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The module aims to examine the notion of the family and family structures in relation to the community and contemporary society, and to explore the roles , rights and responsibilities of family and community members in the promotion of sustainable futures.

This module will cover the following topics:

personal, community and societal expectations of 'the family';

effective ways to support and empower individual children and their families; children as active learners within their own family;

the changing roles, rights and responsibilities of children within families; development of working partnerships with families and communities;

promotion and facilitation of empowerment, care and education;

the development of anti-oppressive, inclusive practice;

the role of effective communication and professional relationships in relation to the promotion of equal opportunities and family empowerment;

marginalization of families both within communities and twenty-first century society.

A student passing this module should be able to:...

1. Articulate the differing concepts of the family and family structures within a historical perspective;

2. Identify and examine the influence of historical, cultural and social context upon family responsibility within society;

3. Identify and evaluate the influence of personal value and belief systems within family structures and their function;

4. Identify and explain family and community support structures that are available to empower families and communities;

5. Employ differing methods of working effectively in partnership with families and communities;

6. Utilize current research findings and projects to promote and support development of anti-oppressive, inclusive practice.

The Library Catalogue contains full details of the current reading list for this module. Further details may also be found in the Module Guide.