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PEAC373 States of Disarray: Social Effects of Globalisation

Updated: 30 March 2010
Credit Points 6
Offering
Responsible Campus Teaching Period Mode of Study Online Level
Armidale Semester 2 Off Campus C - Internet access required
Intensive School(s) None
Supervised Exam There is no UNE Supervised Examination.
Pre-requisites any 12cp or candidature in a postgraduate award
Co-requisites None
Restrictions EDST373 or EDST473 or PDPS373 or PDPS473 or PEAC573
Notes None
Combined Units PEAC573 - States of Disarray: Social Effects of Globalisation
Coordinator(s) Marty Branagan (marty.branagan@une.edu.au)
Unit Description

This unit examines contemporary global issues from a social science perspective focusing on the context of globalisation and its influences on society. It relates global issues to the multiplicity of armed conflicts that occur inside and between states across the globe including in the Asia Pacific region among Australia's neighbours. The unit focuses on understanding empirical trends from a perspective which delivers a comprehension of global issues that affect societies involved in armed conflicts and attempting to improve international and local peace and security. The unit encompasses issues relating to globalisation, development, equitable global economic and political relations, social displacement, and global security. It also examines interventions in war-torn societies by the international community via multilateral routes involving the United Nations and its mandates or regional organizations, such as NATO and the African Union, as compared with direct bilateral interventions or ad hoc 'coalitions of the willing'.
Prescribed Material
Mandatory 		Text(s):

Note: Students are expected to purchase prescribed material

Introducing Global Issues
ISBN: 9781588265593
Snarr, M.T. and Snarr, D.L. (eds), Lynne Rienner 4th ed. 2008
Text refers to: Semester 2 , Off Campus
Disclaimer Unit information may be subject to change prior to commencement of the teaching period.
Assessment
Title Exam Length Weight Mode No. Words
Assignment 1 40% 2000
Relates to Learning Outcomes (LO) and Graduate Attributes (GA)
LO: 1-3 GA: 1, 2, 4-6
Assignment 2 60% 3000
Relates to Learning Outcomes (LO) and Graduate Attributes (GA)
LO: 1-3 GA: 1, 2, 4-6
Bulletin Board 0%
Assessment Notes
Contribution to online discussion is encouraged.
Relates to Learning Outcomes (LO) and Graduate Attributes (GA)
LO: 1-3 GA:1-8

Learning Outcomes (LO) Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to:
  1. identify the changes that have occurred through the process of globalisation;
  2. analyse the effects of these changes on the social infrastructure of Australia's neighbours and other nations around the world;
  3. better understand the processes of sustainable and equitable development.

Graduate Attributes (GA)
Attribute Taught Assessed Practised
1 Knowledge of a Discipline
Knowledge of the peace studies discipline, specific to this unit, is taught on an external basis by using the online Blackboard facility where essential materials are accessed. The unit is assessed through two written assignments. 		True True
2 Communication Skills
Students will be taught communication skills through written and oral feedback on the assignments and participation component of the unit. Students will be assessed on the style of writing, clarity of writing, expression and development of ideas, and referencing. Students will practice their communication skills through their online discussions and completing the assessment tasks (written through essays). 		True True True
3 Global Perspectives
Students will be taught how reconciliation and restorative justice is promoted in deeply divided societies. They will analyse and evaluate reconciliation and justice processes in different areas of the world and will be expected to write an applied analysis of the processes undergone in one specific country. 		True
4 Information Literacy
Students will be taught, and directed, to relevant literature and how to assess its validity. Students will be assessed (through the essays) on their ability to identify relevant literature, and on their ability to critically analyse the literature. 		True True
5 Life-Long Learning
Through completing the assessments, students will be provided with the necessary lifelong skills to be able to research, write and discuss social issues. These skills can be transferred to any discipline, and will be useful in any research positions. These attributes will be assessed in all of the assessments (written skills; analytical skills). In addition, students who participate in the online discussions will be provided with the skills to debate contentious topics and develop their understanding of a topic through group activities. 		True True
6 Problem Solving
Students will be assessed on their ability to deconstruct the essay question and to integrate theory and literature into their answer. Students will need to work out how to address the question and where the most appropriate material is to answer the question. Students are also taught conflict resolution skills. 		True
7 Social Responsibility
Students will be taught about their professional responsibilities as a researcher to provide balanced and accurate research. In addition, students will be taught that they have a social responsibility to question and challenge some 'facts' and understanding the importance of understanding the dynamics of conflict. This will be assessed and taught through their responses to the essay, exam questions and discussions in tutorials or online postings. In addition, students acknowledge the social and ethical implications of their actions. 		True True
8 Team Work
Students will practice their teamwork skills through participating in online discussion postings and exploring hour conflict is managed and the peace building process. They will be required to discuss the weekly topics with their fellow students in a thoughtful and respectful manner (practice). 		True
   

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