Notice
As part of Phase 3 of our return to campus plan, most units will now run tutorials, seminars and other small group learning activities on campus for the second half-year, while keeping an online version available for those students unable to return or those who choose to continue their studies online.
To check the availability of face to face activities for your unit, please go to timetable viewer. To check detailed information on unit assessments visit your unit's iLearn space or consult your unit convenor.
Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Tutor
Patricia Courtenay
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Tutor
Ash Johnstone
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Tutor
Zac Roberts
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Bronwyn Carlson
Simon Jovanovic
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Credit points |
Credit points
10
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Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
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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 offers a broad introduction to the histories, politics and cultures of Indigenous peoples in Australia. Students in this unit will study the historical impact of British colonisation on Australia's first peoples and reflect on their own histories, politics and cultures. Students will learn about Indigenous political resistance focused on the protection of land, country, and cultural identities driven by goals of achieving social justice and the recognition of human rights and Indigenous specific rights. Students in this unit will also be introduced to the social, cultural and political outlook of contemporary Indigenous identity and explore the impact and influence of early colonialist race theory on contemporary representations of Indigenous identity. This unit presents as a thought provoking and challenging experience of learning about Australian history and contemporary politics through the lens of an Indigenous worldview. Thus providing a solid theoretical foundation for anyone wishing to pursue further Indigenous studies. |
Information about important academic dates including deadlines for withdrawing from units are available at https://www.mq.edu.au/study/calendar-of-dates
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
Late Submission Penalty
Unless a Special Consideration request has been submitted and approved, (a) a penalty for lateness will apply – two (2) marks out of 100 will be deducted per day for assignments submitted after the due date – and (b) no assignment will be accepted more than seven (7) days (incl. weekends) after the original submission deadline. No late submissions will be accepted for timed assessments – e.g. quizzes, online tests.
Referencing
Referencing is an essential component of academic writing or presentation since it enables the reader to follow up the source of ideas and information presented in your work, and to examine the interpretation you place on the material discovered in your research. Reliable referencing clearly indicates where you have drawn your own conclusions from the evidence presented. Importantly, much of the material you will use is covered by copyright which means that you must acknowledge any source of information, including books, journals, newsprint, images and the internet. It is obligatory for students to reference all sources used in their written work including electronic material. Students should consult the University library website for a detailed explanation and examples of how to reference electronic material correctly Different programs use different referencing styles to reflect the needs of their discipline. It is the student’s responsibility to check which referencing style is used. Indigenous Studies use the Harvard referencing style.
Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due |
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Online Quiz | 30% | No | Week 4 - Wednesday 19 August by 11.59pm (AEST) |
Reflective Essay | 40% | No | Week 9 - Friday 9 October by 11.59pm (AEST) |
Active Participation | 30% | No | Week 13 - Monday 2 November by 11.59pm (AEST) |
Assessment Type 1: Quiz/Test
Indicative Time on Task 2: 20 hours
Due: Week 4 - Wednesday 19 August by 11.59pm (AEST)
Weighting: 30%
Students will need to answer 30 questions and have 1 hour to complete the quiz. Students should complete weekly readings from weeks 1 to 4.
Assessment Type 1: Essay
Indicative Time on Task 2: 40 hours
Due: Week 9 - Friday 9 October by 11.59pm (AEST)
Weighting: 40%
Students will write a 2000 word reflective essay drawing from unit content and independent research. Details will be provided on the iLearn site
Assessment Type 1: Participatory task
Indicative Time on Task 2: 20 hours
Due: Week 13 - Monday 2 November by 11.59pm (AEST)
Weighting: 30%
Active participation is measured by engagement with all activities and weekly 250 word posts on the online forum and engagement with peers. Details will be provided on the iLearn site.
1 If you need help with your assignment, please contact:
2 Indicative time-on-task is an estimate of the time required for completion of the assessment task and is subject to individual variation
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:
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).
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 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
Macquarie University provides a range of support services for students. For details, visit http://students.mq.edu.au/support/
Learning Skills (mq.edu.au/learningskills) provides academic writing resources and study strategies to help you improve your marks and take control of your study.
The Library provides online and face to face support to help you find and use relevant information resources.
For all student enquiries, visit Student Connect at ask.mq.edu.au
If you are a Global MBA student contact globalmba.support@mq.edu.au
Students with a disability are encouraged to contact the Disability Service who can provide appropriate help with any issues that arise during their studies.
