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Handbook 1997 : Faculty of Education : Bachelor of Early Childhood Studies

466-278 Australia 2A: Urban Development (External)

Note:

Available only to students enrolled in the Pathways Program.

Credit Points:

16.7

Coordinator:

Gael Barrett

Prerequisite/s:

Australia 1C or approved equivalent.

Timetable:

Semester 1

Contact:

This subject is offered in the external mode and there will be no regular class contact

Objectives:

On completion of this subject students should be able to:

  • demonstrate an understanding of the way in which an Australian city of the Victorian Age developed;

  • demonstrate knowledge of the relationships of the social, physical and economic environment of city dwellers;

  • discuss the insights offered by some Australian literature depicting city life;

  • demonstrate an awareness of the distinctive features of Australian suburban development; and

  • express ideas and arguments about issues related to Australian urban life and their effects on children and their families.

Content:

Urban development in Australia in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries emphasising a variety of social aspects; their effect on children and families and their representation in literature.

Assessment:

Two 2500-word essays or equivalent (50% each). Each piece of work must be completed satisfactorily.

Prescribed Texts:

Booklet of material compiled by Department of Early Childhood Studies to be purchased by students.

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