GEOG 2155 - Social Change and Environmental Challenges
North Terrace Campus - Semester 2 - 2014
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code GEOG 2155 Course Social Change and Environmental Challenges Coordinating Unit Geography, Environment and Population Term Semester 2 Level Undergraduate Location/s North Terrace Campus Units 3 Contact Up to 3 hours per week Prerequisites At least 12 units of undergraduate study Assessment 1000 word book review (20%), 2500 word participation and tutorial exercises (40%), 2500 word exam or essay (40%) Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Dr Jennifer Bonham
Consultation Times: Open door - Tuesday 1pm-3pm
All other times by appointment only (make appointments via email)
Contact
Email: jennifer.bonham@adelaide.edu.au
Phone: 8313 4655
Office: Napier G24Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .
Week 1: Lecture and tutorial topics
Introduction: The work of Michel Foucault: context and central problematics
Weeks 2 - 6 Archaeology, Genealogy, Governmentality, Ethics,
Foucault - early applications, scholars and critics
Weeks 7 - 12 Foucault Scholars.
Elaborating Foucault to address contemporary social and environmental issues
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
1. Knowledge and understanding of the work of Michel Foucault and key criticisms of his work.
2. Knowledge and understanding of the applications and implications of Foucault’s work in the socio-spatial and environmental disciplines.
3. Knowledge of how key scholars have elaborated Foucault’s ideas and methods in socio-spatial and environmental disciplines.
4. Ability to apply the concepts and methods developed in Foucauldian scholarship.
5. High level written and verbal communication skills.
6. High level analytical skills.
7. Ability to locate, synthesise and critically engage with social theory literature.
8. Ability to construct and communicate logical and appropriately supported arguments.
9. Skills in reflexivity.
10. Ability to work in a teamUniversity Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Knowledge and understanding of the content and techniques of a chosen discipline at advanced levels that are internationally recognised. 1, 2, 3 The ability to locate, analyse, evaluate and synthesise information from a wide variety of sources in a planned and timely manner. 6, 7 An ability to apply effective, creative and innovative solutions, both independently and cooperatively, to current and future problems. 4 Skills of a high order in interpersonal understanding, teamwork and communication. 5, 8, 9, 10 A commitment to continuous learning and the capacity to maintain intellectual curiosity throughout life. 9 A commitment to the highest standards of professional endeavour and the ability to take a leadership role in the community. 9, 10 An awareness of ethical, social and cultural issues within a global context and their importance in the exercise of professional skills and responsibilities. 4, 5, 6, 9, 10 -
Learning Resources
Required Resources
All required reading will be made available via MyUni.Recommended Resources
Students will be directed to relevant excerpts from the books, articles, and collected works listed below.
Introductions to Foucault's work
Dreyfus H and Rabinow P (1982) Michel Foucault: Beyond Structuralism and Hermeneutics.
Brighton, UK: Harvester Wheatsheaf.
Eribon D (1993) Michel Foucault. London, UK: Faber & Faber.
Gutting G (2005) Foucault: A Very Short Introduction. Oxford, UK: Oxford University Press.
McHoul A and Grace W (1993) Foucault primer: Discourse, power and the subject. Carlton, Australia:
Melbourne University Press.
Smart B (1985) Michel Foucault. London, UK: Routledge.
Taylor D (2011) Michel Foucault: Key Concepts. Durham, UK: Acumen.
Journals
Economy & Society http://www.tandfonline.com.proxy.library.adelaide.edu.au/loi/reso20
Foucault Studies
Key Texts by Foucault
Books
Foucault M (1972) The Archaeology of Knowledge London, UK: Tavistock Publications Ltd: . (OR 2002
Routledge edition).
(1977) Discipline and Punish: The Birth of the Prison : London, UK: Penguin.
(1978) The History of Sexuality Vol. 1 London, UK: Penguin.
Articles, book chapters and collections of writings, interviews and lectures will be used throughout the
course and will be made available to students via MyUni.
Key texts by Foucault Scholars
Articles by scholars such as John Law, Annemarie Mol, Judith Butler, Paul Rabinow, Susan Hekman, Carol Bacchi, Colin Koopman, Cressida Heyes, Peter Miller, Nicholas Rose, Bruno Latour, Mitchell Dean and Barry Hindess will be made available via MyUni in the relevant teaching weeks.Online Learning
See course website: https://myuni.adelaide.edu.au/ for all course material, announcements and additional resources.
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Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
This course is taught mainly in face-to-face mode through interactive-lectures and tutorials but will also include on-line forums and resources.
Workload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
This information is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements. Course activities (lectures, tutorials, reading, assignments and on-line tasks) have been created in line with the 成人大片 policy that students enrolled in 3 Unit courses will spend an average of 12 hours/week or 144 hours per semester engaged in learning related to that course.
Face-to-face contact (lectures and tutorials) - 3 hours per week
Tutorial preparation (reading, reflection) - 3 hours per week
Assignment preparation - average 6 hours per weekLearning Activities Summary
Week 1: Michel Foucault, Context and central problematics.
Weeks 2 - 6: Archaeology, Geneaology, Governmentality, Ethics. Application of Foucault's work in the
Social Sciences.
Weeks 7-12: Elaborating Foucault - new developments and applications.Specific Course Requirements
NilSmall Group Discovery Experience
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Assessment
The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:
- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
- Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
Assignment 2. Will be open to negotiation with students.
