Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Lecturer
Gareth Wearne
Contact via email
Y3A284
By appointment
Lecturer
Lydia Gore-Jones
Contact via email
Y3A284
By appointment
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Credit points |
Credit points
3
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Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
12cp
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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 is a study of the traditions and history of the Israelite peoples from the foundation of the nation through the period of the monarchy to the catastrophic events of the early sixth century BCE. The Hebrew Bible and archaeological evidence are used as sources to reconstruct the history of the period, and to understand the theological responses to unfolding events. Critical scholarship is employed to interpret our historical sources.
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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:
1. Tutorial Paper: Topics for discussion and assignment questions are set out under each week on the unit's iLearn site. ONE written assignment (tutorial paper) based on tutorial topics in weeks 2-5 is to be submitted for assessment. It will count for 15% of the final mark. And ONE written assignment (tutorial paper) based on tutorial topics in weeks 6-11 is to be submitted for assessment. It will count for 15% of the final mark. (Preparation for each tutorial, however, is strongly advised, since the material covered in tutorials will be examined) Assignments must be submitted via the communicate privately with teaching staff link on the iLearn site, by 11:59PM on the due date.
The appropriate length of tutorial assignments will vary with topic but should not exceed 800 words. The assignment should be structured as a mini essay. What is required are succinct, sharply-focussed and tightly expressed answers to the particular questions set. The paper must be documented and based on a direct examination of the ancient sources. If modern scholarship is used, a bibliography should be attached (see Essay Presentation Guides on the Ancient History website as <http://www.mq.edu.au/about_us/faculties_and_departments/faculty_of_arts/department_of_ancient_history/current_students/program_information/>. To reiterate and clarify, we will be assessing the degree to which you answer the question/s set (within the word limit), the degree to which you cite the ancient evidence in support of your arguments and the clarity of your presentation and written expression.
2. Essay: One essay, counting for 30% of the final mark, is required. It should not exceed 2000 words. IT IS DUE FRIDAY OCTOBER 9th.
Note you should always keep a copy of completed tasks in case of loss.
3. Examination:
There is a two-hour examination worth 40% of the final assessment. It will include:
* a range of extracts from a selection of primary sources for discussion
* two essay-type questions
Important: The University Examination period in 2nd session 2015 is from 9th November to 27th November.
You are expected to present yourself for examination at the time and place designated in the University Examination Timetable. The timetable will be available in Draft form approximately eight weeks before the commencement of the examinations and in Final form approximately four weeks before the commencement of the examinations at: <htto://students.mq.edu.au/student_admin/timetables>.
The only exception to sitting an examination at the designated time is because of documented illness or unavoidable disruptions. In these circumstances you may wish to consider applying for Special Consideration. To be eligible for Special Consideration, a student must notify the University of a serious and unavoidable disruption within five (5) working days of the commencement of the disruption (Disruption to Studies notification). All Disruption to Studies notifications are to be made online via the University's Ask MQ system (https://ask.mq.edu.au/splash.php). Information about the unavoidable disruption to studies process is available under the 'Policies and Procedures' section of this Unit Guide.
You are advised that it is Macquarie University policy not to set examinations for individuals or groups of students. All students are expected to ensure that they are available until the end of the teaching semester, that is, the final day of the official examination period.
Grading:
The grade a student receives will signify their overall performance in meeting the learning outcomes of the unit. Grades will not be awarded by reference to the achievement of other students nor allocated to fit a predetermined distribution. In determining a grade, due weight will be given to the learning outcomes and level of the unit. Markers in the unit will use the following grades:
HD = High Distinction 85--100
D = Distinction 75--84
Cr = Credit 65--74
P = Pass 50--64
F = Fail 0--49
Assignment Submission
ALL written assignments (tutorial paper, essay) must be submitted online through the AHIS250 iLearn site via the communicate privately with teaching staff link.
Return of marked work:
Staff will endeavour to return tutorial papers by the time of the next tutorial though this may not always be possible.
Staff will also endeavour to return essays by the end of session.
Over the course of AHIS250 your work will be marked by at least two members of staff.
Name | Weighting | Due |
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Tutorial Paper 1 | 15% | 28th August (end week 5) |
Essay | 30% | 9th October (end week 9) |
Tutorial Paper 2 | 15% | 23rd October (end week 11) |
Examination | 40% | Examination period |
Due: 28th August (end week 5)
Weighting: 15%
Tutorial paper 800 words
Students will choose to answer in a short 800-word essay any one question from the tutorials in weeks 2-5.
Due: 9th October (end week 9)
Weighting: 30%
Compulsory essay 2000 words
Students will choose to answer in a 2000-word essay one of the following questions:
1. What can the evidence from Kuntillet 'Ajrud tell us about monotheism in the First Temple Period?
2. Why do the prophets use the metaphor of marriage to describe the relationship between YHWH and Israel/Jerusalem?
3. How are the women in Judges 3-15 portrayed? To what extent might the portrayal reflect social reality?
4. Was Solomon's succession a palace coup? Assess the evidence of 1 Kings 1-2 and 1 Chron 23:1-2 and 28:1-29:30
5. To what extent can the royal Psalms be termed propaganda?
Bibliographies will be placed in iLearn
Due: 23rd October (end week 11)
Weighting: 15%
Tutorial paper 800 words
Students will choose to answer in a short 800-word essay any one question from the tutorials in weeks 6-11.
