| Assessment |
| Title |
Exam Length |
Weight |
Mode |
No. Words |
| Bulletin Board 1 |
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5%
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| Assessment Notes |
| Online discussion board contribution. |
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| Relates to Learning Outcomes (LO) and
Graduate Attributes (GA) |
| LO: 1-6
GA: 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
| Bulletin Board 2 |
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5%
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| Assessment Notes |
| Online discussion board contribution. |
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| Relates to Learning Outcomes (LO) and
Graduate Attributes (GA) |
| LO: 1-6
GA: 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
| Bulletin Board 3 |
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5%
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| Assessment Notes |
| Online discussion board contribution. |
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| Relates to Learning Outcomes (LO) and
Graduate Attributes (GA) |
| LO: 1-6
GA: 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
| Online Test 1 |
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10%
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| Relates to Learning Outcomes (LO) and
Graduate Attributes (GA) |
| LO: 1-6
GA: 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
| Online Test 2 |
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10%
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| Relates to Learning Outcomes (LO) and
Graduate Attributes (GA) |
| LO: 1-6
GA: 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
| Report |
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65%
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6000 |
| Assessment Notes |
| Research report. |
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| Relates to Learning Outcomes (LO) and
Graduate Attributes (GA) |
| LO: 1-6
GA: 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
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| Learning Outcomes (LO) |
Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to:
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exhibit a high level of appreciation of the historical, social, culural, political and economic contexts of archaeology and archaeological practice;
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exhibit a high level of knowledge of the ethical and legal frameworks for research and professional practice in archaeology;
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demonstrate a high level of understanding of the cultural values and sensitivities of archaeological materials for different cultural groups;
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appreciate the fragile and non-renewable nature of archaeological heritage, and its conservation;
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Identify, discover and recognise the significance of material remains and landscapes in accordance with the principles embodied in the International Council on Monuments and Sites Charters, relevant legislation, and the ehical codes of Australian and international archaeological associations; and
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demonstrate a high level of understanding of the principles and practice of consultation processes relevant to undertaking archaeological research or consulting projects.
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| Graduate Attributes (GA) |
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Attribute |
Taught |
Assessed |
Practised |
| 1 |
Knowledge of a Discipline
Knowledge of advanced concepts and skills underpinning the archaeology discipline and applying these skills in different contexts will be taught through lectures and tutorials. It will be assessed in both written and onliner assessments.
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| 2 |
Communication Skills
Students will be taught communication skills through written feedback on the assignment and participation component of the course. Students will learn valuable communication skills through participation in tutorials. Students will be assessed on the style of writing, clarity of writing, expression and development of ideas, and referencing. Students will practise their communication skills through completing the assessment tasks and online participation.
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| 3 |
Global Perspectives
Students will be taught how archaeology is practised everywhere in the world, and is part of understanding global heritages.
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| 4 |
Information Literacy
Students will be directed to relevant literature and taught how to assess its validity. Students will be assessed on their ability to identify and critically analyse the relevant literature.
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| 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).
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| 6 |
Problem Solving
Students will be assessed on their ability to conceptualise archaeological problems and formulate a range of solutions to both research and presentation. Collect, collate and analyse relevant information to assist problem solving.
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| 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'. This will be assessed and taught through their responses to the assignment questions and discussions in tutorials or online postings.
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| 8 |
Team Work
Students will practise working collaboratively and network effectively to solve problems on the online discussion board taking initiative and leading others in this environment. They will also negotiate and assert their own values and respect the values and contributions of others on the discussion board and in their own essays.
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