pla5cd community development
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
PLA5CD
2018
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject students will engage with the complex question of how to create positive change at the community level. We discuss examples drawn from areas of health, the economy, gender, urban and rural settings in domestic and international contexts. The course leads students through an investigation of what community development is, how it gets done and who does it, and teaches basic techniques and approaches to practice.
SchoolSchool of Humanities & Social Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorJulie Rudner
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 5 - Masters
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Must be enrolled in HUSS Graduate Diploma or Masters Degree or through subject coordinator's approval.
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjects PLA4CD
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Take back the economy | Recommended | Gibson-Graham, J.K., Cameron, J. and Healy, P. (2013) | Minnesota |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Critical understanding on the central tenants for community development and key debates, especially in relation to how community development programs seek to effect change.
- Activities:
- Lectures, discussions, presentation
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Speaking(Speaking)
- Writing(Writing)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
02. Comprehension of how different community development approaches engage with social, cultural and political concerns.
- Activities:
- Lectures, discussions, presentation, project evaluation
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Ethical & Cultural Awareness(Ethical & Cultural Awareness)
- Writing(Writing)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Speaking(Speaking)
- Life-Long Learning(Life-Long Learning)
03. Familiarity with a range of tools in community development practice with a focus on participatory practice.
- Activities:
- Lectures, discussions, consultation plan
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
- Speaking(Speaking)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Writing(Writing)
04. Evaluate the major debates concerning community development aims, methods, applications, and effectiveness.
- Activities:
- Lectures, discussions, program evaluation, consultation plan
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Speaking(Speaking)
- Writing(Writing)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
Subject options
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Bendigo, 2018, Winter semester, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJulie Rudner
Class requirements
Block ModeWeek: 27 - 28
Three 7.0 hours block mode other recurrence on weekdays during the day from week 27 to week 28 and delivered via blended.
"This class is taught through weekly online engagement and 3 full day block sessions. Block sessions are to be scheduled for Fridays, end of Week 1, Week 3 and Week 5 of Winter Semester. Block classes to be held at Collins St campus if possible."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Presentation (1,000 word equiv) | This assessment will test student comprehension of key concepts in community development, covered in Module 1. | 15 | 01, 04 |
| Program evaluation (1,500 words) | This assessment will provide students with a critical perspective on the practice of community development, building on themes developed in Modules 2 and 3, and skills learned in-class. | 40 | 02, 03 |
| Community consultation plan (2,500 words) | This assessment consolidates the critical learning acquired throughout the subject, and asks students to consider how to apply practical tools and skills learned during in-class sessions. | 45 | 01, 02, 04 |
Melbourne, 2018, Winter semester, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJulie Rudner
Class requirements
Block ModeWeek: 27 - 28
Three 7.0 hours block mode other recurrence on weekdays during the day from week 27 to week 28 and delivered via blended.
"This class is taught through weekly online engagement and 3 full day block sessions. Block sessions are to be scheduled for Fridays, end of Week 1, Week 3 and Week 5 of Winter Semester. Block classes to be held at Collins St campus if possible."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Presentation (1,000 word equiv) | This assessment will test student comprehension of key concepts in community development, covered in Module 1. | 15 | 01, 04 |
| Program evaluation (1,500 words) | This assessment will provide students with a critical perspective on the practice of community development, building on themes developed in Modules 2 and 3, and skills learned in-class. | 40 | 02, 03 |
| Community consultation plan (2,500 words) | This assessment consolidates the critical learning acquired throughout the subject, and asks students to consider how to apply practical tools and skills learned during in-class sessions. | 45 | 01, 02, 04 |