Learning objectives
- To acquire knowledge regarding the evolution of the concepts of dropping out and deviance.
- To acquire knowledge regarding the main characteristics of teens at risk for dropping out of school or at risk for deviant behavior.
- To be able to identify the strenghtnesses and weaknesses of the droppout and deviant behavior prevention and recovery programs.
Prerequisites
Nobody
Course unit content
- Introduction of the concept of “special educational need”.
- Analysis of the evolution of the concepts of deviance and dropping-out.
- Presentation of the main characteristics of teens at risk for drop-out or for deviant behavior.
- Presentation and critycal analysis of scholastic or extrascholastic droppout and deviant behavior prevention and recovery programs.
Full programme
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Bibliography
The bibliography will be supplied at the beginning of the lessons.
Teaching methods
• Lectures.
• Preparation of a brief talk on a specific subject.
Assessment methods and criteria
• Assessment of learning through a test.
• Possible oral exam.
Other information
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