Authorised by Academic Registrar, April 1996
Objectives Upon successful completion of this subject, students should have demonstrated skills in critical analysis and, on the basis of these, formulated their own criteria for Asian studies in education; drawn upon and exchanged insights from the disciplines with which each student is most familiar, so that knowledge and understanding of the nature and scope of Asian studies in education is increased; created a curriculum unit based upon an integrated or multidisciplinary approach to Asian studies in education (at primary, high school or adult education level, according to the professional role of each student).
Synopsis This subject focuses upon what is involved in teaching about Asia in Australia. Considered are the nature of the subject, the rationale for Asian studies, how attention to a range of disciplines can enrich and extend current approaches, and what is involved in curriculum development and related creation of curriculum materials for primary and secondary schools as well as for adult education. In seminars, participants are invited to draw upon and exchange insights from the disciplines and contexts with which they are most familiar. The goal is to create effective descriptions and processes that will enhance the teaching of Asian studies in Australia. This subject is part of the MEdSt program in Asian studies.
Assessment Library research: 10% + Seminar presentation: 15% + Paper (2500 words): 15% + Journal record: 20% + Creation of a curriculum unit (3500 words): 40%