Social Studies Practical Innovations

About this project

<p>The COVID-19 pandemic has hit the education sector hard, revealing noticeable differences in distance learning between intact pupils and pupils with special educational needs (SEN). In the conditions of distance learning, the current scheme of support for pupils by special pedagogues and assistants proves ineffective. One of the solutions is the involvement of social pedagogues who can support pupils in the home environment and thus facilitate greater inclusion of disadvantaged groups of pupils in the class. To reach this goal, we will aim at the preparation of university students-– future teachers. We will focus on their practical knowledge and competencies for working with pupils with SEN and outside the school environment and the specifics of the current education environment.</p> <p>Our Czech-Norwegian multidisciplinary team will share, collect and analyse new knowledge and experience with social pedagogy from foreign institutions. We aim to transfer the knowledge to the Czech educational system. In the project's second phase, the team will create an innovative practical part of the curriculum for two study fields and a good practice methodology, including recommendations for implementing the practical curriculum at other universities.</p> <p>After the end of the project, we will continue to strive to develop mutual relations and prepare a joint study programme together.</p>

Bilateral cooperation results

The cooperation with partner took place on several levels and had a major impact on the project implementation. Norway in particular is one of the most multicultural countries, which is perceived positively for its innovative approach to social work and the integration of different social groups. The cooperation also included several online consultations that contributed to the formulation of project outputs (research of educational methods, methodology of good practice). Our cooperation in this form will continue and we will be continuously sharing knowledge from the field of social studies innovation.

Project partners

• VID Specialized University Donor project partner· Norway