study unit includes lectures, working life project (working in groups/pairs), report, assignments. The lectures will take place on Laurea Campus. Attendance requirement at the course will be 75% / 100% in order to achieve the required objectives. If your absences are more than 25% you are required to complete a substitute assignment assigned by the teacher.

The course includes individual, paired/ small group assignments, and it´s largely implemented in working life cooperation. Instructions for the assignments will be available at Canvas workspace.

The course includes three modules:
1) Promoting inclusion (1 cr)
2) Exerting influence in society (2 cr)
3) Reinforcing inclusion in cooperation with clients and other actors (2 cr)

Learning materials and recommended literature

Course materials are found in Canvas workspace.

Alternative completion methods of implementation

RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING
Any competence that corresponds to the learning outcomes of the course can be included in it through recognition and accreditation of prior learning. The starting point is competence-based thinking: what matters is your competence itself, not how and where you acquired it. The procedures for the recognition and accreditation of prior learning are Recognition of prior studies and Demonstration of competence.

At first you would need to go carefully through the objectives, contents and assignments of the course to evaluate if there would be some entity / several entities where you already have know-how and competence? If yes, think how you can demonstrate your competence (e.g. earlier certificates, individual essay, short research or development project at your workplace, report, portfolio). Within one week of the start of the course contact the teacher to arrange a Zoom meeting where we will discuss and identify your competence and agree on the method of demonstrating your competence.

Co-operation with working life and/or RDI

Project work in Smile project / Collaboration with a non-governmental organization Yhteiset Lapsemme ry.

Important dates

The course is largely implemented in collaboration with working life. Schedules may have to be changed due to the needs of working life.

According to the degree regulations (section 18) “students must be present in the first contact session or notify their teacher in charge if they cannot attend. If they fail to notify the teacher of their absence in the first contact session, their enrollment will be rejected. Another student in the queue may be enrolled in the study unit in the place of the absent student.” (Laurea degree regulations)

Attendance is also required for the training day on racism and anti-racist working approach and seminar. Additional information about the scheduling and implementation will be provided at the beginning of the course.

In addition to the contact lessons you will have meetings with your study peers (you can set up the dates and times by yourself in connection with the assignment due dates).

Schedules and contents will be clarified at the beginning of the study module.

Students workload

The course is 5 credits and means for the student 134 hours spent studying. (One credit equals approximately 26.7 hours of work.)

It is important that you write down the due dates of the assignments in your calendar and reserve enough time to study.

Further information for students

In case the students absences exceed 25% student is required to complete a substitute assignment assigned by the teacher.

If the required tasks and requirements are not met, the student needs to enroll again for the course.

Grading scale

H-5

Evaluation methods and criteria

“The evaluation of competence is based on the descriptions of objectives in the curricula, and the level of competence is assessed according to the evaluation criteria listed in the implementation plan for the studies.” (Laurea degree regulations).

In this study unit the assessing of the competences will be done by using the criteria set for requirement level I.

As a student you demonstrate that you have met the learning outcomes set for the course by completing the tasks according to the implementation plan. Instructions are given at the beginning of the course.

In the difficulty levels of the evaluation framework, competence is described for levels H/1, 3 and 5. The resulting competence is assessed comprehensively. Good competence (3) also requires the achievement of satisfactory competence, and correspondingly, commendable competence (5) also requires the fulfillment of the evaluation criteria for satisfactory and good competence. If the competence does not fully reach a good level, but meets the criteria for a satisfactory level, a grade of 2 is assigned. Correspondingly, the student receives a grade of 4 if the competence is at a good level, but not yet commendable in all respects.

All staff and students of Laurea are expected to adhere to good scientific practices, which includes appropriate referencing. Familiarize yourself with the practices and, if needed, ask for more information. If Turnit is used when assignments are checked, the teacher will inform the students of this.

Evaluation criteria, fail (0)

All the tasks of the course must be successfully completed in order to receive a performance mark. Students who has failed to demonstrate their competence in accordance with the approved level must supplement or retake their study attainment in a manner and schedule defined by the teacher of the course.

Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

The student is able to:

Professional knowledge basis, information searching and reporting:
- use essential professional concepts when explaining various work practices and situations
- search for information in different sources
- report

Professional practice and workplace development
- work under guidance using the skills and methods learned
- interact with customers and/or co-operation partners
- receive guidance

Assessed as applicable: teamwork skills, leadership and responsibility
- work as a member of a team
- plan the progress of their work and use of time under guidance
- work safely and in accordance with the professional code of conduct
- follow the provided instructions and rules

Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)

The student is able to:

Professional knowledge basis, information searching and reporting:
- use professional concepts in a consistent manner when explaining various work practices and situations
- gather information and use their knowledge basis
- report in the agreed manner

Professional practice and workplace development
- work using the skills and methods learned
- engage in professional interaction with customers and/or co-operation partners and identify their needs
- take part in guidance and utilise it

Assessed as applicable: teamwork skills, leadership and responsibility
- engage in goal-oriented work in a team
- plan and manage the progress of their work and use of time
detect safety-related risks
- justify their actions in accordance with the professional code of conduct

Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)

The student is able to:

Professional knowledge basis, information searching and reporting:
- use professional concepts extensively
- compare and choose relevant information
- report and communicate in a professional manner

Professional practice and workplace development
- work independently, using the skills and methods learned
- take responsibility for interaction with customers and/or co-operation partners and for responding to their needs
- anticipate their need for guidance

Assessed as applicable: teamwork skills, leadership and responsibility
- promote the team’s work and team spirit
- manage their time appropriately, completing the agreed tasks at the required quality level
- work responsibly, applying the skills and methods learned
- plan and evaluate their work, taking safety and/or ethical aspects into consideration

Enrollment

20.04.2023 - 15.05.2023

Timing

31.08.2023 - 30.11.2023

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

RDI proportion

3 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Laurea Tikkurila, sote

Campus

Laurea Tikkurila

Teaching languages
  • English
Seats

20 - 40

Degree programmes
  • Degree Programme in Social Services (SWV), Laurea Tikkurila
Teachers
  • Tanja Tikkanen-Lamminen
  • Social services Virtuaali
Teacher in charge

Tanja Tikkanen-Lamminen

Groups
  • SWV222SN
    Degree Programme in Social Services, daytime studies, S22, Tikkurila

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- identify and apply various methods for promoting inclusion.
- utilise various techniques for exerting influence in society.
- act in cooperation with clients and other actors to develop inclusion

Teaching methods

The study unit includes lectures, working life project (working in groups/pairs), report.

Learning materials and recommended literature

Course materials are found in Canvas learning environment.

Co-operation with working life and/or RDI

MAKU-project, SMILE-project

Important dates

The course is largely implemented in a working life project (MAKU, SMILE). Schedules may have to be changed due to the needs of working life.

According to the degree regulations (section 18) “students must be present in the first contact session or notify their teacher in charge if they cannot attend. If they fail to notify the teacher of their absence in the first contact session, their enrollment will be rejected. Another student in the queue may be enrolled in the study unit in the place of the absent student.” (Laurea degree regulations)

Students workload

One credit equals approximately 26.7 hours of work performed by the student.

Grading scale

H-5

Evaluation methods and criteria

“The evaluation of competence is based on the descriptions of objectives in the curricula, and the level of competence is assessed according to the evaluation criteria listed in the implementation plan for the studies.” (Laurea degree regulations).

In this study unit the assessing of the competences will be done by using the criteria set for requirement level I.

Enrollment

23.05.2022 - 29.05.2022

Timing

30.08.2022 - 09.12.2022

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Virtual proportion

2 op

RDI proportion

2 op

Mode of delivery

60 % Contact teaching, 40 % Distance learning

Unit

Laurea Lohja, sote

Campus

Laurea Lohja

Teaching languages
  • English
Seats

20 - 40

Degree programmes
  • Degree Programme in Social Services (SWF2), Laurea Lohja
Teachers
  • Paula Väliaho
Teacher in charge

Paula Väliaho

Groups
  • SWF221SN
    Degree Programme in Social Services, daytime studies, S21, Lohja

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- identify and apply various methods for promoting inclusion.
- utilise various techniques for exerting influence in society.
- act in cooperation with clients and other actors to develop inclusion

Teaching methods

The study unit will take place in Lohja campus and online in the fall 2022. The study unit consists of teaching, guidance and working on your own. The time table is in Pakki/Tuudo. The main teaching language is English, though some of the assignments will be done in Finnish.

Location and time

[This field is not used at Laurea.]

Learning materials and recommended literature

Course materials are provided during the course.

Alternative completion methods of implementation

All students are entitled to demonstrate their competence. The recognition and accreditation of prior competence is initiated by the students themselves. The competence is recognised and accredited by the teacher responsible for the studies or another person designated to the position. The assessment is carried out according to the same assessment criteria and, as a rule, same grading scale as that adopted for the corresponding study unit or module. The student is entitled to apply for accreditation of prior competence regardless of where, how and when the competence has been acquired. The student may also seek accreditation of competence to be acquired on the job as part of their degree (work-based learning). ... The student is responsible for demonstrating and verifying their competence and for providing sufficient information.

Check student intranet for more details.

Important dates

The actual implementation schedule is visible in Pakki as implementation reservations.

