Project and Community DevelopmentLaajuus (5 cr)

Objective

Learning objectives:

On completion of the course, you are familiar with the theory of project work and you can adapt the project development timeline in the management of your own development work. You can analyze and apply development and project work methods in the social and educational sectors. You can apply community-oriented practices to development work. You understand the concepts of the network and socio-cultural animation, and their significance to project and community work. You can plan, implement and evaluate development projects. You recognize the importance of art and culture in enhancing well-being and you acquire skills to engage cultural actors in everyday work in the social welfare sector.

Content

Content:

• The theory of development and project work. The different phases and methods of a project
• The funding of development activities in the social welfare sector
• The planning, implementation, and assessment of a project in different stages
• Regional and community development, networking as an essential part of development activity
• Socio-cultural animation, community art, and promotion of well-being