La povertà nella società contemporanea from edX

La povertà è una condizione sociale che interessa tutte le società, anche quelle industrializzate dove si fonda su confronti intertemporali tra differenti gruppi sociali. Questo corso analizza sia l'atteggiamento della società nei confronti dei poveri, e come questi hanno influenzato le politiche di contrasto alla povertà, sia i metodi di analisi di questo fenomeno. È un corso per operatori sociali e per tutti coloro che lavorano sulle tematiche della povertà. Si articola in tre parti.

La prima parte ripercorre l’evoluzione storica della condizione sociale del povero. Nell’ambito della seconda parte si affronta il problema della "misurazione" della povertà, ossia sono presi in esame i metodi e gli strumenti di rilevazione empirica che vanno a costituire la “cassetta degli attrezzi del sociologo”.

L’ultima parte, invece, si focalizza sul caso italiano. Il corso si conclude con una lezione dedicata alla rappresentazione sociale della povertà nei media.

Le lezioni seguono uno sviluppo logico e temporale, ma ciascun blocco e la lezione conclusiva possono essere studiati anche separatamente.

Poverty in contemporary society

Poverty is a condition affecting all societies, even industrialized ones, where it is based on inter-temporal comparison between different social groups.

This course analyses attitudes towards the poor, and how these attitudes influence policies to contrast poverty. It also looks at the way poverty is analyzed and measured. The course is designed for social workers or anyone working in the area of poverty.

The course is structured in three blocks. The first part covers the evolution of the social conditions of the poor over time. In the second part students will look at the research methods and tools that make up the “sociologist’s toolbox”. The last part of the course focuses on the Italian context. The concluding lesson is on the way poverty is represented in the media. The lessons follow a logical and chronological order, but the different blocks, and the last lesson, can also be studied separately.

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Learning objectives

Comprendere la povertà per ideare politiche sociali adeguate
Povertà come condizione sociale e non economica
Metodi di ricerca empirici e indicatori di povertà

Understand poverty to inform social policy
Poverty as a social rather than economic condition
Empirical research methods and indicators of poverty

Comprendere la povertà per ideare politiche sociali adeguate
Povertà come condizione sociale e non economica
Metodi di ricerca empirici e indicatori di povertà
Understand poverty to inform social policy
Poverty as a social rather than economic condition
Empirical research methods and indicators of poverty

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Si inquadra nel tema sociale della povertà in contesti sociali e industriali, offrendo una prospettiva essenziale per chi lavora nel campo del sociale

Esamina i metodi di analisi empirica della povertà come strumenti essenziali per i sociologi, fornendo competenze pratiche per la comprensione del fenomeno

Si concentra sul caso italiano, fornendo una prospettiva specifica e contestualizzata sulla povertà, arricchendo la comprensione degli studenti

Evidenzia l'importanza della rappresentazione mediatica della povertà, fornendo approfondimenti sul suo impatto sulla percezione sociale

Richiede prerequisiti di base nella comprensione dei metodi di ricerca sociale, il che potrebbe limitare l'accessibilità per i principianti assoluti

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Corso informativo sulla povertà

Gli studenti che hanno recensito questo corso hanno notato che è un corso molto informativo, ben organizzato e facile da seguire. Gli studenti hanno anche apprezzato l'uso del materiale video e di testo, che hanno trovato efficace e coinvolgente. Nel complesso, gli studenti hanno dato un feedback positivo su questo corso, raccomandandolo ad altri studenti interessati all'argomento.

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in La povertà nella società contemporanea with these activities:

Esercizi sulla misurazione della povertà

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Eseguire esercizi sulla misurazione della povertà ti aiuterà a padroneggiare i metodi e gli strumenti utilizzati per analizzare questo fenomeno.

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Trova esercizi sulla misurazione della povertà online o nei libri di testo.
Lavora sugli esercizi, calcolando il tasso di povertà e altri indicatori per diversi set di dati.
Confronta i tuoi risultati con quelli forniti.

Presentazione sulla storia della povertà

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Creare una presentazione sulla storia della povertà ti aiuterà a comprendere meglio le radici di questo problema sociale.

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Ricerca la storia della povertà, dalle società antiche ai tempi moderni.
Identifica i principali fattori che hanno contribuito alla povertà nel corso della storia.
Crea una presentazione che illustri le tue scoperte, utilizzando grafici, immagini e dati.
Presenta la tua presentazione ai tuoi compagni di corso.

