EDF4223

Social education: cultural studies B

(EDU)

Not offered in 2002

Dr J Edwards

6 points + 2 hours per week + Second semester + Peninsula

Synopsis: Cross-cultural knowledge for the development of curricula for Aboriginal studies and Torres Strait Islander studies in primary social education. How culture is shaped by the physical environment from which it emanated; how historical events have helped shape culture; how Aboriginal culture and Torres Strait Islander culture have changed in response to the arrival of foreign cultures and people. Valuing the heritage of indigenous people and their historic and continuing contributions to Australian society.

Assessment: Seminar paper (2000 words equivalent) and tutorial presentation: 30% + Research assignment (4000 words): 70%