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<p>This intermediate-unit examines the history of Australia's connections with the Asia Pacific region, tracing its evolution from the mid-nineteenth century to the present day with a focus on critiqing perceptions of Australian history which give primacy to Australia's relationship with Europe and the British Empire. Emphasizing a multifaceted approach, it examines how cultural, political, and economic factors have influenced Australian perceptions and policies toward the region. Additionally, it explores diverse viewpoints on Australian identity, including those of immigrant and First Nations communities and alternate cultural perspectives of cultural, political and economic links across the region. Topics range from the impact of the gold rushes to the complexities of nation building, the legacy of the white Australia policy and the changing role of Australia in global conflicts and the legacy of decolonization.</p>
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<p>This unit presents a comprehensive historical examination of Australia’s evolving relationship with the Asia-Pacific region, with a particular focus on its connections with Southeast Asia and the Pacific. It delves into pivotal moments and transitions in this relationship, while also analyzing its significant political, cultural, and economic dimensions. Through an interdisciplinary approach, it investigates how culture, politics, and economics have influenced Australian perspectives and policies towards the region. Moreover, the unit considers diverse viewpoints, including those of immigrant communities and First Nations, to provide a nuanced understanding of Australian identity within this context. Topics explored encompass the impact of the gold rushes, the intricacies of nation building, Australia's involvement in global conflicts, the challenges of decolonization, and the dynamics of the Cold War and post Cold War eras. <br>
Topics may include:<br>
1. The myth of Indigenous isolation (Global Encounters)<br>
2. Imagining Australia: European pre-colonial perspectives<br>
3. The Antipodean social laboratory: Visualising the British Empire<br>
4. The global context to Australian invasion and settler-colonisation<br>
5. The British World: Lateral links across the Empire<br>
6. The Goldrush and the making of a multicultural Australia<br>
7. Making sense of an “alien” landscape<br>
8. Federation and the legacy of the White Australia Policy<br>
9. WWII and after: Post-war immigration and nation-building after the End of Empire<br>
10. The Cold War, decolonisation and Indigenous rights<br>
11. Neoliberal globalisation, multiculturalism and its criticisms<br>
12. Australia in the Asian Century.</p>
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<p>This intermediate-unit examines the history of Australia's connections with the Asia Pacific region, tracing its evolution from the mid-nineteenth century to the present day with a focus on critiqing perceptions of Australian history which give primacy to Australia's relationship with Europe and the British Empire. Emphasizing a multifaceted approach, it examines how cultural, political, and economic factors have influenced Australian perceptions and policies toward the region. Additionally, it explores diverse viewpoints on Australian identity, including those of immigrant and First Nations communities and alternate cultural perspectives of cultural, political and economic links across the region. Topics range from the impact of the gold rushes to the complexities of nation building, the legacy of the white Australia policy and the changing role of Australia in global conflicts and the legacy of decolonization.</p>
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<p>This unit presents a comprehensive historical examination of Australia’s evolving relationship with the Asia-Pacific region, with a particular focus on its connections with Southeast Asia and the Pacific. It delves into pivotal moments and transitions in this relationship, while also analyzing its significant political, cultural, and economic dimensions. Through an interdisciplinary approach, it investigates how culture, politics, and economics have influenced Australian perspectives and policies towards the region. Moreover, the unit considers diverse viewpoints, including those of immigrant communities and First Nations, to provide a nuanced understanding of Australian identity within this context. Topics explored encompass the impact of the gold rushes, the intricacies of nation building, Australia's involvement in global conflicts, the challenges of decolonization, and the dynamics of the Cold War and post Cold War eras. <br> Topics may include:<br> 1. The myth of Indigenous isolation (Global Encounters)<br> 2. Imagining Australia: European pre-colonial perspectives<br> 3. The Antipodean social laboratory: Visualising the British Empire<br> 4. The global context to Australian invasion and settler-colonisation<br> 5. The British World: Lateral links across the Empire<br> 6. The Goldrush and the making of a multicultural Australia<br> 7. Making sense of an “alien” landscape<br> 8. Federation and the legacy of the White Australia Policy<br> 9. WWII and after: Post-war immigration and nation-building after the End of Empire<br> 10. The Cold War, decolonisation and Indigenous rights<br> 11. Neoliberal globalisation, multiculturalism and its criticisms<br> 12. Australia in the Asian Century.</p>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Education, Arts & Community
Discipline:
Humanities and Social Sciences
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
090305 - History
