Introduction to penitentiary pedagogy Field of study: Pedagogy
Programme code: W3-N1PE19.2024

Module name: Introduction to penitentiary pedagogy
Module code: ER9
Programme code: W3-N1PE19.2024
Semester: summer semester 2025/2026
Language of instruction: depending on the choice
Form of verification: exam
ECTS credits: 5
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The classes aim to provide students with a deep understanding of the foundations and tasks of penitentiary pedagogy and prepare them for practical work in the prison environment. By discussing key concepts, challenges, and strategies used in working with incarcerated individuals, participants will gain theoretical foundations and practical skills necessary for effectively supporting the rehabilitation process. The classes aim to prepare future specialists with theoretical and practical knowledge in the field of penitentiary pedagogy, enabling them to conduct educational activities effectively in correctional facilities and other rehabilitation institutions. Through selected educational content, participants acquire comprehensive knowledge and skills essential for practical work in the field of penitentiary pedagogy, aiming to support the rehabilitation process of inmates and contribute to their successful social reintegration.
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]
The student can analyze phenomena occurring within penitentiary pedagogy, use basic theoretical terms for analysis, and design, implement, and evaluate pedagogical strategies in prison units. Students can anticipate the consequences of these actions. The student is capable of identifying dilemmas in penitentiary pedagogy, subjects and objects of influence, axiological, teleological, theoretical, methodological, and normative foundations, theories of punishment, theoretical foundations of penitentiary rehabilitation in psychological theories, basic principles of executive criminal law, and present the concept of creative rehabilitation as an example of destigmatizing interventions, can apply the theoretical foundations of rehabilitation methodology. [E.1R.U1.]
 KN3_U01 [4/5] KN3_U06 [4/5] KN3_U11 [4/5]
The student is familiar with and understands the basics of penitentiary pedagogy: definitions, etymology of the concept, scope, historical outline, contemporary social rehabilitation concepts and theories, dilemmas of penitentiary pedagogy, subjects and objects of influence, axiological, teleological, theoretical, methodological, and normative foundations, theories of punishment, theoretical foundations of penitentiary rehabilitation in psychological theories, basic principles of executive criminal law, resocialization of senior inmates, concepts of creative social rehabilitation as examples of destigmatizing interventions, and theoretical foundations of social rehabilitation. [E.1R.W1.]
 KN3_W03 [5/5] KN3_W05 [5/5] KN3_W08 [4/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
practical classes [E.1R.U1.] 20 Activating method – educational games [b03] 
Activating method – peer learning [b08] 
Screen presentation [c07] 
Working with another teaching tool [d03] 
Project scheduling [e04] 
Self-education [f01] 
Individual work with a text [f02] 
Conceptual work [f03]  		course work E.1R.U1.
lecture [E.1R.W1.] 10 Lecture-discussion [b02] 
Screen presentation [c07] 
Self-education [f01] 
Individual work with a text [f02]  		exam E.1R.W1.
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
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
Implementation of an individual or group assignment necessary for course/phase/examination completion [c03] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
a set of activities aimed at performing an assigned task, to be executed out of class, as an obligatory phase/element of the verification of the learning outcomes assigned to the course
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