Module Details
Module Code: |
PRTC C4401 |
Module Title:
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Global Issues for Social Care Practice
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Title:
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Global Issues for Social Care Practice
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Module Level:: |
8 |
Module Coordinator: |
Eileen Doyle
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Module Author:: |
Eileen Farrell
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Module Description: |
The learner will explore social issues that social care workers may be exposed to within practice such as working with individuals who may have experienced or witnessed, forced migration, human trafficking, slavery, rape, torture, war, genocide etc. It will provide the learner with opportunities to critically reflect on the effect globalization is having on social care practice, namely how it is changing service delivery and altering how we work within a globalized world and culturally diverse society. The learner will also examine the role of international organisations and NGO’S in highlighting and advocating for human rights issues both nationally and internationally.
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Learning Outcomes |
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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Learning Outcome Description |
LO1 |
Appraise the global economic, structural, and geo-political power structures across the globe. D1( P8, P22, P23) D5( P1, P2,P3,P6, P15) |
LO2 |
Evaluate the political, cultural, social, and economic factors which impact on individuals and groups both nationally and internationally. D1( P8, P22, P23) D5( P1, P2,P3,P6, P15) |
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Critically examine international and national debate around migration and migration policy. D1( P8, P22, P23) D5( P1, P2,P3,P6, P15) |
Dependencies |
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
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8834 |
SOCG C1402 |
Introduction to Sociology for Social Care Practice |
9869 |
SOCG C2403 |
Sociological Perspectives on Contemporary Social Care Policy and Practice |
Co-requisite Modules
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No Co-requisite modules listed |
Additional Requisite Information
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No Co Requisites listed
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Indicative Content |
Globalization and Global Inequality
Factors contributing to globalization, contesting globalization and the impact of globalization on power structures and the nation state. Global Inequality - the role of the WHO, UN, World Bank etc. Inequality - access to resources, global markets, and unequal life chances. Theories of Development – development and underdevelopment. Debt Relief and financial aid. D1( P8, P22, P23) D5( P1, P2,P3,P6, P15)
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Political, Government and Social Movements
Power, authoritarianism and democracy. Social movements, social justice, advocacy, activism and social change. D1( P8, P22, P23) D5( P1, P2,P3,P6, P15)
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Nations, War and Terrorism
Nations and nationalism. Human conflict, war and genocide. Terrorism, fundamentalism and extremisms.D1( P8, P22, P23) D5( P1, P2,P3,P6, P15)
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International and national response to Migration
Migration - economic migration, forced migration, displacement, human trafficking, refugees and asylum seekers. International discourse on migration, international responses, European policy and national policy with particular reference to the experiences of asylum seekers and refugees in Ireland. (D1- P8, P22, P23) (D5- P1, P2, P3, P4, P5, P14, P15).
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Module Content & Assessment
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Assessment Breakdown | % |
Continuous Assessment | 100.00% |
AssessmentsFull Time
No End of Module Formal Examination |
SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Workload
Workload: Full Time |
Workload Type |
Workload Category |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
Lecture |
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Contact |
The material and content covered in the lectures will support the following proficiencies. |
12 Weeks per Stage |
3.00 |
36 |
Independent Learning |
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Non Contact |
Relevent supplementary reading material , documentaries etc will be made available on the VLE (Blackboard). These independent learning resources are aimed at expanding the learners understanding of global issues and reflect on how or where they may be confronted with this issues within their professional practice. |
15 Weeks per Stage |
5.93 |
89 |
Total Weekly Contact Hours |
3.00 |
Module Resources
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Recommended Book Resources |
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Bryan Fanning. (2012), Racism and Social Change in the Republic of Ireland, 2nd. Manchester University Press, p.272, [ISBN: 9780719086632].
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Corrigall - Brown C.. (2021), Imagining Society. An Introduction to Sociology, Sage, USA.
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Giddens A. & Sutton P.. (2021), Sociology, 9th. Polity, Uk.
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Giddens A. & Sutton P.. (2021), Essential Concepts in Sociology, 3rd. Polity, UK.
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Harrison, G. and Melvile, R.. (2010), Rethinking Social Work in a Global World, Palgrave, UK.
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Lyons D. & Brown T. 2021. 'Proficiency Guide. Guide to the Standard of Social Care proficiency for Social Care Workers', Ireland.
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Mattewman B., Curtis B. & Mayeda D.. (2021), Bring Sociological, Red Globe Press, UK.
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Ritizer G.. (2021), Essentials of Sociology, 4th,, Sage, USA.
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Peer reviewed articles, International Journal of Social Work.
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Peer reviewed articles, Journal of Social Development.
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Peer reviewed articles, European Journal of Social Work.
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World Health Organisation. Multiple references.
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United Nations. Multiple references.
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ActionAid. Multiple references.
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UN International Organization for
Migration. Multiple references.
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Irish Refugee Council. Multiple references.
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