Study Guide

Objective

The Student:
-has knowledge of concepts, legislation and principles of diversity, equality and Human Rights in working life
-has basic skills in interprofessional and international teamwork
-can apply principles of diversity and equality on work communities as well as in various areas in the social field
-can identify and act against discrimination, prejudice and bias within organizations, working life and client work
-can discuss and argue in English in a multicultural context

Content

-diversity and inclusion
-intercultural competence
-communication styles across different cultural context
-discrimination in work life
-equality and Equity in work life
-the Equality Act and the Non-Discrimination Act
-inclusive language
-intercultural competence and culture-sensitive approach

Location and time

Schedule in found in Moodle

6.2, kl. 8.30-11
5.3, kl. 12-16
9.4, kl. 12-16
10.4, kl. 8.30-16

Materials

Linkedin Learning platform
tasa-arvo.fi
yhdenvertaisuusvaltuutettu.fi

Teaching methods

Lectures
Workshops
Field studies
Guest lectures
Linkedin Learning online platform

Employer connections

Co-operation with local Organizations in the social field

Exam schedules

Linkedin Learning online quiz due in April

Group Assignment: Diversity workshops in April

Individual Assignment: Intersectionality in critical social work March



Missed due dates on Assignments impacts on assessment.

Student workload

All scheduled lectures are mandatory.

Further information

Language skills are not assessed. All written Assignments can be made in Swedish or English.

Use of AI: orange
Permitted, can be used, must be reported, may affect assessment
Artificial intelligence may be used in the creation of results, but the student must clearly report its use. Failure to disclose the use of AI will be considered cheating. The use of AI may affect the assessment.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student demonstrates superficial competence and basic understanding of the subject

Assessment criteria, good (3)

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

Assessment methods and criteria

Assignments are assessed on a scale of 0-5
0 Assignment not handed in or lacks in content or sources
1-2 basic understanding of concepts, descriptive terms and literature, use of sources that are acceptable
3-4 adequate knowledge of theoretical frameworks, concepts, and terms using relevant sources
5 deep understanding of theoretical frameworks, concepts and terms using highly relevant and diverse sources. Applies theoretical concepts correctly on practice.

Assessment criteria, fail (0)

The student has not submitted nor supplemented the course assignments, has not participated according to the attendance requirements, or has submitted assignments that do not comply with Novia's writing guidelines.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Superficial Competence and Basic Understanding of the Subject. Application of Viewpoints is general and unfounded.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

Competence and Understanding of the Subject in Relation to the Upcoming Profession. Use of Theoretical Knowledge in reasoning and reflection.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Ability to reflect and motivate with a broad perspective. Active Participation in Class during Discussions. Competence and Understanding of the Subject shows in written Tasks and Presentations. The use of Theoretical knowledge in reasoning and reflection is Immense.

Qualifications

No previous knowledge