edu2sua substance use in aust soc
SUBSTANCE USE IN AUSTRALIAN SOCIETY
EDU2SUA
2016
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject, students develop an understanding of the physical, psychological, social and economic issues relevant to substance use in Australian society. Students explore a range of public policy approaches relating to substance use including a particular focus on education. Students use research evidence to critically evaluate the harm minimization strategies used in their own professional field.
SchoolSchool of Education
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorCathleen Farrelly
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 2 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
PrerequisitesN/A
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 | Book of Readings | Prescribed | Farrelly, C. (compiler) | BENDIGO: LA TROBE UNIVERSITY |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Identify, describe and explain a range of issues and perspectives related to substance use in Australian society.
- Activities:
- TBE
02. Evaluate, using research evidence, approaches and strategies available within your field of practice, to deal with substance misuse.
- Activities:
- TBE
03. Plan, prepare and present information on a specific issue related to substance use.
- Activities:
- TBE
04. Reflect on teamwork, planning and presentation skills.
- Activities:
- TBE
05. Analyse and evaluate the impace of the media on substance use issues.
- Activities:
- TBE
Subject options
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Bendigo, 2016, Semester 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorCathleen Farrelly
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
TutorialWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.0 hours tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group research and presentation | 30 | 01, 03, 04 | |
| Critical analysis of one current newspaper article (approx. 1500 words) | 20 | 01, 05 | |
| Report to a school council on drug education (max. 2500 words) | Hurdle: must obtain 50% mark in both research paper and media analysis | 50 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |