PLA4NMC

NEGOTIATION, MEDIATION AND COMMUNITY CONSULTATION

PLA4NMC

2017

Credit points: 15

Subject outline

In this subject we aim to - (i) develop skills in, and a critical understanding of, the practical aspects of dispute resolution via negotiation, mediation and conciliation; and (ii) provide insights and skills in fostering community engagement processes as a means of enhancing community development. The issues that emerge from examining disputes and concerns that arise from changes to our physical, professional, community and personal environments are examined in order to provide a more advanced understanding of techniques for managing community conflicts and for fostering public participation in decision-making.

SchoolSchool of Humanities & Social Sciences

Credit points15

Subject Co-ordinatorJulie Rudner

Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes

Subject year levelYear Level 4 - UG/Hons/1st Yr PG

Exchange StudentsYes

Subject particulars

Subject rules

PrerequisitesN/A

Co-requisitesN/A

Incompatible subjectsN/A

Equivalent subjectsN/A

Special conditionsN/A

Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes

01. Critically analyse the value of techniques used to resolve disputes and arrive at negotiated agreements and settlements

Activities:
Essay, role play, report
Related graduate capabilities and elements:
Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
Writing(Writing)
Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)

02. Critique and apply theoretical literature about the concept of community in relation to professional practice

Activities:
Essay, report
Related graduate capabilities and elements:
Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
Ethical & Cultural Awareness(Ethical & Cultural Awareness)

03. Interpret and clearly communicate about issues of power and decision-making heirarchy as they apply to professionals, organisations and commmunities

Activities:
Essay, role play, report
Related graduate capabilities and elements:
Speaking(Speaking)
Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
Teamwork(Teamwork)

04. Describe and analyse relevant examples of negotiation, mediation, and dispute resolution drawn from real life situations and circumstances

Activities:
Report, Journal
Related graduate capabilities and elements:
Writing(Writing)
Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
Teamwork(Teamwork)

05. Develop and exercise a variety of mediation, negotiation & engagement techniques

Activities:
Role play, Journal
Related graduate capabilities and elements:
Speaking(Speaking)
Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
Teamwork(Teamwork)

Subject options

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Start date between: and    Key dates

Bendigo, 2017, Semester 1, Blended

Overview

Online enrolmentYes

Maximum enrolment sizeN/A

Enrolment information

Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJulie Rudner

Class requirements

Lecture/SeminarWeek: 10 - 22
Three 7.0 hours lecture/seminar per study period on any day including weekend during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
"This component will be presented as follows: Two consecutive days in Bendigo e.g.; Friday-Saturday from 9:30am-4:30pm at the beginning of the subject. One day in Bendigo e.g.: Friday from 9:30am-4:30pm, mid semester. Depending on the number of students enrolled at other campuses, digital options to participate may provided."

Scheduled Online ClassWeek: 10 - 22
One 3.0 hours scheduled online class per study period on any day including weekend during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via blended.
"This component is conducted online. at a specific time."

PracticalWeek: 10 - 22
One 7.0 hours practical per study period on any day including weekend during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
"This component will be conducted in Bendigo on Saturday from 9:30am-3:30pm at the end of the subject. Depending on the number of students enrolled at other campuses, digital options to participate may provided."

Independent ResearchWeek: 10 - 22
One 4.0 hours independent research per study period on any day including weekend during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via distance education.
"Students will be given a task for independent study in their own time."

Assessments

Assessment elementComments%ILO*
Essay (ugrad 1,500 words) (pgrad 2,500words)4001, 02, 03
Group/individual role play (equivalent 1,000 words)2001, 03, 04, 05
Reflective Journal (ugrad 1,000 words) (pgrad 1,500 words)2003, 04, 05
Report (ugrad 1,000 words) (pgrad 1,500 words) 2001, 02, 03, 04

City Campus, 2017, Semester 1, Blended

Overview

Online enrolmentYes

Maximum enrolment sizeN/A

Enrolment information

Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJulie Rudner

Class requirements

Lecture/SeminarWeek: 10 - 22
Three 7.0 hours lecture/seminar per study period on any day including weekend during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via blended.
"This component will be presented as follows: Two consecutive days in Bendigo e.g.; Friday-Saturday from 9:30am-4:30pm at the beginning of the subject. One day in Bendigo e.g.: Friday from 9:30am-4:30pm, mid semester. Depending on the number of students enrolled at other campuses, digital options to participate may provided."

PracticalWeek: 10 - 22
One 7.0 hours practical per study period on any day including weekend during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
"This component will be conducted in Bendigo on Saturday from 9:30am-3:30pm at the end of the subject. Depending on the number of students enrolled at other campuses, digital options to participate may provided."

Independent ResearchWeek: 10 - 22
One 4.0 hours independent research per study period on any day including weekend during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via distance education.
"Students will be given a task for independent study in their own time."

Scheduled Online ClassWeek: 10 - 22
One 3.0 hours scheduled online class per study period on any day including weekend during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
"This component is conducted online. at a specific time."

Assessments

Assessment elementComments%ILO*
Essay (ugrad 1,500 words) (pgrad 2,500words)4001, 02, 03
Group/individual role play (equivalent 1,000 words)2001, 03, 04, 05
Reflective Journal (ugrad 1,000 words) (pgrad 1,500 words)2003, 04, 05
Report (ugrad 1,000 words) (pgrad 1,500 words) 2001, 02, 03, 04

Melbourne, 2017, Semester 1, Blended

Overview

Online enrolmentYes

Maximum enrolment sizeN/A

Enrolment information

Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJulie Rudner

Class requirements

Lecture/SeminarWeek: 10 - 22
Three 7.0 hours lecture/seminar per study period on any day including weekend during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via blended.
"This component will be presented as follows: Two consecutive days in Bendigo e.g.; Friday-Saturday from 9:30am-4:30pm at the beginning of the subject. One day in Bendigo e.g.: Friday from 9:30am-4:30pm, mid semester. Depending on the number of students enrolled at other campuses, digital options to participate may provided."

PracticalWeek: 10 - 22
One 7.0 hours practical per study period on any day including weekend during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
"This component will be conducted in Bendigo on Saturday from 9:30am-3:30pm at the end of the subject. Depending on the number of students enrolled at other campuses, digital options to participate may provided."

Scheduled Online ClassWeek: 10 - 22
One 3.0 hours scheduled online class per study period on any day including weekend during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
"This component is conducted online at a specific time."

Independent ResearchWeek: 10 - 22
One 4.0 hours independent research per study period on any day including weekend during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via distance education.
"Students will be given a task for independent study in their own time."

Assessments

Assessment elementComments%ILO*
Essay (ugrad 1,500 words) (pgrad 2,500words)4001, 02, 03
Group/individual role play (equivalent 1,000 words)2001, 03, 04, 05
Reflective Journal (ugrad 1,000 words) (pgrad 1,500 words)2003, 04, 05
Report (ugrad 1,000 words) (pgrad 1,500 words) 2001, 02, 03, 04