Dominant and minority cultures
AA
Marlene Drysdale
Subject value of 1.0 (6 points) * 3 hours per week * First semester * Gippsland * Prerequisites: passes in 75% of first-year subjects
The subject commences with an examination of the terminology and concepts related to any study of racial relations. This involves discussion of the historical manifestations of racism. The subject then focuses upon various examples of minority cultures in plural societies. In studying minority cultures such as the Kanaks in New Caledonia, Maoris in New Zealand, and South Africa's apartheid and race relations, emphasis is placed upon the attempts made to negotiate treaties or agreement between the dominant and minority cultures.
Assessment
Essay one (1500 words): 30% * Essay two (1500 words): 30% * Overview essay (2000 words): 40%
Prescribed texts
Chambers B and Pettman J Anti-racism: A handbook for adult education 1987
Miller J Koorie: A will to win Angus and Robertson, 1985