Course: Philosophy for social workers

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Course title Philosophy for social workers
Course code KFK/PSFSP
Organizational form of instruction Lecture
Level of course Bachelor
Year of study not specified
Semester Winter
Number of ECTS credits 3
Language of instruction Czech
Status of course Compulsory
Form of instruction Face-to-face
Work placements This is not an internship
Recommended optional programme components None
Lecturer(s)
  • Vohánka Vlastimil, Mgr. Ph.D.
Course content
Introduction to the subject - What is philosophy and what is it for? - What is (good) social work? - Should I help (effectively)? - Which problems and solutions are a priority? - Do I have free will? - What does the state have the right to? - Should I obey all laws? - What/who am I? - What is the most important thing in life? - What is the meaning of life? - Is there something after death? - Is there a God?

Learning activities and teaching methods
Monologic Lecture(Interpretation, Training), Dialogic Lecture (Discussion, Dialog, Brainstorming), Work with Text (with Book, Textbook), Methods of Written Work
  • Homework for Teaching - 28 hours per semester
Learning outcomes

- The Students will be well informed in the basic problems of philosophy. - They will be able to interpret the scientific text. - They will be able to take critical opinions on societal issues.
Prerequisites
The strong command of the history of the Western civilization and the basic capability of the argumentation.

Assessment methods and criteria
Analysis of linguistic, Written exam

At least 80% participation in lectures, continuous assignments, knowledge test.
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