Theories and methods of social work with an individual and a family Field of study: Social Work
Programme code: W3-N1SP19.2023

Module name: Theories and methods of social work with an individual and a family
Module code: W3-SP-S1-TMJ
Programme code: W3-N1SP19.2023
Semester:
  • summer semester 2024/2025
  • summer semester 2023/2024
Language of instruction: Polish
Form of verification: exam
ECTS credits: 4
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The module is an indispensable part of the formation of knowledge and skills needed to practice as a social worker. Its purpose is to familiarize students with the primary method used in social work: working with an individual case. It includes presenting key concepts, principles and methodological issues, with particular emphasis on acquiring the ability to diagnose the needs and resources of individuals and their families. The module has its continuation in the following semester entitled. "Theories and methods of social work with the group and community" provides students with complementary knowledge and skills in classical social work methods.
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]
acquires knowledge independently, analyses his/her own actions, can identify areas requiring supplementation and undertakes to improve them [K01]
 PS1_K01 [3/5] PS1_K05 [3/5]
can use diagnostic tools to examine needs and resources and to select the appropriate method of action in working with an individual and a family [U01]
 PS1_U01 [5/5] PS1_U02 [3/5] PS1_U06 [4/5]
can animate, inspire and support the self-reliance of a person in a difficult situation, taking into account the diverse motivations and sources of individual behaviours [U02]
 PS1_U03 [4/5] PS1_U04 [3/5] PS1_U06 [3/5]
knows the basic terminology and methods, and models of social work with an individual and a family [W01]
 PS1_W01 [3/5] PS1_W06 [5/5] PS1_W08 [3/5]
knows the diagnostic tools and procedures for performing typical tasks of a social worker in the process of helping individuals and families [W02]
 PS1_W05 [2/5] PS1_W06 [5/5] PS1_W08 [3/5] PS1_W09 [4/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
lecture [01] 20 Formal lecture/ course-related lecture [a01] 
Lecture-discussion [b02] 
Screen presentation [c07] 
Self-education [f01]  		exam K01 U01 U02 W01 W02
practical classes [02] 20 Explanation/clarification [a05] 
Activating methods: a case study [b07] 
Activating method – flipped classroom [b09] 
Screen presentation [c07] 
Self-education [f01] 
Individual work with a text [f02]  		course work K01 U01 U02 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)
Consulting materials complementary to those indicated in the syllabus [a04] Preparation for classes
agreeing on materials complementary to those indicated in the syllabus, supporting the implementation of tasks resulting from or necessary 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
Verification / adjustment / discussion of syllabus provisions [b02] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
consulting the content of the syllabus, possibly in the presence of the year tutor or members of the class group, and, if necessary, reassessing the provisions concerning special conditions for class participation, e.g., space and time requirements, technical and other requirements, including conditions for participation in classes outside the walls of the university, classes organized in blocks, organized online, etc.
Studying the literature used in and the materials produced in class [c02] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
exploring the studied content, inquiring, considering, assimilating, interpreting it, or organizing knowledge obtained from the literature, documentation, instructions, scenarios, etc., used in class as well as from the notes or other materials/artifacts made in class
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
Attachments
Module description (PDF)
Information concerning module syllabuses might be changed during studies.
Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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