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Transitions and Crises in the Life Course

Semester 2 · 53151 · Master in Social Work and Social Policy · 6CP · EN


Analysis of transitions and crises in the life course: theories, influencing factors, and social impacts. Focus on individual and societal perspectives.

Lecturers: Marta Tremolada

Teaching Hours: 36
Lab Hours: 0
Mandatory Attendance: In accordance with the regulation

Course Topics
Study of biographical transitions such as education, work, family, and health. Analysis of social support systems and societal frameworks. Reflection on vulnerability and resilience.

Teaching format
The lesson takes place remotely in synchronous mode.

Educational objectives
- Understand theories of life course development - Analyze influencing factors on transitions - Evaluate social support systems - Reflect on resilience and vulnerability - analyze: biographical transitions and crises in the life course - evaluate: social and societal impacts - develop: support strategies for vulnerable groups - reflect: on the importance of resilience across life stages

Assessment
Multiple response questions and brief open questions on the theories and the social practices interventions through different life stages. The time of duration is two hours and the modality of the exam is written and in presence.

Evaluation criteria
Appropriateness of responses on theoretical perspectives, critical awareness of social interventions through different developmental life stages

Required readings

Walker, Janet; Horner, Nigel (2024). Social Work and Human Development; London : Learning Matters, 2024 - 100 p. - Transforming Social Work Practice Series - ISBN: 9781529675856 - Permalink: http://digital.casalini.it/9781529675856 - Casalini id: 5909106.

 

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Sustainable Development Goals
This teaching activity contributes to the achievement of the following Sustainable Development Goals.

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