Basics of youth work and civic activitiesLaajuus (5 cr)

Objective

You understand the historical development process of Finnish youth work and civic activities as well as the theoretical basis, goals, contents and values governing them. You learn to examine youth work and civic activities as part of a wider societal and cultural framework. You can identify topical challenges in youth work and civic activities. You learn to examine how youth work and civic activities promote affluent society. You know how to act in voluntary work. You know how associations are established.

Content

Which characteristics play a central role in the history of youth work and civic activities? What kind of theoretical premises, values, goals and methods underlie civic activities and youth work? What is the societal meaning of youth work and civic activities? How do associations operate?

Assessment criteria, good (3)

a. You can use the professional vocabulary of youth work and civic activities systematically. b. You can look for information in the key information sources of the field. c. You identify the role of youth work and civic activities in society. d. You can act in voluntary work with different target groups. g. You can justify your actions according to the ethical principles of voluntary work.