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APPL941 – Literacies
2019 – S2 Day
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| Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Ingrid Piller
Hanna Torsh
Margaret Wood
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| Credit points |
Credit points
4
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| Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
Admission to MAppLing or MAppLingTESOL or MTransInterMAppLingTESOL or MAccComm
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| Corequisites |
Corequisites
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| Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
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| Unit description |
Unit description
In this unit you will be introduced to the theory and practice of literacy studies from a social perspective. The subject draws on social theories and research in literacy and linguistics, with a particular focus on the sociolinguistics of language learning and multilingualism. The unit explores the nature of literacies, schooled and grassroots literacies, and literacies in their social, global, historical and technological contexts. Throughout the unit, participants are encouraged to reflect on literacies in their own fields of experience and how these relate to fair and equitable access to social goods such as education, employment, welfare or community participation.
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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:
- Demonstrate an understanding of theoretical principles and recent developments in literacy research in a variety of social, global, historical and technological contexts.
- Critically evaluate relevant theoretical and empirical literature in literacy research and discuss a range of approaches to literacy.
- Identify and analyze the function of literacy in different communities and explore how diverse literacies relate to fair and equitable access to social goods such as education, employment, welfare or community participation.
- Analyze and report on data relevant to the intersection between literacies and educational achievement.
- Communicate to a professional audience advanced knowledge and understanding of socially relevant issues related to literacies.
General Assessment Information
Submission dates are non-negotiable. Late submissions will not be accepted and will attract a mark of 0 on the assessment task unless you have received special consideration.
How to apply for special consideration for a late submission of an assignment
All requests for special consideration, including extensions, must be submitted via ASK@mq.edu.au and provide suitable supporting documentation.
For more information on Special Consideration, see the university website: https://students.mq.edu.au/study/my-study-program/special-consideration
Assessment Tasks
| Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due |
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| Participation | 15% | No | 04/11/2019 |
| Quiz 1 | 10% | No | 25/08/2019 |
| Quiz 2 | 10% | No | 06/10/2019 |
| Quiz 3 | 10% | No | 03/11/2019 |
| Presentation | 20% | No | 04/11/2019 |
| Research blog post | 35% | No | 15/11/2019 |
Participation
Due: 04/11/2019
Weighting: 15%
Participation will be measured by 15 small homework tasks to be undertaken throughout the term. Each task will consist of a comment of 70-100 words in response to research blog posts on Language on the Move. One or two tasks will be released each week and each task will be valued 1%.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Demonstrate an understanding of theoretical principles and recent developments in literacy research in a variety of social, global, historical and technological contexts.
- Critically evaluate relevant theoretical and empirical literature in literacy research and discuss a range of approaches to literacy.
- Identify and analyze the function of literacy in different communities and explore how diverse literacies relate to fair and equitable access to social goods such as education, employment, welfare or community participation.
- Analyze and report on data relevant to the intersection between literacies and educational achievement.
- Communicate to a professional audience advanced knowledge and understanding of socially relevant issues related to literacies.
Quiz 1
Due: 25/08/2019
Weighting: 10%
This is an online quiz consisting of multiple-choice and closed questions based on the content covered in Weeks 1-4.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Demonstrate an understanding of theoretical principles and recent developments in literacy research in a variety of social, global, historical and technological contexts.
- Critically evaluate relevant theoretical and empirical literature in literacy research and discuss a range of approaches to literacy.
- Identify and analyze the function of literacy in different communities and explore how diverse literacies relate to fair and equitable access to social goods such as education, employment, welfare or community participation.
- Analyze and report on data relevant to the intersection between literacies and educational achievement.
Quiz 2
Due: 06/10/2019
Weighting: 10%
This is an online quiz consisting of multiple-choice and closed questions based on the content covered in Weeks 1-8.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Demonstrate an understanding of theoretical principles and recent developments in literacy research in a variety of social, global, historical and technological contexts.
- Critically evaluate relevant theoretical and empirical literature in literacy research and discuss a range of approaches to literacy.
- Identify and analyze the function of literacy in different communities and explore how diverse literacies relate to fair and equitable access to social goods such as education, employment, welfare or community participation.
