swp3idv introduction to diversity
INTRODUCTION TO DIVERSITY
SWP3IDV
2014
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject students explore and analyse social work practice in a diverse society. Of particular consideration will be how a sense of 'otherness' or 'difference' is created and maintained. Three broad arenas of 'difference' will be featured from amongst the many forms of social and cultural diversity. These arenas are not exclusive but will in this instance be: sexuality, disability, migration and population movements. As social workers are expected to practice within a framework of social and cultural difference, the aim is to introduce and promote in students values and skills for 'difference-competent' practice.
FacultyFaculty of Health Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorVirginia Mansel Lees
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 3 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Must be enrolled in HZSK, HZSKB, HZSKW, HZSKM (BHS&MSW), EBOCE (Outreach & Community Education), EBTP (BTeachPrimary), EBTS (BTeachSecondary). All others require coordinators approval.
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Anti-oppressive social work theory and practice | Recommended | Dominelli, L 2002 | PALGRAVE, BASINGSTOKE |
| Readings | Critical social work: an introduction to theories and practices | Recommended | Allan, J, Pease, B, and Briskman, L (eds) 2003 | ALLEN & UNWIN, SYDNEY |
Subject options
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Albury-Wodonga, 2014, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorVirginia Mansel Lees
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
WorkShopWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % |
|---|---|---|
| one 1,000-word personal reflection essay | 20 | |
| one 10-minute group presentation | 20 | |
| one 1000-word team report | 20 | |
| one 2,000-word Difference-Competent essay | 40 |
Bendigo, 2014, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorFiona Gardner
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
WorkShopWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % |
|---|---|---|
| one 1,000-word personal reflection essay | 20 | |
| one 10-minute group presentation | 20 | |
| one 1000-word team report | 20 | |
| one 2,000-word Difference-Competent essay | 40 |
Melbourne, 2014, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorPatricia McNamara
Class requirements
WorkShopWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % |
|---|---|---|
| one 1,000-word personal reflection essay | 20 | |
| one 10-minute group presentation | 20 | |
| one 1000-word team report | 20 | |
| one 2,000-word Difference-Competent essay | 40 |
Mildura, 2014, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorVirginia Mansel Lees
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
WorkShopWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % |
|---|---|---|
| one 1,000-word personal reflection essay | 20 | |
| one 10-minute group presentation | 20 | |
| one 1000-word team report | 20 | |
| one 2,000-word Difference-Competent essay | 40 |