Semester 1, 2023 Online | |
Units : | 1 |
School or Department : | College for First Nations |
Grading basis : | Graded |
Course fee schedule : | /current-students/administration/fees/fee-schedules |
Staffing
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Overview
This course will equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to apply knowledge of the decolonisation process and related practical strategies that support First Nation self-determination and inclusion of Indigenous Standpoint Theory. Students will explore Indigenous research methodology and develop the cultural experience and skills needed to authentically support First Nation self-determination and interact effectively with First Nations' individuals and communities.
Course learning outcomes
On completion of this course students should be able to:
- challenge the ongoing implications of colonialism for First Nation peoples' self-determination;
- critique the position and processes of decolonisation and Indigenous Standpoint Theory for
 First Nation self-determination;
- differentiate between Indigenous self-determination and standpoint theory and their varied definitions and applications;
- select and justify ethical research and methodological approaches that support First
Nations' Indigenous Standpoint Theory and self-determination;
- develop and implement practical recommendations for research or the workplace that promote IST and contribute to decolonisation.
Topics
Description | Weighting(%) | |
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1. | Decolonisation and a social justice approach to education  | 25.00 |
2. | Indigenous Standpoint Theory – A First Nations Lens and Approach to education and research  | 25.00 |
3. | Indigenous Standpoint Theory and Self-Determination  | 25.00 |
4. | Ethics and best practice in First Nations’ research  | 25.00 |
Text and materials required to be purchased or accessed
Student workload expectations
To do well in this subject, students are expected to commit approximately 10 hours per week including class contact hours, independent study, and all assessment tasks. If you are undertaking additional activities, which may include placements and residential schools, the weekly workload hours may vary.
Assessment details
Description | Group Assessment |
Weighting (%) | Course learning outcomes |
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Planning document | No | 20 | 1,2 |
Report | No | 30 | 2,3 |
Research (paper) | No | 50 | 4,5 |