EDF3609

Experiencing the Australian landscape

(EDU)

Mr A Cope

6 points + 3 hours per week or equivalent + 8 days fieldwork + First or Second semester + Clayton

Synopsis: This unit has been designed for students who wish to experience and gain an understanding of some of Australia's unique wilderness environments. The educational setting for most of this unit will be on fieldtrips in wilderness locations. Topics will include: Historical perspectives of the relationship between humans and nature; the contributions of education to understanding the natural environment; psycho-evolutionary theory; the nature of wilderness and its influence on human behaviour; aesthetic responses to the natural world. Fieldwork costs to cover transport and accommodation in National Parks will apply.

Assessment: Class paper presentation (equivalent to 1000 words): 10% + Written work (3000 words): 90%