•   New Technological Solutions and Innovations for Social and Health Care 01465-3001 26.08.2019-31.12.2019  5 credits  (CCS219SY) +-
    Learning outcomes of the course
    The student is able to
    - identify current technological solutions and innovations for social and health care
    - recognize differences and similarities in challenges related to the aging of global population, such as loneliness and changes in service structures
    - evaluate methods for developing technological solutions for social and health care
    - gain more project based learning, know-how and competence in utilizing ideas of technology for social and health care
    - analyse ethical aspects in health and wellness related technology
    Course contents
    -best practices for using technological solutions for social and health services in different countries
    - end-users as co-developers of technological solutions and services
    - different eServices promoting health and wellness-technology and the challenges of the aging population
    - innovative examples from different EU and other projects
    - empowering clients and patients through different methods of self-expression and social connectivity
    Name of lecturer(s)

    Tiina Wikström

    Mode of delivery

    60% Face-to-face, 40% Distance learning

    Recommended or required reading

    Course materials are provided during the course.

    Planned learning activities and teaching methods

    In this course, the students will be able to analyze effective innovative and technological models, good practices and projects in health and wellness promotion worldwide. Students are also able to recognize and practice different multidisciplinary ways and methods of wellness promotion in different context within social and health care. The different projects introduced during the course focus on ICT solutions and enhanced end-user engagement and are meant to promote the wellness and health of all, especially the aging population. Some of the key themes approached through the innovative use of ICT and field-related projects include user-friendly eServices as well as empowerment, social connectivity, quality of life and inclusion through digital skills and AI-based services. Also, the concept of sustainability as well as the future of circular economy is studied during the course. For the final written assignment, the students can choose a topic of their interest.
    The course takes place at Tikkurila campus (daytime studies).

    Assessment methods and criteria

    In this study unit the assessing of the competences will be done by using the criteria set for requirement level II.
    PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE BASIS, INFORMATION SEARCHING AND REPORTING
    To achieve grade 5 student must be able to
    - analyse the acquired information, draw conclusions and combine theoretical knowledge with experiential knowledge
    To achieve grade 3 student must be able to
    - critically evaluate information and justify their actions with science-based knowledge
    To achieve grade 1 (or pass) student must be able to
    - use professional concepts in a consistent manner and demonstrate his/her familiarity with the knowledge basis
    - report and communicate in a professional manner

    Language of instruction
    • English
    Timing

    26.08.2019 - 31.12.2019

    Enrollment date

    13.05.2019 - 31.05.2019

    Group(s)
    • CCS219SY
    Seats

    20 - 40

    Unit, in charge

    Laurea Tikkurila, sote

    Teacher(s)

    Maria Normann

    Programme(s)

    CCS2 Complementary competence (bachelor's studies in English) 2019, Health and welfare

    Unit location

    Laurea Tikkurila

    R&D proportion

    2 credits

    Virtual proportion

    2 credits

    Work placement(s)

    The course is interlinked with Erasmus+ DISC project as well as different other ICT related projects.

    Exam schedule

    For course schedule, please see Pakki.

    International connections

    The study unit is suitable for exchange students.

    Students use of time and load

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