Discussione di gruppo sulla rappresentazione della povertà nei media

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Partecipare a una discussione di gruppo sulla rappresentazione della povertà nei media amplierà la tua comprensione di come questo problema viene rappresentato e compreso nella società.

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Partecipa a una discussione in classe o in un gruppo di studio sulla rappresentazione della povertà nei media.
Condividi le tue opinioni e ascolta quelle degli altri.
Rifletti sulla rappresentazione della povertà nei media e sul suo impatto sulla società.

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Leggi "La povertà in Italia" di Maurizio Franzini

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Questo libro fornisce una panoramica completa della povertà in Italia, comprese le cause, le conseguenze e le politiche per affrontarla.

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Leggi i capitoli del libro che riguardano la storia della povertà, le sue cause e le sue conseguenze.
Prendi appunti sulle politiche e sui programmi progettati per affrontare la povertà.
Discuti le tue scoperte con i tuoi compagni di corso.

Progetto di ricerca sulla povertà nella tua comunità

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Condurre un progetto di ricerca sulla povertà nella tua comunità ti aiuterà a comprendere le dimensioni e l'impatto di questo problema a livello locale.

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Identifica un aspetto specifico della povertà che vorresti studiare.
Pianifica e conduci una ricerca, utilizzando interviste, sondaggi o altri metodi di raccolta dati.
Analizza i tuoi dati e trai conclusioni sulle cause e sulle conseguenze della povertà nella tua comunità.
Scrivi un rapporto sui tuoi risultati e condividilo con altri.

Volontariato presso un'organizzazione anti-povertà

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Il volontariato presso un'organizzazione anti-povertà ti offrirà un'esperienza pratica di lavoro contro questo problema sociale.

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Trova un'organizzazione anti-povertà nella tua comunità e contattala per opportunità di volontariato.
Impegnati in attività di volontariato, come il tutoraggio dei bambini, la distribuzione di cibo o la fornitura di assistenza abitativa.
Rifletti sulla tua esperienza e sul suo impatto sulla tua comprensione della povertà.

Piano d'azione per affrontare la povertà

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Creare un piano d'azione per affrontare la povertà ti aiuterà a pensare a soluzioni pratiche a questo problema.

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Identifica le cause principali della povertà nella tua comunità o regione.
Sviluppa una serie di raccomandazioni politiche per affrontare queste cause.
Crea un piano d'azione che descriva come verrebbero implementate queste raccomandazioni.
Condividi il tuo piano d'azione con i responsabili politici, gli attivisti e altre parti interessate.

Career center

Learners who complete La povertà nella società contemporanea will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Poverty Researcher

Poverty Researchers study the causes and consequences of poverty. They conduct research to identify the factors that contribute to poverty and develop policies to reduce poverty. This course would be helpful for Poverty Researchers because it provides a comprehensive understanding of poverty, its causes, and its consequences. The course also covers the methods of analyzing poverty, which would be helpful for Poverty Researchers who need to be able to conduct research on this important social issue.

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Sociologist

Sociologists study human society and social behavior. They research social issues, such as poverty, and develop theories to explain how society works. This course would be useful for Sociologists because it provides a comprehensive understanding of poverty, its causes, and its consequences. The course also covers the methods of analyzing poverty, which would be helpful for Sociologists who need to be able to conduct research on this important social issue.

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Program Director

Program Directors oversee the implementation of programs that serve people in need, including those who are experiencing poverty. They develop and manage budgets, hire and supervise staff, and evaluate the effectiveness of programs. This course would be helpful for Program Directors because it provides a comprehensive understanding of poverty, its causes, and its consequences. The course also covers the methods of analyzing poverty, which would be helpful for Program Directors who need to be able to assess the needs of their clients and develop effective programs to address those needs.

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Fundraiser

Fundraisers raise money to support organizations that serve people in need, including those who are experiencing poverty. They develop fundraising strategies, write grant proposals, and organize fundraising events. This course would be helpful for Fundraisers because it provides a comprehensive understanding of poverty, its causes, and its consequences. The course also covers the methods of analyzing poverty, which would be helpful for Fundraisers who need to be able to communicate the impact of poverty to potential donors.

