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HGEO808 – Heritage and its Management
2015 – S2 Day
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| Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Unit Convenor
Donna Houston
Contact via donna.houston@mq.edu.au
W3A 418
By appointment
Maartje Roelofsen
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| Credit points |
Credit points
4
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| Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
Admission to MA in Human Geography or PGDipArts in Human Geography or PGCertArts in Human Geography or MEnvPlan or MDevCult or PGDipDevCult or PGCertDevCult or MPP or PGDipPP or MEnv or PGDipEnv or PGCertEnv or PGDipSIA or MSusDev or PGDipSusDev or GradDipEnv or GradDipSIA or GradCertSIA or GradCertSusDev or GradDipSusDev
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| Corequisites |
Corequisites
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| Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
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| Unit description |
Unit description
This unit deals with heritage broadly defined to include both natural and cultural sites. Sections include a discussion of the varied perceptions and definitions of heritage and their basis in broader individual and community values and ideologies. There is an emphasis on the sustainable management of heritage sites in relation to tourism, consumption and climate change.
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Important Academic Dates
Information about important academic dates including deadlines for withdrawing from units are available at https://www.mq.edu.au/study/calendar-of-dates
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
- To develop an understanding of heritage as a social process in contemporary Australian society that operates at various scales
- To understand the importance of heritage to individuals and groups and how heritage values reflect changing cultural ideas
- To demonstrate an understanding of current academic literature relating to heritage
- To demonstrate an understanding of heritage policy and legislation in the Australian context
- To apply, in a limited way, an understanding of the processes associated with the nomination and listing of heritage sites
- To be able to contribute to current heritage policy debates at different scales
- To identify principles of ethical heritage practice in relation to identity, memory, intangible and tangible heritage, climate change and sustainability
General Assessment Information
Unless otherwise indicated, all assignments are due to Turnitin via the HGEO808 iLearn site by 5pm on the due date.
Extensions and late penalties
Extensions will only be granted in exceptional circumstances – such as illness or a family emergency. Such circumstances will need to be documented with written evidence (for example, a doctor’s note). Please be aware that any medical note must be sufficient to cover the period of the extension. Essays submitted after the due date and without an extension will be penalised one mark per day late. Please contact Donna before the due date if you think exceptional circumstances are likely to prevent you from handing in your assignment in on time. Please let Donna know ahead of time if you will not be able to attend a class in the week you are scheduled to lead the student discussion (as a courtesy and because you will need to organise an alternative to complete the assessment
Returning assessment tasks
Assignments that are not marked in class will be returned via the Turnitin link on iLearn.
Assessment Tasks
| Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due |
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| 1. Critical review | 25% | No | August 28 (Week 5) |
| 2. Heritage field project | 35% | No | October 16 (Week 10) |
| 3. Heritage hot topic | 25% | No | October 29 (Week 12) |
| 4.Weekly Discussion | 15% | No | Weeks 3-10 |
1. Critical review
Due: August 28 (Week 5)
Weighting: 25%
Students will write a critical review of academic literature exploring the theme of 'heritage in the 21st century'. The aim of the critical review essay is to develop a working understanding of heritage and its meanings and to identify some of the key challenges facing the field in the 21st century. Marking criteria will be handed out with this assignment.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- To develop an understanding of heritage as a social process in contemporary Australian society that operates at various scales
- To understand the importance of heritage to individuals and groups and how heritage values reflect changing cultural ideas
- To demonstrate an understanding of current academic literature relating to heritage
- To demonstrate an understanding of heritage policy and legislation in the Australian context
- To be able to contribute to current heritage policy debates at different scales
- To identify principles of ethical heritage practice in relation to identity, memory, intangible and tangible heritage, climate change and sustainability
2. Heritage field project
Due: October 16 (Week 10)
Weighting: 35%
Students will conduct a site analysis of a heritage place in metropolitan Sydney. The assignment has two parts. Part one will comprise of a field visit to the site. Students will conduct an analysis of the site by documenting the history, landscape, heritage items and interpretation of the heritage place. Part two of the report will comprise of a 2000 word essay to accompany the field work which will critically apply heritage theories and concepts to selected site.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- To develop an understanding of heritage as a social process in contemporary Australian society that operates at various scales
- To understand the importance of heritage to individuals and groups and how heritage values reflect changing cultural ideas
- To demonstrate an understanding of current academic literature relating to heritage
- To demonstrate an understanding of heritage policy and legislation in the Australian context
- To apply, in a limited way, an understanding of the processes associated with the nomination and listing of heritage sites
- To be able to contribute to current heritage policy debates at different scales
