BA in Social Work / Бакалавр в Области Социальной Работы

Course Details

Course Information Package

Course Unit TitleSOCIAL WORK WITH GROUPS II
Course Unit CodeASGW211
Course Unit DetailsBA Social Work (Required Courses) -
Number of ECTS credits allocated5
Learning Outcomes of the course unitBy the end of the course, the students should be able to:
  1. Understand in depth the dynamics of the process of social work and its applicability to solve individual and group problems, personal development and goal achievement for members and groups.
  2. Develop specialized knowledge of Social Work with Groups and link them with the application.
  3. Know and understand the group process, recognize and appreciate the phases and stages of development teams.
  4. Analyze the main theoretical approaches to working with groups and synthesize information from other disciplines and contemporary social issues with their contents.
  5. Identify personal needs and problems and determine the appropriate type of group to join.
  6. Assess the potential of people to become members of specific groups and provide adequate preparation for their integration.
  7. Choose the right people to join therapeutic advisory groups or closed groups with a specific purpose or other appropriate projects.
  8. Direct the operation of groups, educational and social action.
  9. Adapt their role according to the distinction of the groups and the interests of members and the group.
  10. Identify existing social problems, situations and processes to design and plan the appropriate interventional group activities - social mediation.
Mode of DeliveryFace-to-face
PrerequisitesASGW201Co-requisitesNONE
Recommended optional program componentsNONE
Course Contents
Stages of group development:
• Stages of formation, development and termination of the groups and the characteristics of each stage
• Discrete features and operation of various types of groups 
• Analysis of group situations and interventional planning and organization activities
• Connecting the role of social worker with the stages of formation and development of the team as the termination step team
• Leadership and development of the group process
• Distinguish the role of the social worker according to the distinction of the characteristics of groups

Theoretical approaches to the process of social work with groups:
• Basic concepts of each theoretical approach
• Compare concepts theories and analysis of central characteristics
• Evaluate the usefulness of different theoretical approaches to the  application 

Application of the method of social work with groups in different types and composition of groups: 
• Identify the needs of those served for inclusion in the appropriate group 
• Formation of different types groups 
• Review and development of group dynamics (relationships, interaction, experience, culture, cohesion, communication patterns, etc.) to help members and change behaviors
• Design and implement interventions to achieve the objectives of the team and community members
• Intervention by social workers in existing groups
• Configuration of social worker role in accordance with the type of group, the needs and interests of members and the group
• Technical implementation of social work with groups and link with the role and skills of the social worker
• Monitoring and evaluation stages of team development
• The use of project teams
• Managing and resolving crises and conflicts in the team
• Promote active participation procedures and making membership in the group
• Procedures for registration of operations of the Group and the implementation process of the project team
• Review progress and outcome of group
• Strengthening organizational solidarity and self-help groups
• Organization and operation of groups with specific composition and default view

Recommended and/or required reading:
Textbooks
  • Karatzoli, P. et al (2006) Experiential Activities for Group and Personal Development, Thessalonika: “MIDEN OIO DEKA”: 17-55 (el)
  • Navrides, K. (2005) Psychology of groups. Clinical Psychodynamic approaches. Athens: Papazissi: 97-111 & 123-145
  • Papadopoulou - Katsoridou, Chr. (2002), Social Work with Groups, Athens: “ELLIN”: 63-194 & 215-242 (el)
  • Poulopoulos, Ch. (2016) Dynamic of Groups and Ganges of Organizations, Athens: Topos: 24-97 (el)
References
  • Archontaki, Z. & Philippou, D. (2003) 205 Empirical exercises for the encouragement of groups, Athens: Kastaniotis: 21-84 (el)
  • Blanchet, Al. and Trognon, Al. (1997) Psychology of groups, Athens: Savvalas: 97-111 & 137-143
  • Hitiris, L. (1994) Organizational Behaviour, Athens: Interbooks: 183-213.
  • Filippou, D. & Karandana, P. (2010) Stories to dream of... Games to Grow up with...: For the encouragement of empirical self-development groups, “Kastaniotis”, Athens (el)
  • Ι.Α.Κ.Ε. (1997) Group Dynamics and Change: Innovative approaches in working with groups, Athens: IAKE: 9-70 (el)
  • Institute for Child Health (2012) Step by Step to Implement Child Support Groups, Athens: Daphne III, Project: Growing a Child through Railings Prison, ICH.
  • Yalom, D. Ir. (2009) Inpatient Group Psychotherapy, Athens: Agra
  • Vassilopoulos et al (2010) Psychological and educational Groups for Children, Athens: Grigoris
  • Association for the Advancement of Social Work with Groups, Inc. (2013) Standards for Social Work Practice with Groups, Second Edition, in Social Work With Groups, 36 (2-3): 270-282
  • Drumm, K. (2006) The Essential Power of Group Work, in Social Work With Groups, 29 (2-3): 17-31
  • Glassman, Ur. and Kates, L. (1988) Strategies for Group Work Field Instruction, in Social Work with Groups, 11 (1-2): 111-124
  • Hannah, J. P. (2000) Preparing Members for the Expectations of Social Work with Groups: An Approach to the Preparatory Interview, in Social Work with Groups, 22 (4): 51-66
  • Kurland, R. and Salmon, R. (1999) Purpose: A Misunderstood and Misused Keystone of Group Work Practice, in Social Work With Groups, 21 (3): 5-17
  • Pollio, E. D. (2003) The Evidence-Based Group Worker, in Social Work With Groups, 25 (4): 57-70
  • William Schwartz (2006) The Group Work Tradition and Social Work Practice, in Social Work With Groups, 28 (3-4): 69-89
Planned learning activities and teaching methods
Classroom lectures with the use videos and presentations power point. Class notes and presentation are made available to the students through the e-learning platform. Student discussions in small groups and the whole class.
Role playing. Group analysis from reports and case studies of group activities. Presentation from visitor professionals with experiences to social work with special groups. Student practical exercises and presentations

Assessment methods and criteria
Mid-term written examination 30%
Final Exam50%
Participation in class exercises and/or Individual assign20%
Language of instructionGreek
Work placement(s)NO

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