- Analyze and report on data relevant to the intersection between literacies and educational achievement.
Quiz 3
Due: 03/11/2019
Weighting: 10%
This is an online quiz consisting of multiple-choice and closed questions based on the content covered in Weeks 1-11.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Demonstrate an understanding of theoretical principles and recent developments in literacy research in a variety of social, global, historical and technological contexts.
- Critically evaluate relevant theoretical and empirical literature in literacy research and discuss a range of approaches to literacy.
- Identify and analyze the function of literacy in different communities and explore how diverse literacies relate to fair and equitable access to social goods such as education, employment, welfare or community participation.
- Analyze and report on data relevant to the intersection between literacies and educational achievement.
Presentation
Due: 04/11/2019
Weighting: 20%
You will be required to make a 10-minute individual oral presentation in class or on video. Presentations will be scheduled throughout the term and will be on assigned topics and dates.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Demonstrate an understanding of theoretical principles and recent developments in literacy research in a variety of social, global, historical and technological contexts.
- Critically evaluate relevant theoretical and empirical literature in literacy research and discuss a range of approaches to literacy.
- Identify and analyze the function of literacy in different communities and explore how diverse literacies relate to fair and equitable access to social goods such as education, employment, welfare or community participation.
- Analyze and report on data relevant to the intersection between literacies and educational achievement.
- Communicate to a professional audience advanced knowledge and understanding of socially relevant issues related to literacies.
Research blog post
Due: 15/11/2019
Weighting: 35%
For your research blog post you will write about the same topic you covered in your oral presentation. This time, you will be required to communicate the topic in writing to a broad professional audience.
The task consists of two parts: an actual blog post (1,200 words) and a reflection (600 words). Detailed guidelines and a marking rubric will be made available on ilearn.
Research blog posts of particularly high quality will be considered for publication on Language on the Move.
In order to make optimal use of feedback received on the presentation, your research blog post will be due within 10 days of your oral presentation date. The last possible submission date is November 15. There will be no extensions.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Demonstrate an understanding of theoretical principles and recent developments in literacy research in a variety of social, global, historical and technological contexts.
- Critically evaluate relevant theoretical and empirical literature in literacy research and discuss a range of approaches to literacy.
- Identify and analyze the function of literacy in different communities and explore how diverse literacies relate to fair and equitable access to social goods such as education, employment, welfare or community participation.
- Analyze and report on data relevant to the intersection between literacies and educational achievement.
- Communicate to a professional audience advanced knowledge and understanding of socially relevant issues related to literacies.
Delivery and Resources
There is a set reading for each session. It is your responsibility to read the set reading PRIOR to attending class and to come to class prepared. The list of set readings can be found on MQ Library's virtual unit shelf (Leganto ) via ilearn.
Policies and Procedures
Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central (https://staff.mq.edu.au/work/strategy-planning-and-governance/university-policies-and-procedures/policy-central). Students should be aware of the following policies in particular with regard to Learning and Teaching:
- Academic Appeals Policy
- Academic Integrity Policy
- Academic Progression Policy
- Assessment Policy
- Fitness to Practice Procedure
- Grade Appeal Policy
- Complaint Management Procedure for Students and Members of the Public
- Special Consideration Policy (Note: The Special Consideration Policy is effective from 4 December 2017 and replaces the Disruption to Studies Policy.)
Undergraduate students seeking more policy resources can visit the Student Policy Gateway (https://students.mq.edu.au/support/study/student-policy-gateway). It is your one-stop-shop for the key policies you need to know about throughout your undergraduate student journey.
If you would like to see all the policies relevant to Learning and Teaching visit Policy Central (https://staff.mq.edu.au/work/strategy-planning-and-governance/university-policies-and-procedures/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/study/getting-started/student-conduct
Results
Results published on platform other than eStudent, (eg. iLearn, Coursera etc.) or released directly by your Unit Convenor, are not confirmed as they are subject to final approval by the University. Once approved, final results will be sent to your student email address and will be made available in eStudent. For more information visit ask.mq.edu.au or if you are a Global MBA student contact globalmba.support@mq.edu.au
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Student Services and Support
Students with a disability are encouraged to contact the Disability Service who can provide appropriate help with any issues that arise during their studies.
