ENGL 2071 - Anthropocene Arts: Nature-Cultures in Crisis
North Terrace Campus - Semester 1 - 2022
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code ENGL 2071 Course Anthropocene Arts: Nature-Cultures in Crisis Coordinating Unit English, Creative Writing, and Film Term Semester 1 Level Undergraduate Location/s North Terrace Campus Units 3 Contact Up to 3 hours per week Available for Study Abroad and Exchange Y Prerequisites At least 12 units of Level I undergraduate study Assumed Knowledge Familiarity with the reading and analysis of literary texts and/or film Assessment Writing Portfolio 1 (1500 words) 30%, Writing portfolio 2 (1500 words) 30%, Research Essay (2000 words) 40%. Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Associate Professor Meg Samuelson
Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course students will be able to:
1. Demonstrate specialised knowledge of literary and other cultural works that address the conditions of the Anthropocene and be able to evaluate, interpret and respond to them in written and oral formats
2. Demonstrate understanding of some of the major issues and debates in the environmental humanities or in response to the idea of the Anthropocene
3. Approach problems presented by the Anthropocene and in the Arts with creativity and/or critical insight
4. Demonstrate independent research skills, an ability to synthesise information within and across disciplines and the capacity to formulate and articulate considered points of view in writing and oral discussion
5. Collaborate effectively with peers to explore ideas, hone responses to critical problems, and identify and grapple with ‘wicked problems’
6. Reflect on ethical responses to human and nonhuman communities and their environments
7. Use contemporary technologies relevant to participation in the course
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) Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts.
1, 4 Attribute 2: Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges.
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 Attribute 3: Teamwork and communication skills
Graduates convey ideas and information effectively to a range of audiences for a variety of purposes and contribute in a positive and collaborative manner to achieving common goals.
1, 4, 5, 7 Attribute 4: Professionalism and leadership readiness
Graduates engage in professional behaviour and have the potential to be entrepreneurial and take leadership roles in their chosen occupations or careers and communities.
3, 4, 5, 6, 7 Attribute 5: Intercultural and ethical competency
Graduates are responsible and effective global citizens whose personal values and practices are consistent with their roles as responsible members of society.
1, 2, 5, 6 Attribute 8: Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
Graduates are self-aware and reflective; they are flexible and resilient and have the capacity to accept and give constructive feedback; they act with integrity and take responsibility for their actions.
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Learning Resources
Required Resources
Set works:
Wright, Alexis. The Swan Book (2013)
Ghosh, Amitav. Gun Island (2019)
Flanagan, Richard. The Living Sea of Waking Dreams (2020)
And the following films:
Von Trier, Lars. Dir. Melancholia (2011)
Zeitlin, Behn. Dir. Beasts of the Southern Wild (2012)
A range of additional set works are offered in the form of short fiction, poetry (written, spoken word and video), excerpts from a graphic novel, creative nonfiction and documentary film, along with works created across various mediums in the visual arts.
Theoretical readings that engage the Anthropocene from the perspective of the Arts & Humanities will also be provided, along with selected supplementary readings from the Sciences.
Students are expected to source copies of the set novels.
The film Melancholia is available for online viewing through the library; the film Beasts of the Southern Wild is available on DVD for borrowing or viewing in the library and can be rented/purchased online.
All other set works will be made available through MyUni, along with additional readings.
Recommended Resources
Recommended Resources will be made available through MyUni.Online Learning
One hour of online content (including lecture material) will be made available through MyUni each week, along with various additional required and recommended resources. -
Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
1. One hour online learning session per week (including short recorded lectures)
2. Two hour seminar per week (tutor-guided small group discussions, and other study and research/making activities)Workload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
Structured learning:
2 hour seminar per week x 10
1 hour structured online learning (including lecture content) per week x 12
Self-directed learning:
5 hours reading per week
2 hours research per week
3 hours assignment preparation per week
Additional research and assignment preparation towards final essay in week 13Learning Activities Summary
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Assessment
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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
Please see 'About this Course' in the MyUni Course Information Module.Assessment Detail
Please see 'About this Course' in the MyUni Course Information Module, and Assignments in MyUni.Submission
All assignments to be submitted in MyUni.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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