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<p>This course offers an introduction to Indigenous Studies at Federation University. The course explores the diverse characteristics and experiences of pre- and post-invasion Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander societies within an interdisciplinary framework foregrounding Indigenous knowledges and perspectives. It aims to provide students with a broad overview of pre- and post-invasion experiences and expressions of Indigenous cultures, knowledges, histories and identities. The course draws on a wide range of Indigenous-authored content and is delivered, as far as possible, using a collaborative model featuring contributions from members of the university’s local Aboriginal communities. The course is organised around an exploration of three key themes: the characteristics and experiences of pre-invasion Indigenous societies and their encounters with outside cultures prior to 1788; the history and ongoing impacts of settler-colonial invasion from 1788 to the present; and the complexity and diversity of contemporary Indigenous cultures and experiences in settler-colonial Australia.</p>
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<p>•Appropriate terminology, languages and protocols<br>
•The characteristics and experiences of pre-invasion Indigenous societies<br>
•Indigenous encounters with outside cultures prior to 1788<br>
•The history of settler-colonial invasion from 1788 to the present<br>
•The ongoing impacts of settler-colonial invasion<br>
•Settler colonialism, power and politics<br>
•Issues of identity, identification, representation and appropriation<br>
•Contemporary Indigenous cultures in settler-colonial Australia<br>
•Culture and politics in Indigenous arts and literature<br>
•Indigenous experiences in contemporary settler-colonial Australia<br>
•Hidden histories of innovation, agency, activism and success<br>
•The politics of reconciliation, recognition, self-determination and sovereignty</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 offers an introduction to Indigenous Studies at Federation University. The course explores the diverse characteristics and experiences of pre- and post-invasion Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander societies within an interdisciplinary framework foregrounding Indigenous knowledges and perspectives. It aims to provide students with a broad overview of pre- and post-invasion experiences and expressions of Indigenous cultures, knowledges, histories and identities. The course draws on a wide range of Indigenous-authored content and is delivered, as far as possible, using a collaborative model featuring contributions from members of the university’s local Aboriginal communities. The course is organised around an exploration of three key themes: the characteristics and experiences of pre-invasion Indigenous societies and their encounters with outside cultures prior to 1788; the history and ongoing impacts of settler-colonial invasion from 1788 to the present; and the complexity and diversity of contemporary Indigenous cultures and experiences in settler-colonial Australia.</p>
Unit content
<p>•Appropriate terminology, languages and protocols<br> •The characteristics and experiences of pre-invasion Indigenous societies<br> •Indigenous encounters with outside cultures prior to 1788<br> •The history of settler-colonial invasion from 1788 to the present<br> •The ongoing impacts of settler-colonial invasion<br> •Settler colonialism, power and politics<br> •Issues of identity, identification, representation and appropriation<br> •Contemporary Indigenous cultures in settler-colonial Australia<br> •Culture and politics in Indigenous arts and literature<br> •Indigenous experiences in contemporary settler-colonial Australia<br> •Hidden histories of innovation, agency, activism and success<br> •The politics of reconciliation, recognition, self-determination and sovereignty</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:
090311 - Indigenous Studies
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
No
Fee information:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/indsl1000">View unit fees</a>
Requisites
Prerequisite
None
Corequisite
None
Exclusion
<p>must not have completed 1 of "FEAFN1102" / "INDOL1001"</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>Recognise the diversity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, histories, experiences and identities</p>
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<p>Identify and consider the ongoing impacts of settler colonisation on Indigenous peoples and communities in Australia</p>
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<p>Examine key concepts, theories, issues and debates in the field of Indigenous Studies</p>
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<p>Engage with diverse cultural contexts and demonstrate culturally inclusive practices</p>
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<p>Develop skills in research and communication, including academic writing and referencing</p>
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<p>Reflect on one’s pre-existing knowledge of and relationship to course content</p>
A1
<p>Engage ethically with questions and debates relating to the experiences of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in Australia</p>
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<p>Apply relevant conceptual and theoretical frameworks to issues and debates regarding the status and experiences of Indigenous peoples in Australia</p>
A3
<p>Communicate an understanding of key theories and concepts in Indigenous Studies at an introductory level</p>
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<p>Reflective activities responding to course content and materials</p>
<p>Reflective journal</p>
<p>25–40%</p>
K1, K2, K3, S1, S2, S3, A1, A2, A3
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<p>Draft introduction and summaries of sources to be utilised for research paper or poster</p>
<p>Introduction and summaries</p>
<p>20–35%</p>
K1, K2, K3, S1, S2, A1, A2, A3
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<p>Academic paper or poster on a topic or question related to course content</p>
<p>Research paper or poster</p>
<p>35–45%</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:
090311 - Indigenous Studies
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
No
Fee information:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/indsl1000">View unit fees</a>
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