Course Title: Australian Art and Culture

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2012

Course Code: HUSO5158

Course Title: Australian Art and Culture

School: 360T Education

Campus: City Campus

Program: C4243 - Certificate IV in ESL (Access)

Course Contact : Baia Tsakouridou, Bloss Robertson

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4488

Course Contact Email:baia.tsakouridou@rmit.edu.au, bloss.robertson@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Jane Collins   94.3.16   email: jane.collins@rmit.edu.au

Melanie Kyle   94.3.16   email: melanie.kyle@rmit.edu.au

Caroline McEnroe   94.3.22   email: caroline.mcenroe@rmit.edu.au

Ceyhan Kurt   94.3.22    email: ceyhan.kurt@rmit.edu.au

Nominal Hours: 50

Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.

Pre-requisites and Co-requisites

none

Course Description

This module aims to familiarise learners who are speakers of languages other than English with aspects of Australian Art and Culture from both the past and present and the language required to describe aspects of Australian Art and Culture.


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

VPAM547 Australian Art and Culture

Element:

Element 1 Describe the features of one of the visual arts in Australia

Performance Criteria:

1.1Select one of the visual arts
1.2 Give historical background to the art
1.3 List the key participants
1.4 Outline the features of one artist’s work

Element:

Element 2 Investigate concepts of Australian identity and culture

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Identify key elements of ‘Australian’ Englishes
2.2 Describe ‘Australian’ cultural icons
2.3 Describe multicultural aspects of Australia’s culture
2.3 Describe key elements of ‘Australian’ entertainment and
leisure

Element:

Element 3 Investigate a local example of Australian art or culture

Performance Criteria:

Investigate a local example of Australian art or culture
3.1 Describe the significance of and locate the example
3.2 Describe the key characteristics of example
3.3 Explain reasons for selection and give an opinion of the
example

Element:

Element 4 Describe the features of an Australian film

Performance Criteria:

Describe the features of an Australian film
4.1 Identify the title, creators and key participants
4.2 State the historical setting and location of the film
4.3 List the key events
4.4 Identify any significant issues or themes


Learning Outcomes


The outcomes described in this unit relate to:

  • the Performance Criteria for each Element
  • the ISLPR (International Second Language Proficiency Ratings) descriptors for Reading and Writing. They contribute directly to the achievement of ISLPR Reading 3/3+ and Writing 3/3
  • the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) http://www.deewr.gov.au/SKILLS/PROGRAMS/LITANDNUM/ACSF/Pages/default.aspx They contribute directly to the achievement of ACSF indicators of Reading and Writing competence at Level 4


Details of Learning Activities

This unit is part of Certificate IV in ESL (Access) which is an integrated program. This means that you will study this unit with several other units on the same day. Your program consists of Face to Face teaching and Directed Study. Your program will have a minimum of 8 hours Directed Study per week. You are not required to attend to complete Directed Study, however you are expected to complete all work given and will at times be required to show evidence that the work has been completed in this unit. This is a very important part of your program and we ask that you do 4-5 hours on your non attendance day and at least 1 hour each evening to cover all the units in the program. An outline of your Directed Study is published each week in the Weekly Program Delivery Plan.

This unit is co-delivered with the macro skills Speaking, Listening, Reading and Writing amd it will involve the following:

• Describe the features of one of the visual arts in Australia
• Investigate concepts of Australian identity and culture
• Investigate a local example of Australian art or culture
• Describe the features of an Australian film

LISTENING
You will:
• listen to videos and audio tapes as well as films
• take part in conversations
• listen to talks and lectures
• visit places of interest and listen to guides
• take part in Australian cinema studies

SPEAKING
You will:
• work in pairs and in small groups
• give complex reports on researched topic
• make up role plays to practice conversation appropriate to further study context
• give a formal oral presentation
• take part in formal and informal discussions
• evaluate your own work

READING
You are encouraged to read a wide range of texts relevant to the study context.
You will:
• read , analyse and review complex texts for research purposes
• read extended personal and imaginative texts

WRITING
In a variety of writing activities, you will improve your sentence structure and learn how to use different writing styles.
You will:
• do a research project
• write film reviews
• take notes from a range of complex texts
• develop a writing folio which includes extended written texts
• learn to locate and record references used
• reflect on issues and your own learning
• learn to plan, draft and proofread your work
• construct formatted texts for study purposes
• become familiar with academic discourse


Teaching Schedule

Program Dates: Mon 6 February – Fri 15 June 2012

Term Break: Mon 9 April – Fri 13 April 2012

Public holidays: Mon 12 March (Labour Day), Fri 6 April (Good Friday), Wed 25 April (ANZAC Day), Mon 11 June 2012 (Queen’s Birthday)

Teaching Schedule:
This course will be delivered weekly. The times will be outlined in the program delivery plans which are updated each week.

