Class Seminar in research and intervention in  social services I

This curricular unit aims to consolidate and deepen the theoretical-methodological, ethical-political, and technical-operational knowledge acquired throughout the degree programme, fostering its critical application in the analysis of complex social issues and in the development of theoretically grounded professional interventions. It seeks to promote a reflective, critical, and inquiry-based approach that is essential to Social Work practice and grounded in the principles of human rights, social justice, participation, and inclusion. It strengthens students' capacity to generate knowledge about social reality and to support professional practice through evidence-informed, critically reflective, and ethically grounded interventions, thereby contributing to the continuous improvement of the quality and effectiveness of Social Work practice.

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Part 1. From research to action: the case of curricular internships The meaning of a curricular internship Fundamental elements for the realization of the Internship Ethical and deontological care of the curricular Internship Construction of the internship report: Elements of the internship report Academic standards for the accomplishment of academic work Definition of the internship activities – daily activities and proposed activities (including at least one research activity).  Part 2. Social problems To analyze the different social problems inherent to the internship To analyze the social measures and policies associated with the internship sites

The curricular unit adopts active, participatory, and collaborative teaching and learning methodologies, fostering students' engagement in the construction of knowledge and the development of scientific, professional, and reflective competencies. The curricular unit will also include the participation of social workers and other invited professionals, providing students with opportunities to engage with diverse fields of practice, share professional experiences, and benefit from learning grounded in real-world Social Work practice. Formative assessment will be continuous and supported by regular feedback from both the lecturer and peers, encouraging self-assessment and critical reflection on learning outcomes and the development of professional competencies, in close articulation with Field Placement III (Internship III).

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