The course introduces the students to key concepts and current theoretical debates in the field of international social work. Through the use of case studies from Asia, Australia/Oceania, Africa, America and Europe, it discusses definitions, forms, and meanings of social work in different multicultural societies around the world. A primary focus is on international social work practice and its ethical challenges, but the course also addresses policies and global dimensions in domestic social work. The students get the opportunity to write their own case study on sustainable approaches to social work in an international setting of their own choice. Throughout the course, the student will develop a conceptual toolbox in order to critically discuss global relations of power, social, economic and environmental justice issues, as well as sustainable, culturally relevant and decolonial approaches to international social work.
The course is open to international students and may be opted as a preparatory course for international social practice abroad by Swedish students.
Literature lists are published at the latest one month ahead of the course start date.
To Literature ListAsk us about studying at Dalarna University.
support@du.se
+46 23-77 80 00
The course introduces the students to key concepts and current theoretical debates in the field of international social work. Through the use of case studies from Asia, Australia/Oceania, Africa, America and Europe, it discusses definitions, forms, and meanings of social work in different multicultural societies around the world. A primary focus is on international social work practice and its ethical challenges, but the course also addresses policies and global dimensions in domestic social work. The students get the opportunity to write their own case study on sustainable approaches to social work in an international setting of their own choice. Throughout the course, the student will develop a conceptual toolbox in order to critically discuss global relations of power, social, economic and environmental justice issues, as well as sustainable, culturally relevant and decolonial approaches to international social work.
The course is open to international students and may be opted as a preparatory course for international social practice abroad by Swedish students.
Mandatory online meetings will be held according to the schedule.
Surf on the Internet, read and send emails, use a word-processing programme (e.g. Word). Connect a camera and headphones to the computer and install a programme using instructions.
Access to a computer (Not a mini pc, tablet or similar) that is not older than three years (or equivalent) and broadband connection, at least 1 Mbit/s (not mobile broadband, because mobile broadband can vary considerably in speed).
Higher rate of web-based communication where our learning platform (Learn/Canvas) is a natural element of the course. Web-based meetings with sound and image where simple presentations can be held. Lectures can be broadcast live or can alternatively be made available afterwards online.
Literature lists are published at the latest one month ahead of the course start date.
To Literature ListAsk us about studying at Dalarna University.
support@du.se
+46 23-77 80 00
The course introduces the students to key concepts and current theoretical debates in the field of international social work. Through the use of case studies from Asia, Australia/Oceania, Africa, America and Europe, it discusses definitions, forms, and meanings of social work in different multicultural societies around the world. A primary focus is on international social work practice and its ethical challenges, but the course also addresses policies and global dimensions in domestic social work. The students get the opportunity to write their own case study on sustainable approaches to social work in an international setting of their own choice. Throughout the course, the student will develop a conceptual toolbox in order to critically discuss global relations of power, social, economic and environmental justice issues, as well as sustainable, culturally relevant and decolonial approaches to international social work.
The course is open to international students and may be opted as a preparatory course for international social practice abroad by Swedish students.
Mandatory online meetings will be held according to the schedule.
Surf on the Internet, read and send emails, use a word-processing programme (e.g. Word). Connect a camera and headphones to the computer and install a programme using instructions.
Access to a computer (Not a mini pc, tablet or similar) that is not older than three years (or equivalent) and broadband connection, at least 1 Mbit/s (not mobile broadband, because mobile broadband can vary considerably in speed).
Higher rate of web-based communication where our learning platform (Learn/Canvas) is a natural element of the course. Web-based meetings with sound and image where simple presentations can be held. Lectures can be broadcast live or can alternatively be made available afterwards online.
Literature lists are published at the latest one month ahead of the course start date.
To Literature ListAsk us about studying at Dalarna University.
support@du.se
+46 23-77 80 00
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