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GSSA 2019EX - Encountering Human Rights: Global Citizenship

External - Semester 1 - 2014

Since the ratification of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights in 1948, a global human rights industry has emerged, making human rights abuses ever more visible, yet global injustices and abuses are arguably as common and entrenched as ever. This course will take a critical approach both to human rights violations, and to the human rights discourses and campaigns that seek to remedy them. We will look at case studies involving rights issues in globalised contexts, for instance refugees, human trafficking, international women's rights campaigns and global Indigenous movements. We will explore the ways in which universal rights have been embraced, problematised and reconfigured as they travel the globe. We will also look at different ways of presenting rights issues - through reports, campaigns, and visual documentary - seeking the most effective ways of presenting rights issues to global publics. Considering these questions we will explore our own reactions to human rights imagery and victims' testimonies, and discuss the most productive ways to respond to the ways in which we are positioned as global citizens with a responsibility for responding to rights issues. The course will offer the opportunity to pursue individual interest in a particular rights issue, and is suitable for those who want to take their interest in social justice into advocacy, campaign or development work, for those who want to cover human rights issues in creative or media work, and for those who simply want to think about how to be ethical and engaged global citizens.

  • General Course Information
    Course Details
    Course Code GSSA 2019EX
    Course Encountering Human Rights: Global Citizenship
    Coordinating Unit Sociology, Criminology and Gender Studies
    Term Semester 1
    Level Undergraduate
    Location/s External
    Units 3
    Prerequisites 12 units of level 1 study
    Assessment short critical paper 1000 words (20%), online exercise (20%) research report 2500 words (50%), participation (10%)
    Course Staff

    Course Coordinator: Dr Anna Szorenyi

    Course Timetable

    The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .

  • Learning Outcomes
    Course Learning Outcomes
    1 Participate in informed discussions on human rights issues in a variety of local and global contexts
    2 Show leadership in arguing for the importance of protecting human rights in their various dimensions
    3 Articulate both benefits and limitations of conceiving of social justice issues in terms of human rights
    4 Identify and discuss the major rights issues currently evolving under 21st Century globalisation
    5 Conduct informed, independent research on particular human rights issues, paying attention to local context, and report findings to a professional standard
    6 Evaluate specific human rights campaigns in terms of social justice, ethics, and empowerment
    7 Identify and/or develop innovative and effective ways of presenting rights issues to various publics and stakeholders
    8 Engage respectfully and enthusiastically in cross-cultural contexts and debates
    9 Construct a clear, coherent and independent argument which responds to a particular question and is supported by appropriate scholarly evidence, within identified timeframes.
    10 Demonstrate interpersonal, leadership and teamwork skills in group activities

    Identify and discuss the major rights issues currently evolving under 21st Century globalisation

    University 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, 4, 6
    The ability to locate, analyse, evaluate and synthesise information from a wide variety of sources in a planned and timely manner. 5, 6, 7, 9
    An ability to apply effective, creative and innovative solutions, both independently and cooperatively, to current and future problems. 2, 7, 8, 10
    Skills of a high order in interpersonal understanding, teamwork and communication. 2, 7, 8, 9, 10
    A commitment to continuous learning and the capacity to maintain intellectual curiosity throughout life. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8
    A commitment to the highest standards of professional endeavour and the ability to take a leadership role in the community. 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 10
    An awareness of ethical, social and cultural issues within a global context and their importance in the exercise of professional skills and responsibilities. 1, 2, 4, 6, 8
  • Learning Resources
    Recommended Resources
    An extensive list of further resources will be provided during semester. These include:

    A list of further readings on each topic

    Resource guides on Harvard referencing and essay writing

    Assistance with finding library research materials
    Online Learning
    This is the external version of the course:  the entire course takes place online via the course MyUni page found at

    This site includes announcements, readings, discussion boards, recorded lectures, assignment submission and further resources.

    Students wishing to study the course on campus and attend lectures and workshops in person should enrol in the internal course GSSA 2019 rather than 2019EX.


