•   Theology of Diaconal Work and Christian Youth Work SOKG2503-3001 03.01.2025-31.12.2026  5 credits +-
    Competence objectives of the study unit
    The Student:
    - has basic knowledge of the theological starting points of the Diaconal work and Christian youth work
    - knows the creed and basic teachings of the Lutheran Church and their impact on diaconal work and Christian youth work
    -knows the theological starting points of the service and, in cooperation with others, can participate in the realization of services and ordinances
    - can explain and respect values and professional ethics within the Church and the social sector
    - can apply Church books in a professional manner as tools of devotional life
    Prerequisites
    No preliminary requirements
    Content of the study unit
    - theological starting points for diaconal work and Christian youth work
    - theological concepts associated with diaconal work and Christian youth work
    - parish-based professional identity
    - language for theological conversations and reflection
    - professional ethics in the Church and social field
    - Bible, hymn book, catechism, creeds and Church manuals
    Assessment criteria
    Failed (0)
    Students' understanding is on an extremely general and superficial level. Failed assignments. Students use unedited AI-generated text as their own writing. Student does not use Novia's writing instructions as they must be used according to the examination task.
    Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)
    The student demonstrates superficial competence and basic understanding of the subject
    Assessment criteria – good (3-4)
    The student demonstrates a competence that is related and linked to the literature
    The student can reflect and motivate from his/her point of view
    Assessment criteria – excellent (5)
    The student has an immerse competence and shows a deeper understanding of the subject in relation to the upcoming profession
    Name of lecturer(s)

    Nadja Suomela

    Learning material

    Hagman, P. Om tron. Att söka den djupa verkligheten. Artos, 2018.

    Där nöden är störst : en introduktion i diakoni ur finländsk synvinkel
    Kummel-Myrskog, Pia ; Sarelin, Birgitta ; Ekstrand, Sixten ; Malkavaara, Mikko, Kyrkostyrelsen, 2009

    Kirkko epävarmuuksien ajassa. Suomen evankelis-luterilainen kirkko 2020–2023.
    Salomäki, H., Ketola, K., Komulainen, J., Salminen, V-M. & Sohlberg J. Suomen ev.-lut. kirkon tutkimusjulkaisuja 147, Kirkon tutkimus ja koulutus, Helsinki 2024

    "Man ska vara sig själv". En bok om ungdomar, tro och delaktighet. Försling, J., Gustavsson C., Wenell, F. (red). Tro & Liv Skriftserie, 2019


    Millenialernas stigar. Vägar till en äkta och närvarande kyrka, (red.) Vappula, K. Publikationer från Ev.-luth. kyrkan i Finland 135, Kyrkostyrelsen, Helsingfors 2023

    Så att ingen blir ensam #ingenblirensam Riktlinjer inom det fostrande arbetet i Evangelisk-lutherska kyrkan i Finland för förebyggande av utanförskap Publikationer från Ev.-luth. kyrkan i Finland 103 Kyrkan och verksamheten Kyrkostyrelsen Helsingfors 2021

    Unga i församlingen, Kyrkostyrelsen 2013

    Svensk psalmbok för den evangelisk-lutherska kyrkan i Finland

    Tjäna Herren med glädje. Handledning för högmässan. 2012 Tillgänglig:
    http://sakasti.evl.fi/sacrista.nsf/sp?open&cid=publikation&tit=Tj%C3%A4na-Herren-med-gl%C3%A4dje-sv

    Övrig litteratur och material enligt anvisningar av kursansvarig lärare i Moodle. (not translated)

    Learning methods

    Kursen är en självstudiekurs (e-kurs) på Moodleplattformen. Kursen genomförs som självständiga studier och övningar enligt instruktioner i Moodle. (not translated)

    Teaching language

    Swedish

    Timing

    03.01.2025 - 31.12.2026

    Enrollment date range

    01.11.2024 - 23.09.2026

    Teachers and responsibilities

    Nadja Suomela

    Additional information

    Denna kurs kan genomföras endast av socionomstuderande som valt tilläggsbehörigheten diakoni eller kyrkans fostran eller av anmälda deltagare i Öppna YH studiehelheten Diakoni 40/90 sp eller Kyrkans fostran 40/90 sp. (not translated)

    Degree Programme(s)

    Degree Programme in Social Services

    RDI share

    0.00 credits

    Share of online studies

    0.00 credits

    Assessment scale

    H-5

    Practical training and working life co-operation

    Studerande bekantar sig på egen hand med församlingsverksamhet/arbete enligt instruktioner på Moodle. (not translated)

    Exam dates and retake possibilities

    Kursen kan genomföras när som helst under perioden 1.1.2025-31.12.2026. Du kommer överens om din individuella deadline med kursansvarig i början av kursen enligt instruktioner på Moodle. (not translated)

    Timing and attendance

    Kursen kan genomföras när som helst under perioden 1.1.2025-31.12.2026. Du kommer överens om dina individuella deadlines med kursansvarig i början av kursen enligt instruktioner på Moodle. (not translated)

    Student's schedule and workload

    The course includes 5 credits. This means a total of 5 x 27 h = 135 h of work for you as a student. The modules in Moodle show workload per module.

    The studies are carried out on their own.

    Assessment criteria
    Failed (0)

    Students' understanding is on an extremely general and superficial level. Failed assignments. Students use unedited AI-generated text as their own writing. Student does not use Novia's writing instructions as they must be used according to the examination task.

    Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

    Student has in a basic way been able to observe and analyze the knowledge and has been able to make their own applied reflections.

    Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

    Student has been able to observe and analyze the knowledge and in addition has shown clarity about key concepts and definitions. The text shows logic in structure and student can also make relevant, reflective parallels to worklife, church life and relevant sources.

    Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

    Student shows strong clarity and maturity in their understanding, beyond the ordinary. Can reflect on the various phenomena in an in-depth way and can connect them to working life, church life and relevant sources. Student shows strong commitment to their task.