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Public Policy Advocate

Public Policy Advocates work to influence public policy decisions to improve the lives of people in need, including those who are experiencing poverty. They research issues, develop policy proposals, and lobby policymakers to support their proposals. This course would be helpful for Public Policy Advocates because it provides a comprehensive understanding of poverty, its causes, and its consequences. The course also covers the methods of analyzing poverty, which would be helpful for Public Policy Advocates who need to be able to assess the impact of public policies on poverty.

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Community Organizer

Community Organizers work to empower communities to address their own problems, including poverty. They organize community meetings, develop leadership skills, and advocate for policies that benefit the community. This course would be helpful for Community Organizers because it provides a comprehensive understanding of poverty, its causes, and its consequences. The course also covers the methods of analyzing poverty, which would be helpful for Community Organizers who need to be able to assess the needs of their community and develop effective strategies to address those needs.

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Nonprofit Program Manager

Nonprofit Program Managers oversee the implementation of programs that serve people in need, including those who are experiencing poverty. They develop and manage budgets, hire and supervise staff, and evaluate the effectiveness of programs. This course would be helpful for Nonprofit Program Managers because it provides a comprehensive understanding of poverty, its causes, and its consequences. The course also covers the methods of analyzing poverty, which would be helpful for Nonprofit Program Managers who need to be able to assess the needs of their clients and develop effective programs to address those needs.

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Journalist

Journalists inform the public about important issues, including poverty. They research stories, interview sources, and write articles to help people understand the world around them. This course would be helpful for Journalists because it provides a comprehensive understanding of poverty, its causes, and its consequences. The course also covers the methods of analyzing poverty, which would be helpful for Journalists who need to be able to report on this important issue accurately and effectively.

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Grant Writer

Grant Writers write grant proposals to secure funding for organizations that serve people in need, including those who are experiencing poverty. They research funding opportunities, develop proposals, and manage the grant writing process. This course would be helpful for Grant Writers because it provides a comprehensive understanding of poverty, its causes, and its consequences. The course also covers the methods of analyzing poverty, which would be helpful for Grant Writers who need to be able to communicate the impact of poverty to potential funders.

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Development Officer

Development Officers oversee the fundraising and development activities of organizations that serve people in need, including those who are experiencing poverty. They develop fundraising strategies, manage fundraising staff, and build relationships with donors. This course would be helpful for Development Officers because it provides a comprehensive understanding of poverty, its causes, and its consequences. The course also covers the methods of analyzing poverty, which would be helpful for Development Officers who need to be able to communicate the impact of poverty to potential donors.

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Social Policy Analyst

Social Policy Analysts analyze the impact of social policies on the lives of people in need, including those who are experiencing poverty. They research social issues, develop policy proposals, and evaluate the effectiveness of social policies. This course would be helpful for Social Policy Analysts because it provides a comprehensive understanding of poverty, its causes, and its consequences. The course also covers the methods of analyzing poverty, which would be helpful for Social Policy Analysts who need to be able to assess the impact of social policies on poverty.

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Executive Director

Executive Directors lead organizations that serve people in need, including those who are experiencing poverty. They develop strategic plans, manage staff, and oversee the organization's finances. This course would be helpful for Executive Directors because it provides a comprehensive understanding of poverty, its causes, and its consequences. The course also covers the methods of analyzing poverty, which would be helpful for Executive Directors who need to be able to assess the needs of their clients and develop effective strategies to address those needs.

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Economist

Economists study the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services. They analyze economic data and develop theories to explain how the economy works. This course would be helpful for Economists because it provides an understanding of poverty, which is a major economic issue. The course also covers the methods of analyzing poverty, which would be helpful for Economists who need to be able to assess the impact of economic policies on poverty.

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Social Worker

Social Workers help people in need, including those who are experiencing poverty. They provide counseling, support, and resources to help people overcome challenges and improve their lives. This course would be useful for Social Workers because it provides a comprehensive understanding of poverty, its causes, and its consequences. The course also covers the methods of analyzing poverty, which would be helpful for Social Workers who need to be able to assess the needs of their clients.

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Policy Analyst

Policy Analysts are responsible for advising government officials on policy decisions. They analyze data, research best practices, and make recommendations on how to improve public policy. This course would be helpful for Policy Analysts because it provides an in-depth understanding of poverty, which is a major social issue that policymakers must address. The course also covers the methods of analyzing poverty, which would be helpful for Policy Analysts who need to be able to evaluate the effectiveness of different policies.

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