Monash University Education handbook 1995

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EDN5001

Australian family studies

Not offered in 1995

3 hours per week * First semester * Peninsula

This subject will critically analyse the social, political and economic forces which currently impact on families in Australia. Topics will include changes in family composition and roles with particular reference to women and children; recent legislation relating to families including divorce law, adoption, custody/guardianship and equal opportunity; poverty and its implications for families; the state and professionals vis à vis families; family values within a multicultural society - implications for children's services.

Assessment

Written (5000 words): 30% * Examinations: 70%

Recommended texts

Burns A and Goodnow J Children and families in Australia 2nd edn, Allen and Unwin, 1985

Carter J (ed.) Measuring child poverty Social Policy and Research Centre, Brotherhood of St Lawrence, 1991

Chisholm R and Housigo J Australian family law: State legislation Butterworths, 1987



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