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ABOR2330

Traditional Aboriginal Society

10 Units 2000 Level Course

Available in 2012

Callaghan CampusSemester 1
On-Line from CallaghanSemester 1

Previously offered in 2013, 2011

Explores the philosophical basis of traditional Aboriginal societies examining such areas as the life cycle, kinship, control, economic systems and lifestyle practices.

Objectives
1. provides an insight into traditional Australia before Cook.
2. provides the foundation for future knowledge relating to contact and contemporary Aboriginal issues.
3. provides an understanding of the diversity of Aboriginal cultures and people.
Content
This course explores the philosophical basis of traditional Aboriginal societies examining such areas as the life cycle, kinship, control, economic systems and lifestyle practices.
Replacing Course(s)
Replaces ABOR1330
Transition
Students who have completed ABOR1330 are not eligible to enrol in ABOR2330.
Industrial Experience
0
Assumed Knowledge
Nil
Modes of Delivery
Distance Learning : IT Based
Flexible Delivery / Student Centred Learning
Internal Mode
Teaching Methods
Email Discussion Group
Lecture
Tutorial
Assessment Items
Essays / Written Assignments
2500 words - 30%
Other: (please specify)
Virtual field trip written essay - (1,500 - 2,000 words) - 30%
Presentations - Individual
Tutorial presentation - 20%
Written presentation (1,000-1,500 words) - 20%
Contact Hours
Tutorial: for 2 hour(s) per Week for Full Term
Lecture: for 1 hour(s) per Week for Full Term

Timetables