community development module guide 2012/13
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Module guide for SDC FdSc 2012/13TRANSCRIPT
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FdSc Uniformed Public Services
2013/13 SOUD1193: Community Development
Academic year 2012-13
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Contents
1 Module Aims
2 Module Team and key contacts
3 Teaching and Learning Strategy
4 Assessment
5 Date of Submission
6 Definitive Module Record
7 Scheme of Learning
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1 Module Aims
Welcome to module SOUD1193 Community Development
This module aims to provide the students with an understanding of community
development at a local level and the influence of national policies and interagency
work. It takes a practical approach with an emphasis on case studies, working
documents and students own experiences of community development.
The module will aim to allow the students to apply the theoretical knowledge to
practical problem/projects which will be of a service area that interests them as
individuals and groups.
A copy of the full Definitive Module Record for this module can be found at the
back of this guide.
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2 Module Team
Glyn Potter | Programme Leader
Room – Burton
t 01803 540328 | e [email protected]
Key contacts:
Liam McGrath LLB Chief executive 11 Castle Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 3BB
T: 01803 212638 M: 07435 788489 E: [email protected] W:www.cvatorbay.org.uk W: www.torcom.org.uk
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3 Teaching and Learning Strategy
The community development module will use a variety of teaching and learning
techniques e.g. lectures case studies, group discussion, seminars, presentations,
inquiry based learning, community based learning, guest lecturers and group
projects.
This module will be largely based on a project/problem based learning (PBL)
approach. It will allow small groups of students to investigate a problem in a
chosen service area and work together to drill deep into the real world and local
community issues. It will develop the student’s awareness of problem solving,
communicating, team working and project management.
This module will look to apply the theoretical concepts of community development
through the PBL approach. It will provide an opportunity for the students to work
alongside a range of public services, third sector organisations, small businesses
and local communities, allowing for an authentically thick learning experience.
In addition - all learners are expected to access the superb facilities available in
our learning resources suite, which includes an excellent library, HE study suite,
additional ILT access, up-to-date journals and periodicals, comprehensive
electronic resources, services and support facilities. All HE students are provided
with ‘portal training’ during their initial induction, which enables them to access
University of Plymouth websites and learning resources.
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4 Assessment
Task 1 (30%): Essay 2000 words +/- 10% ‘What is effective community development and how should it look in the 21st century?’ Through an essay students will explore what makes effective community
development. Students will identify and analyse the theories, processes and
practices associated with community development. Students should also consider
their own personal experiences in local community development projects as a
means of primary sourcing. Students must also discuss the policy processes
associated with community development.
Task 2 (70%): Small Group Presentation of ABCD project case study (30 minutes) Students will demonstrate a detailed knowledge of Asset Based Community
Development practice and how to apply it and review the effectiveness of a
community development project in meeting its aims. In order to do this the
students will create an ABCD project in their own communities. They will then
present how their project was conceived, developed & how it is meeting its aims.
The case study must also consider the nature of communities they are working
with, this can be explored through qualitative and quantities means. Each group
will present their findings back to the participants of the project, local community
and each other in a self-organised event.
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5 Date of Submission
Task 1 (30%): Essay Formative Deadline: 21st November 2012 Summative Deadline: 28th November 2012 Task 2 (70%): Group presentation of case study Formative Deadline: 01st May 2013 Summative Deadline: 08th May 2013
Submissions must be in-line with University of Plymouth and South Devon College
academic regulations. Any extenuating circumstances must be applied for before
date of submission. Failure to submit on time will result in a nil grade.
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6 Definitive Module Record
UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH MODULE RECORD
MODULE CODE: SOUD1193 CREDITS: 20 LEVEL: 4
MODULE TITLE: Community Development
PRE-REQUISITE(S): None
CO-REQUISITE(S): None
COMPENSATABLE WITHIN THIS PROGRAMME: Yes
SHORT MODULE DESCRIPTOR
This module aims to provide the students with an understanding of community development at a local
level and the influence of national policies and interagency work. It takes a practical approach with an
emphasis on case studies, working documents and students own experiences of community
development.
ELEMENTS OF ASSESSMENT:
(C1)COURSEWORK 100%
Subject Assessment Panel Group to which module should be linked: TBC
Minimum pass mark for professional body accreditation: N/A
MODULE AIMS:
Provide an understanding of the term community
To describe the relevant theories and models surrounding community development
Analyse critically community development in the UK at a local and national level
Explore ways of managing community development projects and processes
ASSESSED LEARNING OUTCOMES: At the end of a module the learner will be expected to
be able to:
1. Explain the nature of communities.
2. Critically appraise the models, theories and processes of community development 3. To explore the policy making process with regard to community development
4. Demonstrate a detailed knowledge of community development practice and how to apply it.
5. Review the effectiveness of a community development project in meeting its aims
INDICATIVE SYLLABUS CONTENT: Social Capital, Social networks, norms and habits. Historical influences on communities and their development. Community development theories, practices and implementation. Community Empowerment, Education. Community engagement strategies. Monitoring and evaluating. Public policy making process including decision making, implementation and evaluating power relations and inequalities, as anti-discriminatory strategies should be a key component of people’s learning and practice.
APPROVAL: DATE OF APPROVAL: 21st June 2011
DATE OF IMPLEMENTATION: 26th September 2011
DATE(S) OF APPROVED CHANGE: XX/XX/XX
FACULTY:
University of Plymouth
Colleges
SCHOOL:
PARTNER
INSTITUTION:
South Devon College
(For FHSW) NAME OF
SITE:
MODULE LEADER: Glyn Potter Term:
Assessment Criteria: Task 1 – (LO 1,2&3) Through an essay students will explain the nature of communities and
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critically appraise models, theories and processes of community development.
