EDF4228

Social education: cultural studies A ( 6 points, SCA Band 0, 0.125 EFTSL)

Leader: Dr J Edwards

Offered:
Not offered in 2006.

Synopsis: In this unit students will study: Cross-cultural knowledge for the development of curricula for multicultural studies in the primary school; how culture is shaped by the physical environment from which it emanated; how physical events have helped shaped culture; and how imported cultures have been changed with transportation to Australia.

Objectives: Upon successful completion of this unit, students should have developed knowledge and understanding about the way in which culture is shaped by the physical environment from which it emanated; ways in which social, political, economic and physical events have helped shape culture; ways in which imported cultures have been changed with transportation to Australia; the complexity and diversity of the various cultural groups represented within the Australian society; contemporary multicultural issues and concerns, with a focus on the initiatives developed by people from different cultural backgrounds and by governments to address them; appropriate teaching strategies and support resources. Students should have developed the capacity to value the cultural heritage of the various ethnic communities and their historic and continuing contribution to Australian society; demonstrate their appreciation of multicultural studies and perspectives; develop, implement and evaluate multicultural programs.

Assessment: Research paper and Seminar presentation (2000 words): 50%; and Assignment (2000 words): 50%

Contact Hours: 2 hours per week