Postgraduate - UnitAPG4800 - Publishing history, culture and commerce

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12 points, SCA Band 1, 0.250 EFTSL

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Level	Postgraduate
Faculty	Faculty of Arts
Offered	Caulfield First semester 2012 (Evening)
Coordinator(s)	Dr David Dunstan

Notes

Previously coded PUB4001

Synopsis

Historical perspectives on the book and publishing as agents of change. A critical introduction to the history of publishing and approaches to the study of publishing today in Australian and international contexts. The study of the various cycles in the history of the book analysed and assessed. Value addition in publishing, print and electronic delivery, women in publishing, the publishing firm and social contribution of the book. Different approaches to the study of publishing and history of the book.

Outcomes

On completion of this unit the student should have acquired: 1) an understanding the importance of the book in cultural development;2) a critical awareness of the forms of publishing and the culture of the book;3) an understanding of the publishing industry in Australia both past and present;4) an appreciation of the study of the history of the book; 5) advanced research and presentation skills, both written and oral.