  • Learning & Teaching Activities
    Learning & Teaching Modes
    Online learning:

    Recorded Lectures (audio and slides) - Critical overview of course material and introduction to key concepts.

    Online Workshops - extended group and self-guided learning, via online discussion board.  You will discuss readings, debate issues, pursue case studies and share resources. 

    Group activities - you will form a small group to work on group projects and engage in peer research.  Several methods will be provided for interaction including discussion boards, email and file sharing.  Other methods may be offered during semester. 

    Independent study:
    Reading of scholarly texts and research reports

    Independent library and internet research on a chosen topic

    Designing and writing an independent research project.
    Workload

    The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.

    You are expected to spend 12 hours per week on this course during each week of semester.

    1 hour listening to recorded lecture

    2 hours online discussion and exercises

    9 hours independents study, including:
    2-4 hours on weekly set readings
    5-7 hours on further research, reading and assignment preparation
    Learning Activities Summary
    Schedule
    Part 1: Concepts and critiques
    Week 1 Introduction and history of the concept of human rights
    Week 2 What's wrong with rights? Critiques of human rights
    Week 3 Alternatives and possibilities: What could rights become?
    Part 2: Global Human Rights issues
    Week 4 Gender and human rights
    Week 5 Library research skills
    Week 6 Moving rights: forced migration, migrant labour and trafficking
    Week 7 Human rights and Indigenous sovereignties
    Week 8 New rights issues: Environment and genetics
    Part 3: Rights and representation
    Week 9 Who speaks for whom? Human rights testimonies
    Week 10 Visualising wrongs: Photography and video
    Week 11 Conclusion: Human rights and global citizenship
    Week 12 Assignment consultations
  • Assessment

    The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:

    1. Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
    2. Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
    3. Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
    4. Assessment must maintain academic standards.

    Assessment Summary
    Assignment Type Due Weight Learning outcomes
    Short critical paper Formative & summative Week 5 20%. 1000 words 1, 2, 3
    Group presentation/wiki Formative & summative According to schedule negotiated during semester 20% 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
    Research report Summative Week 13 50%, 2500 words 1-10, especially 5, 9
    Online participation Formative & summative Weekly 10% 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 10
    Assessment Related Requirements
    Regular online participation is compulsory. 

    For their participation grade students are required to contribute to at least 7 separate weekly discussion topics for the semester.  Each topic closes when the new one opens, so you must participate regularly throughout semester; you cannot leave it until the last minute.  Students who do not meet this requirement will be asked for extra work (and should also expect to receive lower grades for assignments as they will have missed course material and communication skills development).

    For their group project, students must contribute regularly and not let their fellow students down.  Self and peer assessment components will mean that students who do not participate will be marked down.  Students who do not contribute at all will receive zero for the presentation. 

    Assessment Detail
    Short Critical Paper
    You will write an essay outlining your understanding of a key theoretical issue in human rights.  Specific topics will be provided during semester.

    Group presentation/wiki
    You will work with a group to select a human rights issue, research it, discuss and develop the best way to present it, and upload your findings for the rest of the class to view.  (Note this assignment will contain components of peer and self-assessment).

    Research report
    You will apply your learning in the course to developing a critical report on a human rights issue of your choice.  Specific guidance will be provided during semester.  

    Online Participation
    You will be assessed on your contribution to the learning atmosphere of your online workshop discussion board, including evidence of preparation, verbal and non-verbal participation, level of comprehension, engagement in group and class exercises, and respect for and consideration of other students. You must contribute to at least 7 separate weekly topics during semester in order to pass this assessment component. 

    Further details of all assessment including set topics, research requirements and assessment criteria will be provided during semester.
    Submission
    All assignments must be:
    · 1.5 line spaced
    · Referenced in Harvard style

    Assignments will be submitted online via MyUni, and checked for plagiarism using Turnitin.

    Extensions must be sought prior to the due date and documentary evidence will be required. Marks will be deducted from assignments submitted late without an extension.

    Assignments will be marked within 2 weeks where possible, and returned either online or in hard copy via the mail.

    Further details of assignment submission and return processes will be provided during semester.
    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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