41092 - Pedagogy of Communication

Learning outcomes

At the end of the course, the student possesses the knowledge and ability to understand the main theories of learning and communication processes in order to establish with the patient, with his / her close and with other professionals, a conscious relationship inspired by ' the idea of a lifelong education.

Course contents

The course aims to direct students' attention to the complexity of educational and care relationships. In particular, it explores the contribution of pedagogy and educational sciences to the caring professions, as well as interpersonal communication in healthcare settings and within interdisciplinary teams. Furthermore, the course encourages critical reflection on the underlying assumptions, mental models, and implicit representations that shape professional communication and inform the care relationship.

Readings/Bibliography

All teaching materials and further bibliographical references will be available in the online section of the course (Virtual) and will form the basis for exam preparation.

Amongst the various materials that will be communicated in class, some chapters from the following texts will be explored in depth:

Buckman, R., & Kason, Y. (2003), La comunicazione della diagnosi: in caso di malattie gravi, Milano: Raffaello Cortina.

Contini, M. (2011). La comunicazione intersoggettiva fra solitudini e globalizzazione (pp. 1-223). Pisa: ETS.

Rinaldi, C., & Belluzzo, M. (2018). Desessualizzazione drammaturgica. Sociologia della visita ginecologica. INTERACTIO, 3.

Rosenberg, M. B. (2003). Le parole sono finestre (oppure muri). Reggio Emilia: Edizioni Esserci.

Teaching methods

Alternation between theoretical lesson and re-elaboration of acquired knowledge in small groups.

Assessment methods

Written examination.

Teaching tools

Texts, videos, images, slides

Office hours

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