Assignment 3. Students can choose whether to do an Essay or Exam
All Due Dates are provisional
Assignment No./Task Word Count/
EquivalentAssessment
TypeLearning
ObjectivesDue Dates Value % Assignment 1. Book Review 1000 Summative 1, 2, 3, 5 22 August 20% Assignment 2. Participation and Tutorial Exercises
i. Tutorial engagement (20%)
ii.Glossary contribution (10%)
iii.Quiz and in-class quiz review (10%)2500 (sum of
components)Summative
i. 1, 2, 3, 4, 9, 10
ii. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
iii. 1, 2, 3, 10
i. Weekly
ii.Student nominated
iii.10 Oct40% Assignment 3. Essay OR Exam 2500 Summative 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 14 Nov 40% Assessment Detail
Assignment 1: Book Review
Students should select, read and write a critical review of one of the books listed in the course guide. Examples of book reviews will be provided to students on MyUni and in class.
Marking Criteria (a comprehensive rubric will be posted on MyUni prior to the start of semester)
1. Concise and accurate summary
2. Identification and well supported discussion of positive and negative aspects of the book
3. Consideration of target audience
4. Structure, style, grammar and presentation
NB. These contributions are to be posted on MyUni so they can be available to all class members.
Assignment 2: Tutorial participation and exercises (Total 40%)
i. Engagement – 20%
Aims: To deepen students knowledge and develop their ability to apply concepts.
To foster student's ability to work in a team.
The task for each tutorial will be to determine the key concepts Foucault has developed and how other researchers have applied these concepts to social and environmental issues. Students will then collaborate to produce a brief overview of how they would apply these concepts to a social or environmental ‘problem’ of their choosing. Overviews will be uploaded to the Tutorial discussion board each week.
Engagement Criteria
· attendance at tutorials
· demonstrated completion of, and engagement with reading
· demonstrated active listening
· relevant contribution to discussion of concepts, formulation of ‘problem’, and development of overview
· upload of overview to Tutorial discussion board
ii. Glossary contribution
Aim:To develop student knowledge and ability to apply concepts.
Each student will nominate a week to make a contribution to the on-line Course Glossary. The Glossary will be developed in the Discussion Board on MyUni. Contributions must be uploaded by 9am Monday of the nominated week. Contributors must explain a concept related to the material to be covered in the lectures/tutorial for that week. Contributors should also include an example of how this concept can be applied to a social or environmental question.
An example will be provided on MyUni prior to the start of the semester.
iii. Quiz – 10%
Aim: Test students’ knowledge of key concepts learned throughout the course.
The on-line quiz will be available between 9am - 11.59pm on Friday 17 October. Answers will be discussed during the Week 11 tutorials.
Assignment 3: Essay or Exam
Students can choose to do either an essay or an exam. For administrative purposes, students must nominate by the end of Week 6 whether they will sit the exam or write an essay. Both the exam and essay will be scheduled for completion on the same day.
Word Length: 2500 words
Essay Questions will be posted on MyUni by Week 6/Semester 2.
Marking Criteria (A comprehensive essay rubric will be posted on MyUni prior to the start of semester)
1. Argument and evidence
2. Literature and critical engagement
3. Structure
4. PresentationSubmission
Submission formats as follows:
Book Review and Essay must be submitted on-line via MyUni. Students must sbumit assignments first to Turnitin and then to the ICC printed assignment.
Quiz - on-line via MyUni
Glossary contribution - on-line MyUni Discussion Board
Tutorial Overview - on-line Tutorial Discussion Board
Extensions
Extensions may be granted on genuine medical or compassionate grounds (supported by appropriate documentation). Students must apply to the course coordinator for an extension in writing (e.g. via email) before the due date. Students will be notified via email as to whether they have been granted an extension.Course Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme) Grade Mark Description FNS Fail No Submission F 1-49 Fail P 50-64 Pass C 65-74 Credit D 75-84 Distinction HD 85-100 High Distinction CN Continuing NFE No Formal Examination RP Result Pending Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
Final results for this course will be made available through .
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Student Feedback
The University places a high priority on approaches to learning and teaching that enhance the student experience. Feedback is sought from students in a variety of ways including on-going engagement with staff, the use of online discussion boards and the use of Student Experience of Learning and Teaching (SELT) surveys as well as GOS surveys and Program reviews.
SELTs are an important source of information to inform individual teaching practice, decisions about teaching duties, and course and program curriculum design. They enable the University to assess how effectively its learning environments and teaching practices facilitate student engagement and learning outcomes. Under the current SELT Policy (http://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies/101/) course SELTs are mandated and must be conducted at the conclusion of each term/semester/trimester for every course offering. Feedback on issues raised through course SELT surveys is made available to enrolled students through various resources (e.g. MyUni). In addition aggregated course SELT data is available.
Content
This course is for students who want to engage with new ways of thinking which lead to new ways of generating positive change. Student feedback has been overwhelmingly positive with comments such:
'I have never learnt so much in one course that actually excited me. It expanded how I think and analyse things.'
'Challenges thinking methods in a positive and constructive way.'
'Content was mind blowing and life chaning. It has engaged me in such a critical way that I can improve applications and performance in other discipines.'
Workload
The workload has remained the same given positive feedback on this aspect of the course.Student comments: 'The workload is really balanced. I liked the tutorials so, so much.'
'Workload was good.'
Changes
Some changes have been made based on student comments.
Discussion board will be available for students who want to engage in course content beyond that requried in assigments
Student comment: I wanted a discussion Board open (other than the glossary) to talk about things in society.
Tutorials
Although students enjoyed tutorials these will be more focused on applying Foucault scholarship to social and environmental issues of current concern to students. In view of the more structured approach in tutorials the weighting for tutorial enagement has been increased from 10% to 20% and the second quiz has been dropped. -
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