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Delsey Tamiano
6 points + 4 hours per week + Second semester + Gippsland + Prerequisite: GSC1803
Synopsis: Customs and beliefs which serve to maintain and enforce the societal links within Koorie society. The importance of kinship links within the family group. The role of religion and spiritual life. Beliefs surrounding intermarriage between certain skin groups and totems. Initiation ceremonies of the young boys and the role of the elders in ensuring the continuance of the tribe0s cultural heritage. Ceremonies and burial rites at death.
Assessment: Essay one (1200 words): 30% + Presentation (800 words): 20% + Worksheets: 10% + Overview essay (2000 words): 40%
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