SOCA6330
10 units
6000 level
Course handbook
Description
Within professional and institutional equity diversity and inclusion writing is a key tool for producing effective change. However, though clear and effective communication is expected, rarely is the construction of equity, produced through the dominant conventions of writing, called into question. Drawing on critical theory and Indigenous methodologies, the students will be introduced to notions of storywork and writing as a deeply political process that reveals and masks important dimensions of equity, diversity and inclusion. This course aims to enhance students’ understanding of the craft and social practices of researching, evaluating and writing across equity, diversity and inclusion contexts. It will provide students with a strong foundation for practicing the various forms of writing that are used in equity, diversity and inclusion strategies and implementation and to develop this foundation within a strong ethical framing, underpinned by social justice methodologies.
Availability2024 Course Timetables
Online
- Semester 1 - 2024
Newcastle City Precinct
- Semester 2 - 2024
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course students will be able to:
1. Appraise the challenges of writing in equity strategies and implementation, advocacy and research.
2. Analyse the ways that social hierarchies, differences and inequalities are represented in written form in institutional, organisational and professional contexts, and how these enable and constrain different approaches to equity policy and practice.
3. Identify and present equity case studies through a variety of formats, including posters, written and oral form.
4. Design equity strategies using different modes of understanding of in-depth case studies and examine the implications of these for theory, policy and practice.
Content
This course examines:
- Author situatedness and reflexivity; objectivity and subjectivity across different writing practices; ethics in writing.
- The construction and representation of groups associated with EDI through writing.
- Methods for inclusive writing for furthering equity, diversity and inclusion.
- Practical challenges and opportunities in advocating and representing others through writing.
Assumed knowledge
Undergraduate degree majoring in Social Science or related discipline, or recognised prior learning or experience from relevant fields of practice.
Assessment items
Written Assignment: Abstract
Written Assignment: Annotated Bibliography
Presentation: Presentation
Written Assignment: Essay or Report
Contact hours
Semester 1 - 2024 - Online
Online Activity-1
- Online 1 hour(s) per week(s) for 12 week(s) starting in week 1
- Participation in CANVAS discussions and self-directed learning.
Semester 2 - 2024 - Newcastle City Precinct
Self-Directed Learning-1
- Self-Directed 1 hour(s) per week(s) for 12 week(s) starting in week 1
Seminar-1
- Face to Face On Campus 1 days per week for 1 week(s) starting in week 2
Workshop-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 days per week for 1 week(s) starting in week 7
Course outline
- SOCA6330 - Semester 1, 2024 (Online) (PDF, 229.6 KB)
The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Biripai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.