For help with University computer systems and technology, visit http://www.mq.edu.au/about_us/offices_and_units/information_technology/help/.
When using the University's IT, you must adhere to the Acceptable Use of IT Resources Policy. The policy applies to all who connect to the MQ network including students.
"Weekday Attendance" students must attend a weekly one hour tutorial via zoom. All lectures and tutorial times will be held on Sydney time.
Please note: Daylight saving will begin at 2am on Sunday 4 October 2020 when clocks go forward one hour in New South Wales.
Week 1 Lecture Monday 27 July 12pm – 2pm |
Welcome to Indigenous Studies
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Week 2 Lecture Monday 3 August 12pm – 2pm
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Colonisation: Historical Timeline of Resistance, Activism & Agency |
Week 3 Lecture Monday 10 August 12pm – 2pm
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Concepts of Race & Acts of Racism |
Week 4 Lecture Monday 17 August 12pm – 2pm |
Indigenous People and the Media: Representations & Narratives
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Assessment One – Online Quiz – 30% Due Week 4 - Wednesday 19 August
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Week 5 Lecture Monday 24 August 12pm – 2pm
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The Politics of Indigenous Identities: Social, Cultural & Political Constructs |
Week 6 Lecture Monday 31 August 12pm – 2pm
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Indigenous Land and Country: Social, Cultural and Legal Meanings |
Week 7 Lecture Monday 7 September 12pm – 2pm |
Researching & Writing in Indigenous Studies
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Recess – Week 1 |
14-18 September
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Recess – Week 2 |
21-25 September
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Week 8 Lecture Monday 28 September 12pm – 2pm
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Indigenous People and the Law |
Week 9 Lecture Monday 5 October 12pm – 2pm |
Indigenous Education: An Analysis of Indigenous Education Policy in Australia |
Assessment Two – Reflective Essay – 40% Due Week 9 - Friday 9 October
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Week 10 Lecture Monday 12 October 12pm – 2pm
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Indigenous Peoples - Health & Well-Being
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Week 11 Lecture Monday 19 October 12pm – 2pm
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Indigenous Peoples – Economic Issues |
Week 12 Lecture Monday 26 October 12pm – 2pm
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Decolonisation and Truth-Telling |
Assessment Three – Blogs – 30% Due Week 13 – Monday 2 November
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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:
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).
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 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
Macquarie University provides a range of support services for students. For details, visit http://students.mq.edu.au/support/
Learning Skills (mq.edu.au/learningskills) provides academic writing resources and study strategies to help you improve your marks and take control of your study.
The Library provides online and face to face support to help you find and use relevant information resources.
Students with a disability are encouraged to contact the Disability Service who can provide appropriate help with any issues that arise during their studies.
For all student enquiries, visit Student Connect at ask.mq.edu.au
If you are a Global MBA student contact globalmba.support@mq.edu.au
For help with University computer systems and technology, visit http://www.mq.edu.au/about_us/offices_and_units/information_technology/help/.
When using the University's IT, you must adhere to the Acceptable Use of IT Resources Policy. The policy applies to all who connect to the MQ network including students.
In Australia there are two distinct Indigenous peoples: Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people.
When writing about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders do not use the acronym ‘ATSI’, write in full. Capital letters should always be used when referring to Aboriginal peoples and or Torres Strait Islander peoples.
While Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander are acceptable terms to use, it should be recognised that these are collective terms and often used improperly to impose a single identity on the many different communities.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people generally prefer to be known by the language/cultural groups or communities, to which they belong, that is, own names rather than terms such 'the Aboriginals' or 'the Islanders'. For example, Aboriginal people in the area surrounding Macquarie University may refer to themselves as Dharug. It is important that you always check the correct name or terms to use for people in the area/region.
The use of incorrect, inappropriate or dated terminology is to be avoided as it can give offence. Many historical terms or those in common usage some years ago are now not acceptable, including terms such as 'aborigine' ‘native’, ‘savage’ and ‘primitive’. Similarly, do not use the terms ‘half-caste’, ‘part-Aborigine/Aboriginal’ or any reference to skin colour or physical features, as they do not signify that a person is Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and may cause offence. When quoting from academic or other sources that uses inappropriate, dated terminology or racists language, use (sic) directly after the inappropriate term or phrase, thus calling attention to the fact that it has been sourced from the original text and that you understand it to be outdated, inappropriate or problematic in the contemporary context.