KC_WBe Wellbeing culture in the student life

Pan-university studies
Autumn 2023
Extent and Intensity
0/2/0. 2 credit(s). Type of Completion: z (credit).
Taught in person.
Teacher(s)
Sofiia Berezka, Ph.D. (lecturer)
Mgr. Alena Habrová (lecturer)
Mgr. Dagmar Králová (seminar tutor)
PaedDr. Marta Holasová, Ph.D. (assistant)
Mgr. Dana Otychová (assistant)
Guaranteed by
Mgr. Alena Habrová
Language Centre Unit for Pan-university Studies and Life-long Learning – Language Centre
Contact Person: Sofiia Berezka, Ph.D.
Supplier department: Language Centre Unit for Pan-university Studies and Life-long Learning – Language Centre
Timetable
Tue 3. 10. to Fri 15. 12. each even Tuesday 14:00–15:30 KOM 410 and Tue 10. 10. to Fri 15. 12. each odd Tuesday 14:00–15:30 406; and Tue 12. 12. 15:30–17:00 KOM 410
Prerequisites
The course is designed for students who actively use Czech, Ukrainian and English.
Course Enrolment Limitations
The course is offered to students of any study field.
The capacity limit for the course is 20 student(s).
Current registration and enrolment status: enrolled: 16/20, only registered: 0/20, only registered with preference (fields directly associated with the programme): 0/20
Course objectives
The aim of the course is to teach students how to apply the basic principles of wellbeing in their student life, to help them find inner peace and balance by mastering relaxation and stress management techniques (e.g. how to calm down before a speech or presentation).
Learning outcomes
Upon completion of the course the students will be able to:
- know the basic principles of wellbeing;
- analyze the level of balance in their life spheres;
- use practical wellbeing techniques to optimize and plan different areas of life;
- deal with stress more effectively;
- better understand their emotions and needs;
- be better focused during exams or in other stressful situations;
- bring more meaning and fulfillment into thier lives.
Syllabus
  • The course is taught by two teachers, each of whom focuses on selected topics that form the axis of the course. These topics are covered in individual blocks of the respective interactive curriculum - each teacher works with one curriculum. The topics of both curricula are interlinked and closely interrelated. In the course, students are introduced to the overall concept of wellbeing and its basic principles, as well as techniques that lead to a change of mindset, a sense of inner well-being and a life balance. These include techniques such as art therapy, psychohygiene, relaxation and stress management in different situations, with an emphasis on language and communication barriers.
Literature
  • LEMON, Narelle and Sharon MCDONOUGH. Building and sustaining a teaching career : strategies for professional experience, wellbeing and mindful practice. First published. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 2020, xii, 200. ISBN 9781108724722. info
  • Advancing Health and Wellbeing in the Changing Urban Environment Implementing a Systems Approach. Edited by Franz W. Gatzweiler - Yong-Guan Zhu - Anna V. Diez Roux - Anthony Capo. Singapore: Imprint: Springer, 2017, XVIII, 62. ISBN 9789811033643. URL info
  • SPRATT, Jennifer. Wellbeing, equity and education : a critical analysis of policy discourses of wellbeing in schools. Cham: Springer, 2017, xi, 147. ISBN 9783319500645. info
  • Ageing, physical activity, recreation and wellbeing. Edited by Barbara Humberstone - Maria Konstantaki. Newcastle upon Tyne: Cambridge Scholars Publishing, 2016, 215 stran. ISBN 9781443891042. info
Teaching methods
Various teaching methods are combined in seminars, exercises and workshops, with the main emphasis on the interactive method and wellbeing techniques. The individual activities are carried out individually, in pairs or in groups.
Assessment methods
Regular attendance and activity in seminars. 3 absences per semester are accepted.
Language of instruction
Czech
Further comments (probably available only in Czech)
Study Materials
Information on course enrolment limitations: The course is designed for Ukrainian students at MU.
Teacher's information
Tuesday 14 -15.30, room to be specified.
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