Task 2 – (LO 1,2,3,4&5) Using Case Studies students will demonstrate a detailed knowledge of
community development practice and how to apply it and review the effectiveness of a community
development project in meeting its aims.
Assessment Mode:
Coursework 100% Including:
Task 1 Essay 30%
Task 2 Case Study & Group Presentation 70%
All assessment tasks must be attempted and a mark of at least 40% achieved.
Schedule of Teaching and Learning:
Contact: Lectures, seminars and workshops including practical investigation where applicable.
Non-contact: Directed and non-directed reading, collection and review of information, discussion and
reflection about development in the work placement, preparation and completion of assessment task.
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1.1.1 Recommended Texts and Sources
Ledwith, M. (2005) community development. Policy press
Ledwith and Springett (2009) Participatory practice, Policy Press
Gilchrist, A. (2009) The well connected community: A networking approach to Community
Development (2nd edition). Policy press.
Banks, Sarah et al (2003). Managing community practice. Policy press
Craig et al (2011) A community development reader, Policy Press Gilchrist and Taylor (2011) A short guide to community development
Gilchrist (2007) equalities and communities; challenge, choice and change, Community Development
Foundation
Henderson and Versceg (2010) Community development and civil society, Policy Press
CLG (2006) Community development challenge report (downloadable from CDF website, I think)
Freire, P. (1972) pedagogy of the oppressed.
Adirondack (2002) Just About Managing: London VSC
Hayes & Reason (2004) Voluntary but not Amateur: London VSC
Pantazin & Gordon (2000) Tackling Inequalities: The Policy Press
Watson & Woolf (2003) Human Rights Act Toolkit LAG
Burns. D. (2004) Making Community Participation Meaningful Bristol, Policy Press
Thorleby & Hutchinson (2001) Working in Partnership – A source book (SQW Ltd): NOF
Yorks and Humber (2000)Active Partners; benchmarking community participation in regeneration
COGS Community Development Consultancy: RDA
Pellegrini: (2001) A community development perspective Evaluation –Greater Easterhouse Community
Health Project
Field (2003): Evaluating community projects NIACE
Websites:
Community Development Foundation www.cdf.org.uk
Federation for Community Development Learning www.fcdl.org.uk
Community Development Exchange www.cdx.org.uk
Active Learning for Active Citizenship www.active-citizen.org.uk
http://www.idea.gov.uk
Government communities website
http://www.communities.gov.uk/publications/communities/communitydevelopment
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7 Scheme of Learning
Week Topic Suggested Reading Topic /Activity
1 – 26 Sept Module introduction, assessment and reading for the module. What is community development? What are community development values?
Module Guide Gilchrist and Taylor
(2011) A short guide to
community development
Chapter 1
Group work
2 – 3 Oct What is community development? What are community development values? Applying community development in different services areas – raising awareness
Gilchrist and Taylor
(2011) A short guide to
community development
Chapter 6
http://www.cdx.org.uk/community-development/what-community-development
3 - 10 Oct What is community development – case based seminar
Student led reading and research
4 – 17 Oct The changing context of community development – policy processes
Gilchrist and Taylor (2011) A short guide to
community development Chapter 2
Ledwith (2005)
community development
chapter 1 ‘why empower?’
5 – 24 Oct The changing context of community development – policy processes – and future trends
Gilchrist and Taylor
(2011) A short guide to
community development Chapter 2
Ledwith (2005)
community development
chapter 1 ‘why empower?’
6 – 7 Nov Effective and Ethical community development – theory to practice Group debate & discussion
Gilchrist and Taylor
(2011) A short guide to
community development
Chapter 5
6 – 14 Nov Theoretical concepts – community- social capital – capacity building – ABCD – Schuler’s values
Gilchrist and Taylor
(2011) A short guide to
community development
Chapter 4
7 – 21 Nov Peer reviews Handouts (peer assessment)
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8 – 28 Nov Doing community development – ABCD asset mapping
Kretzman
9 – 5 Dec ABCD project plans – seminar discussion
10 – 12 Dec Doing community development – organisation and project management
Ledwith, M. (2005)
community development.
Policy press
Chapter 4
11 – 9 Jan Doing community development – community engagement strategies
Gilchrist and Taylor
(2011) A short guide to
community development
Chapter 5
Ledwith, M. (2005)
community development.
Policy press
Chapter 1
12 – 16 Jan Understanding community practice Pierson (2008) Going
Local: understanding
community practice
chapter 2
13 – 23 Jan Bringing communities together Pierson (2008) Going
Local: understanding
community practice
chapter 8
14 – 30 Jan Doing community development - ABCD
15 – 6 Feb Doing community development - ABCD
16 – 13 Feb Doing community development – pit stop (where are we at? Sharing stories)
Reading week Residential trip to Knoydart ?
17 - 27 Feb Challenges for practice – theory Gilchrist and Taylor
(2011) A short guide to
community development
Chapter 4
18 - 6 Mar Doing community development – history of community as a story (who are your communities?)
19 - 13 Mar Monitoring and evaluation of community development projects –
Gilchrist and Taylor
(2011) A short guide to
community development
Chapter 7
20 – 20 Mar Doing community development - ABCD
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21 – 27 Mar Doing community development - ABCD
24 18 Apr Doing community development – Where are we at? – story sharing
25 22 Apr Group tutorials Presentation workshop and event organisation
Formative assessment
26 1 May Doing community development
27 8 May Summative assessment presentations week. Presenting to the community.