Study Guide

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- plan and report on the progress of a project, taking different elements of project management into consideration and using basic project management tools
- write text that is based on research results, using and referencing reliable sources of their field
- communicate in a goal-oriented way, taking the target audience and need into consideration
- utilise IT tools in project management and communication

Teaching methods

A Canvas learning environment is used to support the implementation. There is an attendance requirement of 80% for this course. The attendance requirement needs to be fulfilled for this study unit to be completed successfully. The study unit includes working in groups. You will receive individual feedback for assignments from the teacher, and working life or peer feedback may also be utilised.

Artificial intelligence can be utilized for the assignments on this course

Location and time

Please refer to the Timetable Engine at https://lukkarit.laurea.fi/ for the schedule information. Laurea reserves the right to modify the timetable.

Learning materials and recommended literature

All learning materials are provided in Canvas or as handouts.

Alternative completion methods of implementation

According to the degree regulations (2024), "Students are entitled to apply for recognition of prior learning regardless of where, when and how the competence has been acquired. ... At Laurea, there are two different procedures for the recognition and accreditation of prior learning: a) accreditation of prior learning (competence acquired in higher education studies at another institution) and b) demonstration of competence (competence acquired in other ways). The recognition and accreditation of prior learning is initiated by the student themselves. The student is responsible for demonstrating and verifying their competence. The student is entitled to guidance for the recognition and accreditation of their competence. " Further information in the student intranet.

You may also assess work-based learning as a way to acquire the competence needed. Read more in the student intranet.

Co-operation with working life and/or RDI

A project is fully integrated into this course. The aim is to plan and implement workshops in Pikku Liito for parents/guardians and Early Childhood Education and Care aged children.

Important dates

Project implementation dates:

Forms of internationality

This is a multicultural group and intercultural communication is an integral part of this course.

Students workload

A 5-credit course is equivalent to 135 hours of work.
An in-depth workload will be supplied in the Canvas workspace.
This course has 60 hours of contact lessons.

Content and scheduling

The main contents include:
•Basics of LbD and project-working
•Project planning, implementation, management, documentation and evaluation
•Co-operation with the project partner
•Meaning of evidence based social services in LbD, information retrieval
•Communication and group working in a project
• Intercultural teamwork
•Utilization of ICT tools for project management and documentation

Further information for students

The study unit corresponds to the requirements of Bachelor's level education.
The quality of the study unit implementation has been assessed and the self-evaluation report is available for example in Canvas or Teams.

Grading scale

H-5

Evaluation methods and criteria

"Competence assessment is based on the descriptions of objectives in the curricula, and the level of competence is assessed according to the assessment criteria listed in the implementation plan for the studies" (Laurea degree regulations 2024).

The assignments or aspects evaluated on this study unit are:
- Group report on project planning, implementation and evaluation: Evaluated 0-5
- Peer feedback: Evaluated 0-5
- IT assignments: Evaluated Pass/Fail
- Attendance: Evaluated Pass/Fail

Deadlines are provided for the assignments. Feedback is given on all assignments. However, in the circumstances that the deadline is not met, no feedback will be provided for that assignment.

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

“Students who have 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. If the student does not pass the assessment despite the opportunity to complete their study attainment, they must complete the study unit in question in full as specified by the teacher.” (Degree regulations 2024.)

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. All study assignments are to be done as individual work unless otherwise instructed. Turnitin will be utilized for checked work for plagiarism. If plagiarism of over 10% is detected, then the assignment will be failed and will require resubmission. As stipulated in the first section of this implementation plan, artificial intelligence (AI) is allowed to be used for assignments on this study unit.

Evaluation criteria, fail (0)

One of the afore-mentioned assessment criteria , requirements or learning objectives have not been completed successfully according to the evaluation or requirement criteria.

Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

The student is able to:

PROFESSIONAL DATABASE, INFORMATION SEARCH AND REPORTING:
- use key professional concepts to explain different work practices and situations
- search for information from different sources
- reporting
PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES AND WORK LIFE DEVELOPMENT:
- act under the guidance when using the skills and methods studied
- work with customers and/or clients/cooperating partners
- receive guidance
TEAMWORK SKILLS, LEADERSHIP AND RESPONSIBILITY:
- act as a member of the group
- plan the progress of your own work and time management
- operate safely and in accordance with professional principles
- follow the instructions and rules given

Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)

The student is able to:

PROFESSIONAL DATABASE, INFORMATION SEARCH AND REPORTING:
- use professional concepts consistently when explaining different work practices and situations
- compile information and make use of its knowledge base
- report as agreed
PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES AND WORK LIFE DEVELOPMENT:
- act using the skills and methods learned
- work professionally with customers and / or cooperating partners and identify their needs
- participate in and make use of guidance
TEAMWORK SKILLS, LEADERSHIP AND RESPONSIBILITY:
- work purposefully in a group
- plan and manage the progress and use of your own work
- identify security risks
- justify their action in accordance with professional ethical principle

Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)

The student is able to:

PROFESSIONAL DATABASE, INFORMATION SEARCH AND REPORTING:
- use a variety of professional concepts
- compare and select appropriate information
- report and communicate professionally
PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES AND WORK LIFE DEVELOPMENT:
- act independently using learned skills and methods
- take responsibility for working with the customer and / or cooperating partners,and meeting their needs
- anticipate their guidance needs
- promote the group's activities and atmosphere through its activities
- manage their time management by performing the agreed tasks at the level of quality required at work
TEAMWORK SKILLS, LEADERSHIP AND RESPONSIBILITY:
- act responsibly and apply the skills and methods learned
- plan and evaluate its activities taking into account safety and / or ethical considerations