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
No
Fee information:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/bahis2009">View unit fees</a>
Requisites
Prerequisite
<p> must have completed 1 of BAXDC1002, HISOC1005, HISOC1312, <a href="/ords/r/curriculum/catalogue/course?p6_code=BAHIS1001" target="_blank">BAHIS1001</a>/<a href="/ords/r/curriculum/catalogue/course?p6_code=BAKIP1001" target="_blank">BAKIP1001</a></p>
Corequisite
None
Exclusion
<p> must not have completed 1 of <a href="/ords/r/curriculum/catalogue/course?p6_code=BAHIS3009" target="_blank">BAHIS3009</a>, <a href="/ords/r/curriculum/catalogue/course?p6_code=BAHIS2006" target="_blank">BAHIS2006</a>/<a href="/ords/r/curriculum/catalogue/course?p6_code=BAHIS3006" target="_blank">BAHIS3006</a></p>
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Learning outcomes
<p>On successful completion of this unit, students are expected to gain the following [K]nowledge, [S]kills and [A]pplication of knowledge & skills</p>
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K1
<p>Survey historical themes in Australia's evolving relationship with the Asia-Pacific region, and explore the principal interpretations by historians.</p>
K2
<p>Appraise the domestic and international factors which shape Australia’s international relationships.</p>
K3
<p>Examine Australian perceptions of the nations and cultures of the Asia-Pacific region, and also Asian and Pacific perceptions of Australia.</p>
K4
<p>Account for the impact of post-Colonialism, Globalisation and Terrorism on the changing nature of the Australian/Asia-Pacific relationship.</p>
S1
<p>Identify and understand and critique a wide variety of secondary historical sources.</p>
S2
<p>Engage in reading and research and develop oral and written communication skills at the appropriate level.</p>
S3
<p>Distinguish between, and effectively analyse, primary and secondary sources including government policy documents, scholarly commentary, eyewitness accounts, political memoir and reflection.</p>
A1
<p>Construct an evidence-based argument or narrative.</p>
A2
<p>Develop analytical skills to understand and critically assess primary and secondary sources.</p>
A3
<p>Apply the methodological and ethical conventions of the history discipline.</p>
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<p>Analysing Perspectives in Print Media Coverage based on a selected week's topic</p>
<p>Primary Sources Analysis Report and Presentation</p>
<p>20-40%</p>
K1, S1, S2, S3, A2, A3
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<p>Annotated Bibliography and Essay Plan</p>
<p>Annotated Bibliography and dot point essay plan of key themes and arguments</p>
<p>30-50%</p>
K1, K2, K3, K4, S3, A1, A2, A3
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<p>Critical Analysis addressing a topic designed for intermediate-level students</p>
<p>Research Essay</p>
<p>30-50%</p>
K1, K2, K3, K4, S1, S2, S3, A1, A3
Supplementary assessment available:
Yes
Supplementary assessment information:
<p>Where supplementary assessment is available a student must have failed overall in the Unit but gained a final mark of 45 per cent or above, has completed all major assessment tasks (including all sub-components where a task has multiple parts) as specified in the Unit Description and is not eligible for any other form of supplementary assessment.</p>
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FedTASK 1: Interpersonal
The ability to effectively communicate, interact and work with others both individually and in groups.
<p>Level 3 - Student works independently with limited guidance or works within self-determined guidelines appropriate to context</p>
FedTASK 2: Leadership
The ability to apply professional skills and behaviours in leading others.
<p>Level 3 - Student works independently with limited guidance or works within self-determined guidelines appropriate to context</p>
FedTASK 3: Critical Thinking and Creativity
The ability to work in complexity and ambiguity using imagination to create new ideas.
<p>Level 3 - Student works independently with limited guidance or works within self-determined guidelines appropriate to context</p>
FedTASK 4: Digital Literacy
The ability to work fluently across a range of tools and applications to achieve a range of skills.
<p>Level 3 - Student works independently with limited guidance or works within self-determined guidelines appropriate to context</p>
FedTASK 5: Sustainable and Ethical Mindset
The ability to consider and assess the consequences and impact of ideas and actions in enacting ethical and sustainable decisions.
<p>Level 3 - Student works independently with limited guidance or works within self-determined guidelines appropriate to context</p>
FedTASK
<p>Federation University recognises that students require key transferable employability skills to prepare them for their future workplace and society. FedTASKs (<strong>T</strong>ransferable <strong>A</strong>ttributes <strong>S</strong>kills and <strong>K</strong>nowledge) provide a targeted focus on five key, transferable Attributes, Skills, and Knowledge that are embedded within curriculum, developed gradually towards successful measures and interlinked with cross-discipline and co-operative learning opportunities.</p>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Education, Arts & Community
Discipline:
Humanities and Social Sciences
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
090305 - History
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
No
Fee information:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/bahis2009">View unit fees</a>
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