Your program is made up of:
• Orientation
• Learning activities
• Mid semester review
• Guest speakers
• Excursions
• Exit review

All students will be inducted. The induction includes
• Program Guide & Student Diary
• Student Rights and Responsibilities
• Explore RMIT (an orientation to the university and its services)
• Orientation to RMIT Libraries (library tour & on line catalogue introduction)
• RMIT Online Systems Information Session

Library Orientation & an RMIT Online Systems Information Session will be scheduled during the first two weeks of your program. Information about student services, rights and responsibilities is contained in your student diary.


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts

There are no prescribed texts but it is recommended that students avail themselves of the many ESL resources available in the RMIT Library.


References


Other Resources

TEXTS AND EQUIPMENT
There are no set texts in this course, but it is recommended that you bring

· English-English dictionary (We ask that you do not use a translation dictionary)

· Thesaurus

· Display folder with plastic sleeves

· Highlighter pens

· Notebook or loose leaf paper

· Headphones (use your own or they can be purchased from the Carlton Library very cheaply)

· USB (Memory stick)


Overview of Assessment

This course is part of a full-time integrated program. You must demonstrate an understanding of all elements of the competencies in order to be deemed competent. Assessment methods have been designed to measure achievement of each competency in a flexible manner over a range of assessment tasks. You may be assessed by:

  • watching and analysing a range of Australian films
  • investigating the visual arts in Australia
  • investigating aspects of Australian culture through reading and note taking from a range of written and audio visual texts

Feedback:

Feedback will be provided throughout the semester in class both oral and written, through individual and group feedback on practical exercises and by individual consultation.

If you have a long term medical condition and/or disability it may be possible to negotiate to vary aspects of the learning or assessment methods. You can contact the program coordinator or the Disability Liaison Unit if you would like to find out more.

An assessment charter (http://mams.rmit.edu.au/kh6a3ly2wi2h1.pdf) summarises your responsibilities as an RMIT student as well as those of your teachers.
Your courses assessment conforms to RMIT assessment principles, regulations, policies and procedures which are described and referenced in a single document: http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=ln1kd66y87rc


Assessment Tasks

Assessment will take place throughout the course. Your work is assessed on a competent (CA)/not yet competent (NYC) basis – it is not graded. You will be given written feedback on all assessment tasks. There will be individual and group projects completed both in and out of class.
Assessment is ongoing and its purpose is to develop your skills. You will be given assistance in redrafting and editing written assessment tasks because developing your ability to identify and correct your own mistakes is an important part of the learning process. It is important that you read the specific elements each assessment task addresses on the cover sheet for each task. At the time of setting assessments you will be given clear guidelines about which course, elements and performance criteria you will need to meet in order to successfully complete the task. Submission dates & deadlines will also be clearly explained.

Assessment tasks:

Summative assessments:
• Academic Essay
• Film Review
• Film Project
• Research Report
• Oral presentation

Formative assessments: ongoing observations, summaries and review of student work

Please note:
Assessments tasks will include other courses (Units of competency) from the program.
All Assessment tasks should be submitted by the deadline. If an extension is required you must ask your teacher for one before the due date.

Assessment Matrix

Each assessment cover sheet clearly outlines the competencies being addressed in the task in relation to performance criteria. The sum of assessment tasks will cover all units and their elements over a range of occasions. You will be given opportunities to demonstrate competency in a variety of ways throughout the program. You are encouraged to discuss any problems or concerns with your teacher or student co-ordinator. An assessment matrix will be available on myRMIT.


Assessment Matrix

Each assessment cover sheet clearly outlines the competencies being addressed in the task in relation to performance criteria. The sum of assessment tasks will cover all units and their elements over a range of occasions. You will be given opportunities to demonstrate competency in a variety of ways throughout the program. You are encouraged to discuss any problems or concerns with your teacher or student co-ordinator. An assessment matrix will be available on myRMIT.

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