ABORIG 1002 - Indigenous Scholarship & Interplay of Knowledges

North Terrace Campus - Semester 2 - 2015

This course will provide a foundation for students on the history of the affirmation, development and legitimization of Indigenous knowledge, theory and scholarship in Australia and internationally. Contemporary Indigenous knowledges present a counterpoint to colonial and post-colonial knowledge regimes as they are played out through education, politics, law and society among numerous other areas of the modern world. In investigating these knowledge structures students will learn about the diversity of Indigenous cultures in Australia. This will be counterpointed with study of key Indigenous cultures and associated texts in North America, Scandinavia and the Pacific. A focus will be placed on the student?s capacity to apply multi-knowledges and interdisciplinary approaches for both complex understanding and the requirements of working with Indigenous communities. From this base students, will learn about the importance of applying Indigenous cultural protocols in the Australian context and in the presentation of Indigenous perspectives in everyday academic, legal, political and economic work. Students will also learn to re-conceptualise problems and question cultural assumptions by negotiating appropriate methodologies to analyse, evaluate and work independently and cooperatively. A variety of methods will be used to achieve engagement, analysis and synthesis including appropriate use of technologies, film, the analysis of texts and learning from Indigenous Elders and academics.

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Course Details

Course Code	ABORIG 1002
Course	Indigenous Scholarship & Interplay of Knowledges
Coordinating Unit	Wirltu Yarlu Aboriginal Education
Term	Semester 2
Level	Undergraduate
Location/s	North Terrace Campus
Units	3
Contact	3 hours per week
Available for Study Abroad and Exchange	Y
Assessment	500 word presentation (25%), 1000 word journal entry (35%), 2000 word essay (40%)

Course Staff

Course Coordinator: Dr Frances Wyld

Course Timetable

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

Course Learning Outcomes

Understand the diversity of Indigenous peoples and cultures, and the importance of relationships/connectedness within Indigenous knowledges
Explain the importance of language, art, music, text and performance in constructing and maintaining Indigenous knowledges while honouring Indigenous protocols
Collaborate with diverse groups particularly Indigenous peoples in the exploration of ideas
Use various technologies to locate, access, analyse and synthesise information in a planned and timely manner
Investigate Indigenous experiences through a range of media including storytelling, film and performance
Apply creative and innovative solutions to issues explored and analysed
Communicate ideas/solutions using a range of media including written and oral language, visual and aural represenations and performance

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
The ability to locate, analyse, evaluate and synthesise information from a wide variety of sources in a planned and timely manner.	3,5,6
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.	5,6
A proficiency in the appropriate use of contemporary technologies.	7
A commitment to continuous learning and the capacity to maintain intellectual curiosity throughout life.	2,3,4,7
A commitment to the highest standards of professional endeavour and the ability to take a leadership role in the community.	4,5,6
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

Learning Resources

Required Resources

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Online Learning
Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes

Lecture is in Ligterwood, 231 Law Lecture Theatre on Mondays at 1pm
Seminars are Monday and Tuesday in Hartley 122

Workload

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

Lectures are 1 hour per week and seminars are 2 hours per week.

Learning Activities Summary
1. Introduction
2. Turning points within academia
3. Indigenous scholarship
4. Indigenous voice: the personal is the political
5. Australia as a nation: cultural identities and complexities
6. Indigenous nations and Caring for Country
7. Indigenous families and education
8. The Indigenous world, human rights and the law
9. Using protocols to negotiate space within a diverse world
10. Earth democracy and our place in the world
11. Practical applications for Indigenous knowledges
12. Cultural and academic grounding: expression through text

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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

Assessment Task	Task Type	Due	Weighting	Learning Outcome
500 word presentation	Formative and summative	24/8/15	25%	2,3,4
1000 word journal	Summative	12/10/15	35%	3,4,5
2000 word essay	Summative	9/11/15	40%	1,2,3,4,5,6,7

For more information see the course guide

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Submission

Assignments 2 and 3 are submitted via

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

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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.

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