Cultural encounters (5 cr)
Code: YP00AA26-3003
General information
Enrollment
02.01.2019 - 14.01.2019
Timing
01.01.2019 - 17.03.2019
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
3 op
Mode of delivery
40 % Contact teaching, 60 % Distance learning
Campus
Mikkeli Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 40
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Civic Activities and Youth Work
Teachers
- Katri Schadewitz
Teacher in charge
Laura Hokkanen
Groups
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YPMI17SPCivic Activities and Youth Work, fulltime studies
Objective
You understand the meaning of internationality and cultural background in the professional field. You know how to utilize different cultural characteristics and different methods in multicultural interaction. You know how to work in a multicultural society.
Content
Where is internationality needed in youth work and civic activities? Why is it important to be familiar with your own cultural background? What do community educators have to know about different cultures and multicultural work? How can you use international youth programmes and the methods of global education?
Evaluation scale
1-5