HIS 2001 Race Relations in Australian History

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SYNOPSIS:

Racism has been a crucial factor in Australian society since the arrival of the first Europeans. This course will examine the historical development of racial ideas and structures in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. As well as surveying Indigenous European relations, it explores the impact of racism on Chinese, Melanesian, Irish, German, Italian and postwar migrant groups.

OBJECTIVES:

On successfully completing this course, students will demonstrate:

1. The ability to interpret primary sources and to identify racist assumptions and ideologies; (Assessment Items 2 and 4 refer)
2. Competence in constructing written and verbal arguments; (Assessment Items 1, 2 and 4 refer)
3. Ability to work effectively in groups; (Assessment Item 3 refers)
4. An appreciation of the diverse racial heritage of Australia; (Assessment Items 1 and 5 refer)
5. An understanding of the historical conditions under which racism has been either manufactured or discouraged. (Assessment Items 4 and 5 refer)

TOPICS:

TEXT and MATERIALS required to be PURCHASED or accessed:

ALL textbooks and materials are available for purchase from USQ BOOKSHOP (unless otherwise stated). Orders may be placed via secure internet, free fax 1800642453, phone 07 46312742 (within Australia), or mail. Overseas students should fax +61 7 46311743, or phone +61 7 46312742. For costs, further details, and internet ordering, use the 'Textbook Search' facility at http://bookshop.usq.edu.au click 'Semester', then enter your 'Course Code' (no spaces).

REFERENCE MATERIALS:

Reference materials are materials that, if accessed by students, may improve their knowledge and understanding of the material in the course and enrich their learning experience.

STUDENT WORKLOAD REQUIREMENTS:

ASSESSMENT DETAILS:

NOTES:

1.

Tutorial paper is presented in class based on particular topics - date to be advised.

2.

Tutorial participation is graded weekly on evidence of preparation and quality of oral contribution.

3.

Tutorial group work is a team project graded on a team presentation based on a weekly topic - date to be advised.

4.

Students will be advised of the official exam date after the timetable has been finalised.

IMPORTANT ASSESSMENT INFORMATION

1. Attendance requirements:
   It is the student's responsibility to attend and participate appropriately in all activities (such as lectures, tutorials, laboratories and practical work) scheduled for them, and to study all material provided to them or required to be accessed by them to maximise their chance of meeting the objectives of the course and to be informed of course-related activities and administration. For this course, normal class attendance consists of one 2 hour lecture and one 1 hour tutorial per week.
2. Requirements for students to complete each assessment item satisfactorily:
   To complete each of the assessment items satisfactorily, students must obtain at least 50% of the marks available for each assessment item.
3. Penalties for late submission of required work:
   If students submit assignments after the due date without prior approval, then a penalty of 10% of the total marks available for the assignment will apply for each of the first FIVE working days late, after which a zero mark will be given.
4. Requirements for student to be awarded a passing grade in the course:
   To be assured of receiving a passing grade, a student must: (i) submit all of the summative assessment items, including the Tutorial Presentation; and (ii) achieve at least 50% of the available weighted marks for the summative assessment items.
5. Method used to combine assessment results to attain final grade:
   The final grades for students will be assigned on the basis of the weighted aggregate of the marks (or grades) obtained for each of the summative assessment items in the course.
6. Examination information:
   The exam for this course is a CLOSED EXAMINATION, and candidates are allowed to bring only writing and drawing instruments into the examination.
7. Examination period when Deferred/Supplementary examinations will be held:
   Any deferred or supplementary examinations for this course will be held during the next examination period.
8. University Regulations:
   Students should read USQ Regulations 5.1 Definitions, 5.6. Assessment, and 5.10 Academic Misconduct for further information and to avoid actions which might contravene University Regulations. These regulations can be found at the URL http://www.usq.edu.au/corporateservices/calendar/part5.htm or in the current USQ Handbook.

ASSESSMENT NOTES