WORK IN THE 21ST CENTURY

HUS2NGP

2020

Credit points: 15

Subject outline

In this subject we explore the ever-shifting terrain of 21st century work. From big data and artificial intelligence, to the gig economy and the work-life collision, the nature and experience of work is changing rapidly. These wide-ranging socio-economic, cultural and technological changes have sparked debate about what we want the future of work to look like: Should we introduce universal basic income? Are there some jobs we shouldn't allow machines to do? In this subject we consider these questions about the future of work, investigate the current state of work, and look back to better understand the shift from industrial capitalism to a post-industrial society. We also reflect on the idea of vocation, the relationship between work and self-identity, and navigating careers in an era when work pathways are less linear and more 'flexible'.

School: Humanities and Social Sciences (Pre 2022)

Credit points: 15

Subject Co-ordinator: Fabian Cannizzo

Available to Study Abroad/Exchange Students: Yes

Subject year level: Year Level 2 - UG

Exchange Students: No

Available as Elective: No

Learning Activities: N/A

Capstone subject: No

Subject particulars

Subject rules

Prerequisites: 45 credit points of Level 1 subjects

Co-requisites: N/A

Incompatible subjects: N/A

Equivalent subjects: N/A

Quota Management Strategy: N/A

Quota-conditions or rules: N/A

Special conditions: N/A

Minimum credit point requirement: N/A

Assumed knowledge: N/A

Career Ready

Career-focused: No

Work-based learning: No

Self sourced or Uni sourced: N/A

Entire subject or partial subject: N/A

Total hours/days required: N/A

Location of WBL activity (region): N/A

WBL addtional requirements: N/A

Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes

Graduate Capabilities

COMMUNICATION - Communicating and Influencing

COMMUNICATION - Cultural Intelligence and Global Perspective

DISCIPLINE KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

INQUIRY AND ANALYSIS - Creativity and Innovation

INQUIRY AND ANALYSIS - Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

INQUIRY AND ANALYSIS - Research and Evidence-Based Inquiry

PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL - Adaptability and Self-Management

PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL - Ethical and Social Responsibility

PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL - Leadership and Teamwork

Intended Learning Outcomes

01. Identify some of the key characteristics of 21st century work

02. Critically analyse a representation of work in the 21st century

03. Communicate effectively in a small group setting

04. Write a clearly structured, well-researched and well-presented essay

05. Demonstrate use of appropriate academic citation and referencing protocols

Albury-Wodonga, 2020, Semester 1, Blended

Overview

Online enrolment: Yes

Maximum enrolment size: N/A

Enrolment information: N/A

Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Fabian Cannizzo

Class requirements

Collaborative Based LearningWeek: 10 - 21
One 1.00 hour collaborative based learning per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 21 and delivered via face-to-face.

LectureWeek: 10 - 21
One 1.00 hour lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 21 and delivered via online.

Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 10 - 21
One 1.00 hour unscheduled online class per week on any day including weekend during the day from week 10 to week 21 and delivered via online.

Assessments

Assessment element	Comments	Category	Contribution	Hurdle	%	ILO*
Research Essay (2000 words)	N/A	N/A	N/A	No	50	SILO1, SILO4, SILO5
Class Presentation (1000 words equivalent)	N/A	N/A	N/A	No	25	SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5
Online activities (1000 words equivalent)	N/A	N/A	N/A	No	25	SILO1, SILO2, SILO5

Bendigo, 2020, Semester 1, Blended

Overview

Online enrolment: Yes

Maximum enrolment size: N/A

Enrolment information: N/A

Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Fabian Cannizzo

Class requirements

Collaborative Based LearningWeek: 10 - 21
One 1.00 hour collaborative based learning per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 21 and delivered via face-to-face.

LectureWeek: 10 - 21
One 1.00 hour lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 21 and delivered via online.

Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 10 - 21
One 1.00 hour unscheduled online class per week on any day including weekend during the day from week 10 to week 21 and delivered via online.

Assessments

Assessment element	Comments	Category	Contribution	Hurdle	%	ILO*
Research Essay (2000 words)	N/A	N/A	N/A	No	50	SILO1, SILO4, SILO5
Class Presentation (1000 words equivalent)	N/A	N/A	N/A	No	25	SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5
Online activities (1000 words equivalent)	N/A	N/A	N/A	No	25	SILO1, SILO2, SILO5

Melbourne (Bundoora), 2020, Semester 1, Blended

Overview

Online enrolment: Yes

Maximum enrolment size: N/A

Enrolment information: N/A

Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Fabian Cannizzo

Class requirements

Collaborative Based LearningWeek: 10 - 21
One 1.00 hour collaborative based learning per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 21 and delivered via face-to-face.

LectureWeek: 10 - 21
One 1.00 hour lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 21 and delivered via online.

Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 10 - 21
One 1.00 hour unscheduled online class per week on any day including weekend during the day from week 10 to week 21 and delivered via online.

Assessments

Assessment element	Comments	Category	Contribution	Hurdle	%	ILO*
Research Essay (2000 words)	N/A	N/A	N/A	No	50	SILO1, SILO4, SILO5
Class Presentation (1000 words equivalent)	N/A	N/A	N/A	No	25	SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5
Online activities (1000 words equivalent)	N/A	N/A	N/A	No	25	SILO1, SILO2, SILO5

Mildura, 2020, Semester 1, Blended

Overview

Online enrolment: Yes

Maximum enrolment size: N/A

Enrolment information: N/A

Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Fabian Cannizzo

Class requirements

Collaborative Based LearningWeek: 10 - 21
One 1.00 hour collaborative based learning per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 21 and delivered via face-to-face.

LectureWeek: 10 - 21
One 1.00 hour lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 21 and delivered via online.

Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 10 - 21
One 1.00 hour unscheduled online class per week on any day including weekend during the day from week 10 to week 21 and delivered via online.

Assessments

Assessment element	Comments	Category	Contribution	Hurdle	%	ILO*
Research Essay (2000 words)	N/A	N/A	N/A	No	50	SILO1, SILO4, SILO5
Class Presentation (1000 words equivalent)	N/A	N/A	N/A	No	25	SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5
Online activities (1000 words equivalent)	N/A	N/A	N/A	No	25	SILO1, SILO2, SILO5

Shepparton, 2020, Semester 1, Blended

Overview

Online enrolment: Yes

Maximum enrolment size: N/A

Enrolment information: N/A

Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Fabian Cannizzo

Class requirements

Collaborative Based LearningWeek: 10 - 21
One 1.00 hour collaborative based learning per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 21 and delivered via face-to-face.

LectureWeek: 10 - 21
One 1.00 hour lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 21 and delivered via online.

Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 10 - 21
One 1.00 hour unscheduled online class per week on any day including weekend during the day from week 10 to week 21 and delivered via online.

Assessments

Assessment element	Comments	Category	Contribution	Hurdle	%	ILO*
Research Essay (2000 words)	N/A	N/A	N/A	No	50	SILO1, SILO4, SILO5
Class Presentation (1000 words equivalent)	N/A	N/A	N/A	No	25	SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5
Online activities (1000 words equivalent)	N/A	N/A	N/A	No	25	SILO1, SILO2, SILO5