Attendance is compulsory for all lessons unless agreed separately in class.

According to the degree regulations (section 18) “students must be present in the first contact session or notify their teacher in charge if they cannot attend. If they fail to notify the teacher of their absence in the first contact session, their enrollment will be rejected. Another student in the queue may be enrolled in the study unit in the place of the absent student.” (Laurea degree regulations) In the case of online studies the lecturer can also specify some other way than participation on an online meeting what is required from the student so that he/she verifies his/her attendance on the study unit (Decision by the vice president, education 7/2019).

Forms of internationality

The study unit is suitable for exchange students.

Students workload

One credit equals approximately 26.7 hours of work performed by the student.

Content and scheduling

The study unit consists of these sections:
* Orientation
* Promoting Inclusion, 1 study unit
* Exerting Influence in Society, 3 stydy units
* Co-operation, 1 study unit

Further information for students

The study unit corresponds to the requirements of Bachelor level education.

The quality of the study unit implementation has been assessed and the self-evaluation report will be available in Canvas.

Grading scale

H-5

Evaluation methods and criteria

“The evaluation of competence is based on the descriptions of objectives in the curricula, and the level of competence is assessed according to the evaluation criteria listed in the implementation plan for the studies.” (Laurea degree regulations).

[Enter here the items to be evaluated, emphases, evaluation methods, evaluators and evaluation date. Check the requirement level from the study unit information. You can remove criteria that are not suitable for this implementation but no other changes are not allowed.]

In this study unit the assessing of the competences will be done by using the criteria set for requirement level I.

PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE BASIS, INFORMATION SEARCHING AND REPORTING


To achieve grade 5 student must be able to
- use professional concepts extensively
- compare and choose
- relevant information
- report and communicate in a professional manner

To achieve grade 3 student must be able to
- use professional concepts in a consistent manner when explaining various work practices and situations
- gather information and use his/her knowledge basis
- report in the agreed manner

To achieve grade 1 (or pass) student must be able to
- use essential professional concepts when explaining various work practices and situations
- search for information in different sources
- report

PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE AND WORKPLACE DEVELOPMENT

To achieve grade 5 student must be able to
- work independently, using the skills and methods learned
- take responsibility for interaction with customers and/or co-operation partners and for responding to their needs
- anticipate his/her need for guidance

To achieve grade 3 student must be able to
- work using the skills and methods learned
- engage in professional interaction with customers and/or co-operation partners and identify their needs
- take part in guidance and utilise it

To achieve grade 1 (or pass) student must be able to
- work under guidance using the skills and methods learned
- interact with customers and/or co-operation partners
- receive guidance

TEAMWORK SKILLS, LEADERSHIP AND RESPONSIBILITY

To achieve grade 5 student must be able to
- promote the team’s work and team spirit
- manage his/her time appropriately, completing the agreed tasks at the required quality level
- work responsibly, applying the skills and methods learned
- plan and evaluate their work, taking safety and/or ethical aspects into consideration

To achieve grade 3 student must be able to
- engage in goal-oriented work in a team
- plan and manage the progress of his/her work and use of time
- detect safety-related risks
- justify this/her actions in accordance with the professional code of conduct

To achieve grade 1 (or pass) student must be able to
- work as a member of a team
- plan the progress of his/her work and use of time under guidance
- work safely and in accordance with the professional code of conduct
- follow the provided instructions and rules

“Students who has failed to demonstrate their competence in accordance with the approved level must supplement or retake their study attainment in a manner and schedule defined by the teacher of the study unit. Laurea provides examination retake dates. Students must register for these examinations no later than 10 days before the retake date. A failed exam or other study attainment can be retaken twice. A failure to attend an actual examination is considered to be one completion attempt." (Laurea degree regulations.)

All staff and students of Laurea are expected to adhere to good scientific practices, which includes appropriate referencing. Familiarise yourself with the practices and, if needed, ask for more information. All study assignments are to be done as individual work unless otherwise instructed.

Enrollment

23.05.2022 - 30.06.2022

Timing

29.08.2022 - 23.11.2022

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

RDI proportion

2 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Laurea Tikkurila, sote

Campus

Laurea Tikkurila

Teaching languages
  • English
Seats

20 - 37

Degree programmes
  • Degree Programme in Social Services (SWV2), Laurea Tikkurila
Teachers
  • Kaarina Aho
Teacher in charge

Anu Lindström

Groups
  • SWV221SN
    Degree Programme in Social Services, daytime studies, S21, Tikkurila

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- identify and apply various methods for promoting inclusion.
- utilise various techniques for exerting influence in society.
- act in cooperation with clients and other actors to develop inclusion