Opinto-opas

Osaamistavoitteet

Students is able to:
- Get insights into careers in the tech industry
- Comprehend the concepts of equality and diversity
- Recognize the benefits of a diverse workplace
- Identify gender segregation in the industry
- Analyze case studies of inclusion initiatives in technology
- Promote inclusive workplace cultures
- Participate in training programs
- Utilize mentorship and support networks

Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät

- Guest lectures and workshops
- Interviews with technology mentors and diversity advocates
- Group discussions and debates
- Research projects and presentations

Ajoitus ja läsnäolo

Online lectures and self-study material.
Attendance is recommended.

Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus

All required material is provided online.

Työelämäyhteistyö

Diversity advocates and mentors from fields such as ICT, the game industry, and eSports will provide guidance and support to help participants start their professional paths.

Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus

The course is 2 ECTs

Sisältö

This course promotes gender equality in technology and engineering. It is designed for women and non-binary individuals interested in pursuing careers in these fields. Participants will explore strategies and initiatives to implement good practices and inclusive environments.

Students is able to:
- Get insights into careers in the tech industry
- Comprehend the concepts of equality and diversity
- Recognize the benefits of a diverse workplace
- Identify gender segregation in the industry
- Analyze case studies of inclusion initiatives in technology
- Promote inclusive workplace cultures
- Participate in training programs
- Utilize mentorship and support networks

The course is a part of TOIVE project. TOIVE - Towards equal working life project is aimed to reduce workplace gender segregation in three industries: IT industry, game industry and esports. A comprehensive dismantling of segregation in these areas is necessary for at least three reasons: promoting equality, reaching the full labour potential, and achieving the development and growth potential of the sectors.TOIVE focuses on creating equal opportunities for people regardless of their gender, gender identity and gender expression. TOIVE project is an ESF+ funded project (ESR+).

Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen

No prior knowledge required.

Arviointimenetelmät

Lesson tasks, group discussions and small research project.

Arviointiasteikko

Hyväksytty/Hylätty

Arviointikriteerit: arviointiasteikko hyväksytty/hylätty

To pass the course, students must complete all the lesson tasks and the research project.