Class Thematic Seminar II - Policies and Research in the Context of Social Organizations

The UC Thematic Seminar II - Policies and Research in the Context of Social Organizations is intended to be a teaching-learning format that combines theory with practice, to promote symbiosis between theoretical/scientific knowledge and professional practice in Social Economy Organizations.

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Part I - The third sector, social and solidarity economy 1.1. Legal regulations and statutes 1.2. The social and solidarity economy today: the Portuguese case 1.3. Social solidarity organizations: from the welfare paradigm to social intervention 1.4. Constitution of social economy entities Part II - Social Entrepreneurship 2.1. Social entrepreneurship, innovation, growth and jobs 2.2. The development of Social Entrepreneurship Initiatives 3.Design and development of Social Entrepreneurship initiatives 2.4. Examples of good practice 2.5. Research in the context of organisations

The UC has a strong focus on the theoretical-methodological and operative dimensions, which is why the lecturer will present the fundamental concepts of the program, which should be accompanied by the students reading, analyzing and interpreting the texts indicated. This methodology allows for debate and in-depth study of various texts relating to points on the syllabus or others of thematic interest. Students are challenged to take part in guided activities, using different teaching techniques such as role-play, group dynamics, brainstorming, problem-solving, watching and reflectively analyzing videos and films, making them more active and autonomous in their learning.

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