- To identify principles of ethical heritage practice in relation to identity, memory, intangible and tangible heritage, climate change and sustainability
3. Heritage hot topic
Due: October 29 (Week 12)
Weighting: 25%
In week 12, students will prepare a response on a current hot topic facing cultural heritage scholars and practitioners. The topic of the debate will be selected early in the semester to give students plenty of time to prepare their responses. The focus of the assignment is on the verbal delivery of a prepared response and active participation in asking and responding to questions. Student will also submit a written version of their oral presentation (no longer than 1000 words) in class.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- To develop an understanding of heritage as a social process in contemporary Australian society that operates at various scales
- To understand the importance of heritage to individuals and groups and how heritage values reflect changing cultural ideas
- To demonstrate an understanding of current academic literature relating to heritage
- To apply, in a limited way, an understanding of the processes associated with the nomination and listing of heritage sites
- To be able to contribute to current heritage policy debates at different scales
- To identify principles of ethical heritage practice in relation to identity, memory, intangible and tangible heritage, climate change and sustainability
4.Weekly Discussion
Due: Weeks 3-10
Weighting: 15%
Students will be responsible for leading one class discussion topic in weeks 3-10. To help guide class discussions, students will discuss key ideas introduced in the readings, pose questions to the class, and where appropriate discuss examples of heritage to help stimulate the discussion. In most weeks, there will likely be at least 2 students presenting. While this task is not assessed a group activity, it will be necessary to speak with other students presenting in same week so you can coordinate efforts and divide tasks to avoid repetition. There are quite a few international students in this class and the weekly discussions are an excellent place to discuss heritage issues in Australian and international contexts. A mark of 15% is assigned to the leadership of one weekly discussion topic and active participation in class when other people are leading the discussion topic.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- To develop an understanding of heritage as a social process in contemporary Australian society that operates at various scales
- To understand the importance of heritage to individuals and groups and how heritage values reflect changing cultural ideas
- To demonstrate an understanding of current academic literature relating to heritage
- To demonstrate an understanding of heritage policy and legislation in the Australian context
- To be able to contribute to current heritage policy debates at different scales
- To identify principles of ethical heritage practice in relation to identity, memory, intangible and tangible heritage, climate change and sustainability
Delivery and Resources
HGEO808 is taught on Thursdays from 12:00pm-3:00pm in EMC-G240 (Faculty Tute Room). This unit is taught in a weekly 3-hour seminar over 13 weeks. There will be a mix of lectures, student presentations, discussion of the readings, guest speakers and if the schedule permits, a field trip during class time. There is no set text for the unit. Readings can be accessed through the library e-reserve. The iLearn site for HGEO808 provides a weekly schedule of the topics, readings and questions. The iLearn site will also be the place where Donna will post additional information about the field trip and assignment resources - so please check it regularly. While it is not a requirement for HGEO808, students can use the dialogue function in iLearn to communicate with each other.
All students are expected to read in advance of class and come prepared to present ideas and participate in the discussion. Where possible, lectures will be recorded and linked to the iLearn website. The discussions and student presentations, which form a critical aspect of the seminar, will not be recorded.
HGEO808 is not offered externally and attendance is compulsory and there is a mark attached for active participation. Please let Donna know if you are unable to attend class. If you are unable to present in your scheduled week due to illness, this will need to be covered by medical note.
Technologies used and required
Students in HGEO808 will require access to a computer to login into iLearn and the library e-reserve. The iLearn website for HGEO808 is an important source of information and resources - it is here that updates about assignments, fieldtrips and other relevant information will be posted. Please check iLearn regularly. Students can also use the blogs in iLearn to communicate with each other about group projects. Please let Donna know as soon as possible if you experience any difficulties accessing unit materials.
Unit Schedule
Please log into iLearn to access the list of weekly readings, virtual tours and government websites for each week. Please note that this schedule may be subject to some minor changes.
Week 1: Heritage in the 21st Century
- What is heritage and whose heritage is it?
- What is your personal heritage?
Week 2: Governing heritage
- Heritage in international, state and local contexts
Week 3: Aboriginal Heritage
- Ancient and modern Australia
- Aboriginal heritage and NSW Aboriginal heritage legislation
Week 4: Nature and Culture
- The separation of nature and culture in heritage policy
Week 5: Word Heritage and Significance
- Themes: What is the meaning of significance, how do we assess it?
Week 6: Interpreting Heritage Places
- Themes: Interpretation, tourism, consumption
Week 7: Site visit: the Rocks and Circular Quay
- Themes: Consuming the past, tourism and heritage
- Meet outside Museum of Modern Art at 12:30pm
Week 8: Heritage and Public Memory
- Themes: dissonant heritage, community heritage, difficult pasts
Week 9: Heritage and Adaptive Reuse
- Themes: sustainability, emergent heritage, adaptive re-use of industrial sites
Week 10: Site visit: Ballast Point Park
- Themes: interpreting industrial heritage
- Meet at Balmain/Birchgrove ferry wharf at 12:30pm
Week 11: What is the future of the past?
