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<p>This course traces the development of ideas about the West in relation to various non-Western others, from the so-called Age of Discovery to the present. In particular, it explores Australias cultural and political position in and of the West in relation to Australias origins as a British settler colony in the Asia-Pacific region, and the ways in which these aspects of Australian cultural and political development have shaped Australians self-understandings and approaches to nonWestern others into the present. The course covers contemporary debates concerning the value of Western civilisation and its future prospects; debates over the nature and impacts of European colonialism in Australia and elsewhere; as well as rival theses concerning the clash of civilisations and/or the clash of ignorance between Islam and the West. The course introduces theories and frameworks for students to interrogate and understand their attitudes and perspectives regarding these debates.</p>
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<p>•Nations, cultures, civilisations <br>
•What is the West, whos in and whos out, and why does it matter? <br>
•The civilised and the savage (the West and the rest), from the white mans burden to the War on Terror<br>
•Liberalism, democracy and the triumph of the West <br>
•European colonialism and its lasting legacies <br>
•White Australia, terra nullius and settler Australias Indigenous Other <br>
•Orientalism, White Australia and the fear of Asia <br>
•The Culture Wars, identity politics and the utility and viability of Western civilisation <br>
•Orientalism, contemporary Australia and the fear of Islam<br>
•The end of history and the triumph of the West (again) <br>
•A clash of civilisations or a clash of ignorance?</p>
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<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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<p>This course traces the development of ideas about the West in relation to various non-Western others, from the so-called Age of Discovery to the present. In particular, it explores Australias cultural and political position in and of the West in relation to Australias origins as a British settler colony in the Asia-Pacific region, and the ways in which these aspects of Australian cultural and political development have shaped Australians self-understandings and approaches to nonWestern others into the present. The course covers contemporary debates concerning the value of Western civilisation and its future prospects; debates over the nature and impacts of European colonialism in Australia and elsewhere; as well as rival theses concerning the clash of civilisations and/or the clash of ignorance between Islam and the West. The course introduces theories and frameworks for students to interrogate and understand their attitudes and perspectives regarding these debates.</p>
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<p>•Nations, cultures, civilisations <br> •What is the West, whos in and whos out, and why does it matter? <br> •The civilised and the savage (the West and the rest), from the white mans burden to the War on Terror<br> •Liberalism, democracy and the triumph of the West <br> •European colonialism and its lasting legacies <br> •White Australia, terra nullius and settler Australias Indigenous Other <br> •Orientalism, White Australia and the fear of Asia <br> •The Culture Wars, identity politics and the utility and viability of Western civilisation <br> •Orientalism, contemporary Australia and the fear of Islam<br> •The end of history and the triumph of the West (again) <br> •A clash of civilisations or a clash of ignorance?</p>
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Institute / school:
Institute of Education, Arts & Community
Discipline:
Humanities and Social Sciences
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
090399 - Studies in Human Society, n.e.c.
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
No
Fee information:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/bakip1001">View unit fees</a>
Requisites
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None
Corequisite
None
Exclusion
<p>must not have completed "HISOC1005"</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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<p>Outline the historical development of ideas about the West and Western civilisation.</p>
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<p>Explore Australias position in and of the West in relation to Australias origins as a British settler colony in the Asia-Pacific region.</p>
K3
<p>Account for major historical and contemporary perspectives and debates regarding the West and its relations with and impacts on non-Western peoples in Australia and around the world.</p>
S1
<p>Research topics relevant to course content, including locating and appraising authoritative sources.</p>
S2
<p>Express informed and substantiated arguments and analysis in relation to relevant issues and debates.</p>
S3
<p>Develop critical and self-reflective understandings of the relationships between Australian, Western and non-Western cultures and identities.</p>
A1
<p>Identify connection and tensions between issues, debates, concepts and perspectives related to course content.</p>
A2
<p>Utilise and integrate relevant conceptual and theoretical understandings to examine issues and debates regarding the West and various non-Western others.</p>
A3
<p>Engage in discussion, debate and critical analysis concerning issues associated with course content.</p>
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<p>Completion of a series of tasks on selected course topic (e.g. written reflections on topics, readings and active participation in class/online discussions)</p>
<p>Course preparation and participation</p>
<p>15-25%</p>
K1, K2, K3, S2, S3, A1, A2, A3
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<p>Research Proposal, Annotated Bibliography and Essay Plan</p>
<p>Annotated Bibliography and Essay Plan</p>
<p>30-40%</p>
K1, K2, S1, A1, A2, A3
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<p>Research essay on a selected topic</p>
<p>Research essay</p>
<p>35-55%</p>
K1, K2, K3, S1, S2, S3, A1, A2, 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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<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>
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FedTASK 1: Interpersonal
The ability to effectively communicate, interact and work with others both individually and in groups.
FedTASK 2: Leadership
The ability to apply professional skills and behaviours in leading others.
FedTASK 3: Critical Thinking and Creativity
The ability to work in complexity and ambiguity using imagination to create new ideas.
FedTASK 4: Digital Literacy
The ability to work fluently across a range of tools and applications to achieve a range of skills.
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.
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:
090399 - Studies in Human Society, n.e.c.
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
No
Fee information:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/bakip1001">View unit fees</a>
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