Sociology Of The Third Sector
(objectives)
The aim of the course is to provide the essential elements of the analysis of the sphere of society called "Third Sector”, as a plurality of actors, entities, organizations, institutions and enterprises that they pursue civic, solidarity and social utility purposes and carry out activities of general interest, and apply this analysis to the development of the local social services system. At the end of the course the student is able to: In terms of knowledge and understanding: - - know the different theories and approaches of the social sciences regarding the birth, presence, evolution, development prospects of organizations of Third sector; - - know the main definitions in the international context (with particular attention to the European context); In terms of autonomy of judgment: - - link sociological theory to Third sector organizations; - - evaluate the innovations of the social intervention system; In terms of communication skills: - - apply the "case study" technique to the Third sector; In terms of learning ability: - - - critically compare the different approaches to the study of the Third sector and discuss their implications on public policies; - - exercise availability for scientific research in the Third sector.
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Code
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22910719 |
Language
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ITA |
Type of certificate
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Profit certificate
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Credits
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6
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Scientific Disciplinary Sector Code
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SPS/07
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Contact Hours
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36
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Type of Activity
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Related or supplementary learning activities
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Teacher
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ACCORINTI MARCO
(syllabus)
After an initial presentation of the main analytical paradigms for interpreting the NGO Sector, the main approaches developed within three traditions of reflexive thought will be illustrated: a) economic theories; b) political theories; c) sociological theories. The second part will address the question of how the NGO Sector functions in Italy, and thus what are the operational and management characteristics that determine its specificity/distinctiveness. A specific part will deal with the professional profiles of NGO professionals. Finally, specific areas of development of the NGO sector in Italy will be analysed.
(reference books)
At the beginning of the course, students will receive the reference bibliography for the exam. Evers A., Laville J.L. (eds) (2004), The Third Sector in Europe, Chentelham, EdwardElgar
A specific programme will be defined for Erasmus students.
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Dates of beginning and end of teaching activities
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From to |
Delivery mode
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Traditional
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Attendance
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not mandatory
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