- Themes: Heritage in a climate of change
Week 12: Hot issues in heritage debate
Week 13: Unit wrap up, feedback on assessment
Policies and Procedures
Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central. Students should be aware of the following policies in particular with regard to Learning and Teaching:
Academic Honesty Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/academic_honesty/policy.html
Assessment Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/assessment/policy.html
Grading Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/grading/policy.html
Grade Appeal Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/gradeappeal/policy.html
Grievance Management Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/grievance_management/policy.html
Disruption to Studies Policy http://www.mq.edu.au/policy/docs/disruption_studies/policy.html The Disruption to Studies Policy is effective from March 3 2014 and replaces the Special Consideration Policy.
In addition, a number of other policies can be found in the Learning and Teaching Category of Policy Central.
Student Code of Conduct
Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/support/student_conduct/
Results
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Graduate Capabilities
PG - Capable of Professional and Personal Judgment and Initiative
Our postgraduates will demonstrate a high standard of discernment and common sense in their professional and personal judgment. They will have the ability to make informed choices and decisions that reflect both the nature of their professional work and their personal perspectives.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- To understand the importance of heritage to individuals and groups and how heritage values reflect changing cultural ideas
- To apply, in a limited way, an understanding of the processes associated with the nomination and listing of heritage sites
- To be able to contribute to current heritage policy debates at different scales
Assessment tasks
- 1. Critical review
- 2. Heritage field project
- 3. Heritage hot topic
PG - Discipline Knowledge and Skills
Our postgraduates will be able to demonstrate a significantly enhanced depth and breadth of knowledge, scholarly understanding, and specific subject content knowledge in their chosen fields.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- To develop an understanding of heritage as a social process in contemporary Australian society that operates at various scales
- To understand the importance of heritage to individuals and groups and how heritage values reflect changing cultural ideas
- To demonstrate an understanding of current academic literature relating to heritage
- To demonstrate an understanding of heritage policy and legislation in the Australian context
- To apply, in a limited way, an understanding of the processes associated with the nomination and listing of heritage sites
- To be able to contribute to current heritage policy debates at different scales
- To identify principles of ethical heritage practice in relation to identity, memory, intangible and tangible heritage, climate change and sustainability
Assessment tasks
- 1. Critical review
- 2. Heritage field project
- 3. Heritage hot topic
- 4.Weekly Discussion
PG - Critical, Analytical and Integrative Thinking
Our postgraduates will be capable of utilising and reflecting on prior knowledge and experience, of applying higher level critical thinking skills, and of integrating and synthesising learning and knowledge from a range of sources and environments. A characteristic of this form of thinking is the generation of new, professionally oriented knowledge through personal or group-based critique of practice and theory.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- To develop an understanding of heritage as a social process in contemporary Australian society that operates at various scales
- To demonstrate an understanding of current academic literature relating to heritage
- To demonstrate an understanding of heritage policy and legislation in the Australian context
- To apply, in a limited way, an understanding of the processes associated with the nomination and listing of heritage sites
- To identify principles of ethical heritage practice in relation to identity, memory, intangible and tangible heritage, climate change and sustainability
Assessment tasks
- 1. Critical review
- 2. Heritage field project
- 3. Heritage hot topic
- 4.Weekly Discussion
PG - Research and Problem Solving Capability
Our postgraduates will be capable of systematic enquiry; able to use research skills to create new knowledge that can be applied to real world issues, or contribute to a field of study or practice to enhance society. They will be capable of creative questioning, problem finding and problem solving.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- To apply, in a limited way, an understanding of the processes associated with the nomination and listing of heritage sites
- To identify principles of ethical heritage practice in relation to identity, memory, intangible and tangible heritage, climate change and sustainability
Assessment tasks
- 2. Heritage field project
- 3. Heritage hot topic
PG - Effective Communication
Our postgraduates will be able to communicate effectively and convey their views to different social, cultural, and professional audiences. They will be able to use a variety of technologically supported media to communicate with empathy using a range of written, spoken or visual formats.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- To understand the importance of heritage to individuals and groups and how heritage values reflect changing cultural ideas
- To be able to contribute to current heritage policy debates at different scales
Assessment tasks
- 1. Critical review
- 2. Heritage field project
- 3. Heritage hot topic
- 4.Weekly Discussion
PG - Engaged and Responsible, Active and Ethical Citizens
Our postgraduates will be ethically aware and capable of confident transformative action in relation to their professional responsibilities and the wider community. They will have a sense of connectedness with others and country and have a sense of mutual obligation. They will be able to appreciate the impact of their professional roles for social justice and inclusion related to national and global issues
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- To understand the importance of heritage to individuals and groups and how heritage values reflect changing cultural ideas
- To be able to contribute to current heritage policy debates at different scales
- To identify principles of ethical heritage practice in relation to identity, memory, intangible and tangible heritage, climate change and sustainability
Assessment task
- 3. Heritage hot topic