Social Pedagogy as a Framework of Education (5cr)

Objective

You can demonstrate your acquaintance with the history and theory of social pedagogy. You can describe social pedagogy as a practice which has a specific function in society. You can reflect upon different operational environments, aims and target groups with the help of the concepts related to social pedagogy and from the perspective of social pedagogy. 

Content

What are the origins of social pedagogy? What is the function of social pedagogy in society? What kind of target groups and aims does social pedagogy have?

Qualifications

No previous studies required.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

a)    You can use the concepts of social pedagogy systematically.      b)    You can find information from the key sources of social pedagogy.  c)    You can perceive the overall practices of social pedagogy in the context of youth work.