14.4.9 SW42 COMMUNITY AND ENVIRONMENT WORK IN AN INCREASINGLY TECHNOLOGICAL WORLD

Objective and content

To deepen a student’s appreciation of the multi-dimensional nature of community life in a modern information society. The studies include the evaluation of the feasibility and the potential application of different forms of community work in a variety of settings. The study unit includes the use of information and communication technology in community work. The aim of these studies is to explore the nature of social action and the methods used by groups and associations within civil society in work that deals with social changes. Through these studies, the student will learn to apply group work methods, initiate third sector or voluntary associations and start up campaigns.