Due: Examination period
Weighting: 40%
End of semester examination
Two hour examination in two equally weighted parts, the first requiring comment on extracts from a selection of primary sources and the second consisting of two essay-type questions
For lecture times and classrooms please consult the MQ Timetable website: <http://www.timetables.mq.edu.au>. This website will display up-to-date information on your classes and classroom locations.
Lectures: There are two lectures a week for most weeks of the semester. The importance of regular attendance is that in the lectures we signal the topics we deem significant. It is these topics which will be examined.
Tutorials: There is one tutorial a week for most weeks of the semester. Participation in tutorial discussion is considered a vital and rewarding part of the unit but you should attend only if you have completed the reading prescribed for the week. Material from tutorials will be examined.
Student Workload: IN accordance witht eh Senate Guidelines, a student workload of 3 hours per credit point (i.e., 9 hours per week for this 3-credit point unit) for 15 weeks (13 weeks of lectures + 2 weeks of recess) is expected.
Required Reading and Texts:
The set reading texts for the course are:
In addition to the reading of the set texts, articles and book chapters will be placed in e-reserve or i-Learn and should also be read. The compulsory reading for the course will amount to:
Technology Used and Required
The unit has an iLearn page which can be accessed at: <https://ilearn.mq.edu.au/login/MQ/>. PC and internet access are therefore required. Basic computer skills (e.g., internet browsing) and skills in word processing are also a requirement. Please consult teaching staff for any further, more specific requirements.
Satisfactory Completion of Unit
In order to complete the unit satisfactorily students must gain a mark of 50% or more overall.
Week | Week Starts | Topic | Bible |
Chapter (Miller & Hayes) |
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1 | 27/7 | Abraham to Joseph | Genesis 11-50 | 1 | |
2 | 38 | Moses |
Exodus 1-24, 32-4; Numbers 10:11-36:13 |
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3 | 10/8 | Joshua | Joshua 1-24 | 3 | |
4 | 17/8 | Judges | Judges 1-21 | 4 | |
5 | 24/8 | Samuel & Saul (1025-1005BC) | 1 Samuel 1-15 | 5 | |
6 | 31/8 | David (1005-970 BC) | 1 Samuel 16 - 2 Samuel 24 | 6 | |
7 | 7/9 | Solomon (970-931 BC) | 1 Kings 1-11 | 7 | |
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8 | 28/9 | Omride Dynasty (884-842 BC) | 1 Kings 12 - 2 Kings 8:27 | 8 & 9 | |
9 | 5/10 | No lectures this week | 10 | ||
10 | 12/10 | Jehu Dynasty (842-747 BC) | 2 Kings 9:1-15:7 | 11 | |
11 | 19/10 | Assyria and the end of Israel (747-722 BC) | 2 Kings 15:8-17:41 (cf. Isaiah 36); Amos and Hosea | 12 | |
12 | 26/10 | Judah from Ahaz to Amon (743-640 BC) | 2 Kings 16-21; Isaiah 1-35 | 13 | |
13 | 2/11 | Josiah to the Fall of Judah (639-586 BC) | 2 Kings 22-25; Jeremiah | 14 |
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.
Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/support/student_conduct/
Results shown in iLearn, 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.
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 improve your marks and take control of your study.
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
For help with University computer systems and technology, visit http://informatics.mq.edu.au/help/.
When using the University's IT, you must adhere to the Acceptable Use Policy. The policy applies to all who connect to the MQ network including students.
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This graduate capability is supported by:
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Students will no longer be marked on participation, although participation in tutorial discussions is strongly encouraged. Instead, a second short-tutorial paper (800 words) has been added.
ASSIGNMENT SUBMISSIONS
ALL written assignments (tutorial paper, essay) will be submitted online through the AHIS250 iLearn site.
You are required to present yourself for examination at the time and place designated in University Examination Timetable. The only exception to sitting an examination at the designated time is because of documented illness or unavoidable disruption. In these circumstances, please consult University Policy for the available procedure.
EXTENSIONS
Extensions for assignments and waivers for penalties for non-attendance can only be granted for medical reasons or on compassionate grounds.
Without documentation (medical or counselling certificate), a penalty of 2% a day (including weekends) will be applied.
If you need an extension this must be agreed on after discussion with the course convenor, who may ask for documentation. You must apply for an extension before the assignment due date. Extensions asked for after the date will not be granted.
Note: Always retain a copy of completed tasks in case of loss.
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22/07/2015 | Additions to: *General Assessment Information *Delivery and Resources *Assignment Submission, Extensions and Penalties |