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IT Help
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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
- Demonstrate an understanding of theoretical principles and recent developments in literacy research in a variety of social, global, historical and technological contexts.
- Critically evaluate relevant theoretical and empirical literature in literacy research and discuss a range of approaches to literacy.
- Identify and analyze the function of literacy in different communities and explore how diverse literacies relate to fair and equitable access to social goods such as education, employment, welfare or community participation.
- Analyze and report on data relevant to the intersection between literacies and educational achievement.
- Communicate to a professional audience advanced knowledge and understanding of socially relevant issues related to literacies.
Assessment tasks
- Participation
- Presentation
- Research blog post
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
- Demonstrate an understanding of theoretical principles and recent developments in literacy research in a variety of social, global, historical and technological contexts.
- Critically evaluate relevant theoretical and empirical literature in literacy research and discuss a range of approaches to literacy.
- Identify and analyze the function of literacy in different communities and explore how diverse literacies relate to fair and equitable access to social goods such as education, employment, welfare or community participation.
- Analyze and report on data relevant to the intersection between literacies and educational achievement.
- Communicate to a professional audience advanced knowledge and understanding of socially relevant issues related to literacies.
Assessment tasks
- Participation
- Quiz 1
- Quiz 2
- Quiz 3
- Presentation
- Research blog post
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
- Demonstrate an understanding of theoretical principles and recent developments in literacy research in a variety of social, global, historical and technological contexts.
- Critically evaluate relevant theoretical and empirical literature in literacy research and discuss a range of approaches to literacy.
- Identify and analyze the function of literacy in different communities and explore how diverse literacies relate to fair and equitable access to social goods such as education, employment, welfare or community participation.
- Analyze and report on data relevant to the intersection between literacies and educational achievement.
- Communicate to a professional audience advanced knowledge and understanding of socially relevant issues related to literacies.
Assessment tasks
- Participation
- Quiz 1
- Quiz 2
- Quiz 3
- Presentation
- Research blog post
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
- Demonstrate an understanding of theoretical principles and recent developments in literacy research in a variety of social, global, historical and technological contexts.
- Critically evaluate relevant theoretical and empirical literature in literacy research and discuss a range of approaches to literacy.
- Identify and analyze the function of literacy in different communities and explore how diverse literacies relate to fair and equitable access to social goods such as education, employment, welfare or community participation.
- Analyze and report on data relevant to the intersection between literacies and educational achievement.
- Communicate to a professional audience advanced knowledge and understanding of socially relevant issues related to literacies.
Assessment tasks
- Participation
- Quiz 1
- Quiz 2
- Quiz 3
- Presentation
- Research blog post
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
- Demonstrate an understanding of theoretical principles and recent developments in literacy research in a variety of social, global, historical and technological contexts.
- Critically evaluate relevant theoretical and empirical literature in literacy research and discuss a range of approaches to literacy.
- Identify and analyze the function of literacy in different communities and explore how diverse literacies relate to fair and equitable access to social goods such as education, employment, welfare or community participation.
- Analyze and report on data relevant to the intersection between literacies and educational achievement.
- Communicate to a professional audience advanced knowledge and understanding of socially relevant issues related to literacies.
Assessment tasks
- Participation
- Presentation
- Research blog post
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
- Demonstrate an understanding of theoretical principles and recent developments in literacy research in a variety of social, global, historical and technological contexts.
- Critically evaluate relevant theoretical and empirical literature in literacy research and discuss a range of approaches to literacy.
- Identify and analyze the function of literacy in different communities and explore how diverse literacies relate to fair and equitable access to social goods such as education, employment, welfare or community participation.
- Analyze and report on data relevant to the intersection between literacies and educational achievement.
- Communicate to a professional audience advanced knowledge and understanding of socially relevant issues related to literacies.
Assessment tasks
- Participation
- Presentation
- Research blog post