APG5862 - Publishing history, culture and commerce - 2017

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.

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. an understanding of government policy and publishing
6. advanced research and presentation skills, both written and oral.

Within semester assessment: 100%

Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 288 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled learning activities and independent study. A unit requires on average three/four hours of scheduled activities per week. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher directed learning, peer directed learning and online engagement.

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Dr Louise Poland

Completion of 48 points

APG4800