The aim of the course is to provide students with the theoretical framework and conceptual tools necessary to operate competently in the planning processes of local social services, in particular by using a strategic perspective based on go-vernance and participation.
At the end of the course the student will be able to:
- Knowledge and understanding:
to analyze and competently describe the ways in which social planning pro-cesses are carried out in the territories, identifying in them the characteristics of the different models;
- Applying knowledge and understanding:
formulate proposals for the definition and implementation of the tools and processes that characterize social planning
- Making judgements:
-assess the appropriateness and quality of the programming processes ana-lyzed;
-propose appropriate actions to support social planning processes being acti-vated or in progress;
- Communication skills:
formulate with appropriate terminology and concepts proposals or assess-ments concerning the theoretical and operational foundations of social plan-ning.
- In terms of learning ability:
- to carry out in-depth studies on the topics dealt with, drawing appropriately on the field of studies and research in the sector.
At the end of the course the student will be able to:
- Knowledge and understanding:
to analyze and competently describe the ways in which social planning pro-cesses are carried out in the territories, identifying in them the characteristics of the different models;
- Applying knowledge and understanding:
formulate proposals for the definition and implementation of the tools and processes that characterize social planning
- Making judgements:
-assess the appropriateness and quality of the programming processes ana-lyzed;
-propose appropriate actions to support social planning processes being acti-vated or in progress;
- Communication skills:
formulate with appropriate terminology and concepts proposals or assess-ments concerning the theoretical and operational foundations of social plan-ning.
- In terms of learning ability:
- to carry out in-depth studies on the topics dealt with, drawing appropriately on the field of studies and research in the sector.
teacher profile teaching materials
The first describes and discusses the concepts and tools that define the field of social planning. Specifically, the following topics are covered: social planning in local welfare; the concepts and practices of governance and participation; and social planning in the era of service outsourcing and shared administration.
The second part illustrates the rationale behind service outsourcing and the procedures through which it is implemented. Specifically, the main tools for outsourcing (contracting out and cash for care) are illustrated; the awarding procedures based on the most economically advantageous offer; and the possibility of using agreements with voluntary organizations.
The third part presents the assumptions and implications related to the shared administration model, focusing on the concepts of co-programming and co-design. Participatory practices from a co-programming perspective will also be discussed.
Programme
The course is divided into three parts.The first describes and discusses the concepts and tools that define the field of social planning. Specifically, the following topics are covered: social planning in local welfare; the concepts and practices of governance and participation; and social planning in the era of service outsourcing and shared administration.
The second part illustrates the rationale behind service outsourcing and the procedures through which it is implemented. Specifically, the main tools for outsourcing (contracting out and cash for care) are illustrated; the awarding procedures based on the most economically advantageous offer; and the possibility of using agreements with voluntary organizations.
The third part presents the assumptions and implications related to the shared administration model, focusing on the concepts of co-programming and co-design. Participatory practices from a co-programming perspective will also be discussed.
Core Documentation
The exam texts will be communicated at the beginning of the teaching activities.Attendance
Attendance is not mandatory but is still strongly encouraged.Type of evaluation
The written test is evaluated considering the completeness and correctness of the contents, the appropriateness of the language also from a technical point of view and the clarity of the exposition.