Objectives of Programme's Learning Outcomes

• Understand the epistemological postures and the methodological tools human sciences related to issues of social transitions and innovations.
• Understand the epistemological frameworks in human and social sciences in order to change thought patterns.
• Understand the methodological frameworks in human and social sciences in order to change practices.
• Conduct research/projects in the context of social transitions and innovations by selecting appropriate epistemological approaches and methodologies.
• Articulate reflection, research and action in order to design and carry out an innovative research project.
• Understand the different steps and methods necessary to conduct scientific research on issues regarding social transitions and innovations.
• Construct a frame of reference and formulate an innovative issue based on the analysis of scientific literature and observations in the field.
• Intervene appropriately in concrete problems regarding transition, among other things, by developing answers and action plans from the creativity of local actors.
• Apply acquired skills in professional contexts of social transitions and innovations.
• Critically evaluate the scope, potential impacts and limitations of actions implemented in contexts of social transitions and innovations.
• Understand the tools of applied social sciences, and respond to social demands of actors concerned by issues of social transitions and innovations.
• Promote research reports in the presence of the actors involved.
• Take a critical and ethical approach regarding the challenges of societal transitions of the 21st century and raise awareness among society and within politics.
• Refer to ethical principles by implementing innovative solutions for social and political actors.
• Communicate (verbally and in writing) with the different audiences concerned by issues of societal transitions.
• Work in an interdisciplinary team and collectively negotiate the stages of action-research from a transitional perspective.
• Listen to team members and encourage them to express a collective opinion on solutions to be implemented.
• Communicate data in a precise and non-oriented way.

Learning Outcomes of UE

By the end of the seminar, the student will be able to :
- Better understand the complex nature and diversity of the career options and occupations in research and intervention 
- Question the approach and the position of the researcher-practitioner during fieldwork and internships 
- Cooperate with the other actors involved in order to develop a relevant participatory research study ;  
- Co-develop methodological and epistemological thinking ;
- Carry out intervision 
- Question and manage conflicts 
- Use innovative thinking skills when dealing with a particular situation

Content of UE

<b>Internship Supervision</b> :
- Carrying out intervision and mobilizing group intelligence ;
- Co-developing knowledge and best practices (social codes, proximity and distance according to the various publics, ethical boundaries, professional secrecy, …) ;
- Collective hermeneutics in sensitive cases and materials.

<b>Research and Intervention in professional settings</b>.
- The various figures of involvement and commitment ;
- Positioning oneself when doing fieldwork ;
- Co-developing an issue with the actors involved ;

Prior Experience

Not applicable

Type of Assessment for UE in Q1

• Presentation and/or works

Q1 UE Assessment Comments

Presentation and / or works

Type of Assessment for UE in Q2

• Presentation and/or works

Q2 UE Assessment Comments

Presentation and / or works

Type of Assessment for UE in Q3

• Presentation and/or works

Q3 UE Assessment Comments

Presentation and / or works

Type of Resit Assessment for UE in Q1 (BAB1)

• Presentation and/or works

Q1 UE Resit Assessment Comments (BAB1)

Not applicable