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ARTS3000 – Integrating Knowledges, Embracing Cultures, Transforming Communities
2020 – Session 2, Special circumstance
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.
General Information
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| Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Maria Amigo
Lecturer
Jane Johnson
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| Credit points |
Credit points
10
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| Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
40cp at 2000 level or above and permission by special approval
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| Corequisites |
Corequisites
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| Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
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| Unit description |
Unit description
ARTS3000 is a unit in the Bachelor of Arts PACE option set. In this unit students will have the opportunity to apply their discipline-specific knowledge from anthropology, cultural studies, indigenous studies, gender studies, philosophy and/or sociology to a short real world activity. Activities might include community outreach, advocacy, research or other consultancy work, for a range of university, corporate, government or not-for-profit organisations. Students will bring to the workplace a sensitivity to and appreciation of the complexity of the humanities and social sciences, while making a positive contribution to an organisation and/or community. The placement will be supported by online workshops and self directed online modules and discussion forums. Through these, students will be prompted to connect theory to practice, reflect on skill and knowledge development, road-test possible careers and set goals for the future. |
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:
- ULO1: connect theoretical knowledge acquired in their discipline with the knowledge generated in the specific context of their placement activity.
- ULO2: consider how discipline-specific critical frameworks can inform ethical, sustainable and inclusive practices during their placement.
- ULO3: integrate critical thinking and reflective practice into the placement, and develop self-management strategies to address challenges and enhance learning.
- ULO4: develop individual and interpersonal skills that are necessary for navigating the interconnected and fast-paced current global workplace.
General Assessment Information
Students will submit two of their assessment tasks via iLearn tools. Assessments due dates will be clearly specified on the iLearn page. A late submission penalty of 2% per day applies for late submissions. Students requesting an extension will need to do so through ask.mq.edu.au providing relevant evidence.
Assessment Tasks
| Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due |
|---|---|---|---|
| Discussion forums and reflective blog | 35% | No | 11/09/2020 |
| Activity supervisor's assessment | 30% | No | 30/11/2020 |
| Online Presentation | 35% | No | 06/11/2020 |
Discussion forums and reflective blog
Assessment Type 1: Participatory task
Indicative Time on Task 2: 30 hours
Due: 11/09/2020
Weighting: 35%
Students will engage with module readings and seminar content, by participating in online discussion forums and through a reflective blog.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- connect theoretical knowledge acquired in their discipline with the knowledge generated in the specific context of their placement activity.
- consider how discipline-specific critical frameworks can inform ethical, sustainable and inclusive practices during their placement.
- integrate critical thinking and reflective practice into the placement, and develop self-management strategies to address challenges and enhance learning.
- develop individual and interpersonal skills that are necessary for navigating the interconnected and fast-paced current global workplace.
Activity supervisor's assessment
Assessment Type 1: Practice-based task
Indicative Time on Task 2: 0 hours
Due: 30/11/2020
Weighting: 30%
Students will complete a series of tasks assigned by their workplace supervisors. At the end of the session workplace supervisors will assess students' performance.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- connect theoretical knowledge acquired in their discipline with the knowledge generated in the specific context of their placement activity.
- integrate critical thinking and reflective practice into the placement, and develop self-management strategies to address challenges and enhance learning.
- develop individual and interpersonal skills that are necessary for navigating the interconnected and fast-paced current global workplace.
Online Presentation
Assessment Type 1: Presentation
Indicative Time on Task 2: 18 hours
Due: 06/11/2020
Weighting: 35%
This task is designed for students to synthesise their academic and vocational knowledge and present it in the form of an online professional presentation. It should include the following, - An overview of the PACE activity (including the organisation, the student's role, and the community engaged) - Relevant theoretical idea(s) / discipline-specific knowledge, and how this has been applied to the activity- Reflection of personal and professional strengths and weaknesses with a view to ongoing employability.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- connect theoretical knowledge acquired in their discipline with the knowledge generated in the specific context of their placement activity.
- consider how discipline-specific critical frameworks can inform ethical, sustainable and inclusive practices during their placement.
- integrate critical thinking and reflective practice into the placement, and develop self-management strategies to address challenges and enhance learning.
- develop individual and interpersonal skills that are necessary for navigating the interconnected and fast-paced current global workplace.
1 If you need help with your assignment, please contact:
- the academic teaching staff in your unit for guidance in understanding or completing this type of assessment
- the Writing Centre for academic skills support.
2 Indicative time-on-task is an estimate of the time required for completion of the assessment task and is subject to individual variation
Delivery and Resources
The unit is delivered in a blended mode. Students will need to complete both synchronous and asynchronous modules, as well as 80 hours of a practical real-world activity with a partner organisation or office within Macquarie University. All further information related to delivery and resources is available on 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.)
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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