Please note! Course description is confirmed for two academic years, which means that in general, e.g. Learning outcomes, assessment methods and key content stays unchanged. However, via course syllabus, it is possible to specify or change the course execution in each realization of the course, such as how the contact sessions are organized, assessment methods weighted or materials used.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Through participation in this course, students further develop and define their understanding of theoretical and pedagogical approaches to addressing sustainable developments, inter-species relations and environmental concerns as these are essential themes in art and art education. Students learn to apply theories to evaluate and create art and education events as well as cultural and education projects that aim to shape people's attitudes, beliefs and behavior concerning ecology, social justice, equality and sustainability.
Upon completing the course, students will be able to: Plan for artistic and pedagogical engagements founded in theory, specific to participants, locations and contexts as well as create plans to facilitate projects that aim to change individual and community attitudes and practices.
Credits: 5
Schedule: 28.10.2020 - 02.12.2020
Teacher in charge (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022): Anniina Suominen Guyas
Teacher in charge (applies in this implementation): Anniina Suominen Guyas
Contact information for the course (applies in this implementation):
CEFR level (applies in this implementation):
Language of instruction and studies (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022):
Teaching language: English
Languages of study attainment: English
CONTENT, ASSESSMENT AND WORKLOAD
Content
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
Through readings, activities, and by creating projects with partners, the course builds students' understanding and practical knowledge of sustainable efforts conducted by individuals and organizations that aim to reverse destruction, to build sustainable and less cruel societies as well as to impact people's perceptions of democratic cultures. During the course, participants interview and/or work with other professionals from the fields of science, culture, media, economics and/or materials productions and explore how arts, art activism, and art education pedagogy can positively participate in or facilitate these projects. Students analyse scientific, artistic, and pedagogical tetx and presentations, write short reflective papers, conduct interviews, create artistic responses and plan for pedagogical units or public events.
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
Kontaktiopetus, ekskursiot ja vierailut, asiantuntija haastattelut, itsenäinen ja ryhmätyöskentely
Workload
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
Kontaktiopetus 45 h (pakollinen läsnäolo min. 80%), itsenäinen työskentely 90 h
SDG: Sustainable Development Goals
4 Quality Education
10 Reduced Inequality
11 Sustainable Cities and Communities
12 Responsible Production and Consumption
13 Climate Action
14 Life Below Water
15 Life on Land
16 Peace and Justice Strong Institutions
17 Partnerships for the Goals
- Teacher: Suominen Anniina