HUS3WAB
WRITERS IN ACTION B
HUS3WAB
2018
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject you study professional and creative writers in action. You participate in a regional writers festival. There are three phases within this subject: the pre-event phase where the students are introduced to key concepts, topics and skills. You are supported in devising your project and preparing to engage with the writers festival and guest writers. You will have an immersion experience where you attend the festival with a specific program of activities in mind to support your project. Post-event you complete your project using the information and experience gained through the event. This block mode subject occurs over 5 days, including attendance at a writers festival (including weekend). Festival dates and sites change from year to year, so students should consult with the subject coordinator and check the Handbook for further updates. https://www.latrobe.edu.au/short-courses/place-based-subjec ts/writers-in-action
SchoolSchool of Humanities & Social Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorKelly Gardiner
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 3 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
PrerequisitesN/A
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjects STC3WIA
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditions This subject is available for students enrolled in all campuses, however, in 2018 the subject is taught in relation to Mildura (5 day block) and Bendigo Writers Festival (5 day block). Students' travel to/from and accommodation in Mildura or Bendigo is at the student's own cost.
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Apply and communicate a broad range of conceptual and discipline-specific knowledge relating to the form and content of a specific festival event.
- Activities:
- Prepare and conduct an interview with a guest writer, a sponsor, an organiser or other relevant festival affiliate. Host a panel session at the festival.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Autonomy and independence,Ethical behaviour,Study and Learning Skills)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Autonomy and independence,Ethical behaviour,Study and Learning Skills)
02. Critically evaluate and apply a range of styles and genres appropriate to different audiences and particular publications.
- Activities:
- Produce a portfolio of writing relating to an aspect of the festival and suitable for online on print publication. This could include: a review article; press release; blog; column; author profile or piece of creative writing linked to the festival themes.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Autonomy and independence,Ethical behaviour,Study and Learning Skills)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
03. Critically research a relevant topic, using fieldwork, library and online resources effectively in the service of a self-directed project
- Activities:
- Choose writer featured at the festival and prepare an essay on an aspect of their work. Prepare a briefing paper for host panel, including background notes and suggested questions. Research an issue/topic that will feature in the program and write an essay that discusses the contribution of festival authors to that topic.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Autonomy and independence,Ethical behaviour,Study and Learning Skills)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Autonomy and independence,Ethical behaviour,Study and Learning Skills)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
Subject options
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Albury-Wodonga, 2018, Week 26-30, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorKelly Gardiner
Class requirements
Industry Based Learning-Off SiteWeek: 26 - 30
Five 1.0 days industry based learning-off site other recurrence on any day including weekend during the day from week 26 to week 30 and delivered via blended.
"Taught at the Mildura Writers Festival in 5 day block."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oral presentation (equivalent to 800 words) | 20 | 01 | |
| Research essay (1200 words) | 30 | 03 | |
| Writing folio (total of 2000 words) | 50 | 02 |
Albury-Wodonga, 2018, Week 31-34, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorKelly Gardiner
Class requirements
Industry Based Learning-Off SiteWeek: 31 - 34
Five 1.0 days industry based learning-off site other recurrence on any day including weekend during the day from week 31 to week 34 and delivered via blended.
"Taught at the Bendigo Writers Festival in 5 day block."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oral presentation (equivalent to 800 words) | 20 | 01 | |
| Research essay (1200 words) | 30 | 03 | |
| Writing folio (total of 2000 words) | 50 | 02 |
Bendigo, 2018, Week 26-30, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorKelly Gardiner
Class requirements
Industry Based Learning-Off SiteWeek: 26 - 30
Five 1.0 days industry based learning-off site other recurrence on any day including weekend during the day from week 26 to week 30 and delivered via blended.
"Taught at the Mildura Writers Festival in 5 day block."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oral presentation (equivalent to 800 words) | 20 | 01 | |
| Research essay (1200 words) | 30 | 03 | |
| Writing folio (total of 2000 words) | 50 | 02 |
Bendigo, 2018, Week 31-34, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorKelly Gardiner
Class requirements
Industry Based Learning-Off SiteWeek: 31 - 34
Five 1.0 days industry based learning-off site other recurrence on any day including weekend during the day from week 31 to week 34 and delivered via blended.
"Taught at the Bendigo Writers Festival in 5 day block."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oral presentation (equivalent to 800 words) | 20 | 01 | |
| Research essay (1200 words) | 30 | 03 | |
| Writing folio (total of 2000 words) | 50 | 02 |
Melbourne, 2018, Week 26-30, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorKelly Gardiner
Class requirements
Industry Based Learning-Off SiteWeek: 26 - 30
Five 1.0 days industry based learning-off site other recurrence on any day including weekend during the day from week 26 to week 30 and delivered via blended.
"Taught at the Mildura Writers Festival in 5 day block."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oral presentation (equivalent to 800 words) | 20 | 01 | |
| Research essay (1200 words) | 30 | 03 | |
| Writing folio (total of 2000 words) | 50 | 02 |
Melbourne, 2018, Week 31-34, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorKelly Gardiner
Class requirements
Industry Based Learning-Off SiteWeek: 31 - 34
Five 1.0 days industry based learning-off site other recurrence on any day including weekend during the day from week 31 to week 34 and delivered via blended.
"Taught at the Bendigo Writers Festival in 5 day block."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oral presentation (equivalent to 800 words) | 20 | 01 | |
| Research essay (1200 words) | 30 | 03 | |
| Writing folio (total of 2000 words) | 50 | 02 |
Mildura, 2018, Week 26-30, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorKelly Gardiner
Class requirements
Industry Based Learning-Off SiteWeek: 26 - 30
Five 1.0 days industry based learning-off site other recurrence on any day including weekend during the day from week 26 to week 30 and delivered via blended.
"Taught at the Mildura Writers Festival in 5 day block."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oral presentation (equivalent to 800 words) | 20 | 01 | |
| Research essay (1200 words) | 30 | 03 | |
| Writing folio (total of 2000 words) | 50 | 02 |
Mildura, 2018, Week 31-34, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorKelly Gardiner
Class requirements
Industry Based Learning-Off SiteWeek: 31 - 34
Five 1.0 days industry based learning-off site other recurrence on any day including weekend during the day from week 31 to week 34 and delivered via blended.
"Taught at the Bendigo Writers Festival in 5 day block."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oral presentation (equivalent to 800 words) | 20 | 01 | |
| Research essay (1200 words) | 30 | 03 | |
| Writing folio (total of 2000 words) | 50 | 02 |
Shepparton, 2018, Week 26-30, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorKelly Gardiner
Class requirements
Industry Based Learning-Off SiteWeek: 26 - 30
Five 1.0 days industry based learning-off site other recurrence on any day including weekend during the day from week 26 to week 30 and delivered via blended.
"Taught at the Mildura Writers Festival in 5 day block."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oral presentation (equivalent to 800 words) | 20 | 01 | |
| Research essay (1200 words) | 30 | 03 | |
| Writing folio (total of 2000 words) | 50 | 02 |
Shepparton, 2018, Week 31-34, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorKelly Gardiner
Class requirements
Industry Based Learning-Off SiteWeek: 31 - 34
Five 1.0 days industry based learning-off site other recurrence on any day including weekend during the day from week 31 to week 34 and delivered via blended.
"Taught at the Bendigo Writers Festival in 5 day block."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oral presentation (equivalent to 800 words) | 20 | 01 | |
| Research essay (1200 words) | 30 | 03 | |
| Writing folio (total of 2000 words) | 50 | 02 |