Supporting emotional and social development Field of study: Pedagogy
Programme code: W3-S1PE19.2024

Module name: Supporting emotional and social development
Module code: ET23
Programme code: W3-S1PE19.2024
Semester: winter semester 2026/2027
Language of instruction: Polish
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 2
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The course aims to create conditions for reflection on the meaning of emotions as a discursive category and to show the ways of pedagogical work with the emotions of children, adolescents, and adults. Considering emotional and social competence as a critical area of support, including pedagogical support, the subject is of a practical nature with elements of interdisciplinary knowledge about emotions. Thanks to the workshops, the student will gain: a) Knowledge about emotions and emotional competence. Knowledge about the importance of emotions for human functioning in social and personal situations. b) Knowledge of the ways and principles of supporting the social-emotional development of people of different ages. c) Ability to understand emotions, the rules of emotions, and work with emotions, especially recognizing, controlling, and expressing emotions. d) Ability to identify needs and support the social-emotional development of the mentees (emotion-focused therapy, cognitive and expressive methods). (e) Social-emotional competencies in communicating emotions and in situations characterized by emotions. f) Competence to work on one's own personal and professional development.
List of modules that must be completed before starting this module (if necessary): not applicable
Learning outcome of the module Codes of the learning outcomes of the programme to which the learning outcome of the module is related [level of competence: scale 1-5]
Is ready to build positive relationships and a supportive educational atmosphere. Demonstrates empathy, and understanding of pupils, co-workers, parents/caregivers' needs and emotions, to establish and maintain cooperation and trust in educational and, more broadly, interpersonal relationships. Is ready to communicate non-violently, with respect for students/children's emotions, and help them to understand emotionally charged situations. [K01]
 KN3_K02 [4/5]
Is able to recognize and assess cultural, social, and educational conditions from the perspective of their significance for the emotional and social development of the mentees. He/she can recognize the nature of the relationship between the behavior, including the communicative behavior of the educator/parent, the type of bond, the educational atmosphere or the methods of educational and didactic work used, and emotional and social development. He/she can also assess the special developmental and educational needs of pupils/children at different age and choose and apply appropriate educational strategies and techniques. [U01]
 KN3_U02 [4/5]
Knows and understands contemporary theories of human emotional and social development and the conditions conducive to development in this area. Knows and understands the environmental, cultural, and educational determinants of development, as well as names and characterizes the factors that interfere with the development of emotional and social skills. Knows various methods of educational work conducive to the development of emotional and social skills. [W01]
 KN3_W02 [5/5]
Knows and understands the basic concepts, theories, and concepts of psychology as well as selected sociological aspects of emotional and social development at various stages of life, especially during childhood and adolescence. [W02]
 KN3_W03 [3/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
practical classes [ET23] 30 Explanation/clarification [a05] 
Activating method – educational games [b03] 
Activating method – discussion / debate [b04] 
Activating method – staged drama/drama [b06] 
Activating methods: a case study [b07] 
Activating method – flipped classroom [b09] 
SWOT analysis [b10] 
Exhibition [c01] 
Poster presentation [c05] 
Value-based methods – expressive methods [c09] 
Conceptual work [f03]  		course work K01 U01 W01 W02
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
Literature reading / analysis of source materials [a02] Preparation for classes
reading the literature indicated in the syllabus; reviewing, organizing, analyzing and selecting source materials to be used in class
Developing practical skills [a03] Preparation for classes
activities involving the repetition, refinement and consolidation of practical skills, including those developed during previous classes or new skills necessary for the implementation of subsequent elements of the curriculum (as preparation for class participation)
Production/preparation of tools, materials or documentation necessary for class participation [a05] Preparation for classes
developing, preparing and assessing the usefulness of tools and materials (e.g. aids, scenarios, research tools, equipment, etc.) to be employed in class or as an aid when preparing for classes
Getting acquainted with the syllabus content [b01] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
reading through the syllabus and getting acquainted with its content
Attachments
Module description (PDF)
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Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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