WRITERS IN ACTION : WRITING THE FESTIVAL
STC3WIA
2017
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This subject studies professional and creative writers in action through engaging students as participants in a regional writers festival. There will be three phases within this subject: the pre-event phase where the students are introduced to key concepts, topics and skills, and are supported in devising their project and planning to engage with the writers festival; the event, providing students with an immersion experience where they attend the festival with a specific program of activities in mind in order to support their project; the post-event response, where the student completes their project using the information and experience gained through the event. This is a block mode subject, occurring over a 5 day block in the region where the festival is being held.
School: School of Humanities & Social Sciences
Credit points: 15
Subject Co-ordinator: Sue Gillett
Available to Study Abroad Students: Yes
Subject year level: Year Level 3 - UG
Exchange Students: Yes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites: N/A
Co-requisites: N/A
Incompatible subjects: N/A
Equivalent subjects: N/A
Special conditions: This subject is available for students enrolled in all campuses, however, in 2017 the subject is only taught in relation to Shepparton Festival (2 weekend blocks in weeks 10-14) and Mildura Writers Festival (5 day block in weeks 26-30). Students travelling to Shepparton or Mildura 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)
Albury-Wodonga, 2017, Week 26-30, Blended
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Sue Gillett
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 (1,500 words) | assessment comments for all assignments will be entered in gradebook on LMS | 30 | 03 |
| Writing folio (total of 2,500 words) | assessment comments for all assignments will be entered in gradebook on LMS | 50 | 02 |
Albury-Wodonga, 2017, Week 10-14, Blended
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Sue Gillett
Class requirements
Industry Based Learning-Off SiteWeek: 10 - 14
Five 1.0 days industry based learning-off site other recurrence on any day including weekend during the day from week 10 to week 14 and delivered via blended.
"Taught at the Shepparton Festival in 2 weekend blocks"
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oral presentation (equivalent to 800 words) | 20 | 01 | |
| Research essay (1,500 words) | assessment comments for all assignments will be entered in gradebook on LMS | 30 | 03 |
| Writing folio (total of 2,500 words) | assessment comments for all assignments will be entered in gradebook on LMS | 50 | 02 |
Bendigo, 2017, Week 26-30, Blended
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Sue Gillett
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 (1,500 words) | assessment comments for all assignments will be entered in gradebook on LMS | 30 | 03 |
| Writing folio (total of 2,500 words) | assessment comments for all assignments will be entered in gradebook on LMS | 50 | 02 |
Bendigo, 2017, Week 10-14, Blended
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Sue Gillett
Class requirements
Industry Based Learning-Off SiteWeek: 10 - 14
Five 1.0 days industry based learning-off site other recurrence on any day including weekend during the day from week 10 to week 14 and delivered via blended.
"Taught at the Shepparton Festival in 2 weekend blocks"
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oral presentation (equivalent to 800 words) | 20 | 01 | |
| Research essay (1,500 words) | assessment comments for all assignments will be entered in gradebook on LMS | 30 | 03 |
| Writing folio (total of 2,500 words) | assessment comments for all assignments will be entered in gradebook on LMS | 50 | 02 |
Melbourne, 2017, Week 26-30, Blended
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Sue Gillett
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 (1,500 words) | assessment comments for all assignments will be entered in gradebook on LMS | 30 | 03 |
| Writing folio (total of 2,500 words) | assessment comments for all assignments will be entered in gradebook on LMS | 50 | 02 |
Melbourne, 2017, Week 10-14, Blended
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Sue Gillett
Class requirements
Industry Based Learning-Off SiteWeek: 10 - 14
Five 1.0 days industry based learning-off site other recurrence on any day including weekend during the day from week 10 to week 14 and delivered via blended.
"Taught at the Shepparton Festival in 2 weekend blocks"
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oral presentation (equivalent to 800 words) | 20 | 01 | |
| Research essay (1,500 words) | assessment comments for all assignments will be entered in gradebook on LMS | 30 | 03 |
| Writing folio (total of 2,500 words) | assessment comments for all assignments will be entered in gradebook on LMS | 50 | 02 |
Mildura, 2017, Week 26-30, Blended
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Sue Gillett
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 (1,500 words) | assessment comments for all assignments will be entered in gradebook on LMS | 30 | 03 |
| Writing folio (total of 2,500 words) | assessment comments for all assignments will be entered in gradebook on LMS | 50 | 02 |
Mildura, 2017, Week 10-14, Blended
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Sue Gillett
Class requirements
Industry Based Learning-Off SiteWeek: 10 - 14
Five 1.0 days industry based learning-off site other recurrence on any day including weekend during the day from week 10 to week 14 and delivered via blended.
"Taught at the Shepparton Festival in 2 weekend blocks"
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oral presentation (equivalent to 800 words) | 20 | 01 | |
| Research essay (1,500 words) | assessment comments for all assignments will be entered in gradebook on LMS | 30 | 03 |
| Writing folio (total of 2,500 words) | assessment comments for all assignments will be entered in gradebook on LMS | 50 | 02 |
Shepparton, 2017, Week 26-30, Blended
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Sue Gillett
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 (1,500 words) | assessment comments for all assignments will be entered in gradebook on LMS | 30 | 03 |
| Writing folio (total of 2,500 words) | assessment comments for all assignments will be entered in gradebook on LMS | 50 | 02 |
Shepparton, 2017, Week 10-14, Blended
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Sue Gillett
Class requirements
Industry Based Learning-Off SiteWeek: 10 - 14
Five 1.0 days industry based learning-off site other recurrence on any day including weekend during the day from week 10 to week 14 and delivered via blended.
"Taught at the Shepparton Festival in 2 weekend blocks"
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oral presentation (equivalent to 800 words) | 20 | 01 | |
| Research essay (1,500 words) | assessment comments for all assignments will be entered in gradebook on LMS | 30 | 03 |
| Writing folio (total of 2,500 words) | assessment comments for all assignments will be entered in gradebook on LMS | 50 | 02 |