301436 (v.2) Indigenous Community Development 101
| Area: | Centre for Aboriginal Studies |
| Credits: | 25.0 |
| Contact Hours: | 2.0 |
| Other: | 1 x 2 Hours Weekly |
| Equivalent(s): | 302734 (v.2) ABC12 Indigenous Community Management
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| Syllabus: | Introduction to community development in Indigenous contexts. Exploration of definitions, principles and some techniques of the practice of community development. Emphasis on the constraints and enablers of practising community development in Indigenous contexts. |
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| Unit Outcomes: | On successful completion of this unit, students will have- Possessed an understanding of community development principles and how they are applied in Indigenous contexts. Possessed a working knowledge of community development practices and an appreciation of the various constraints and enablers to community development, in Indigenous contexts. Identified strategies and techniques for practising community development in Indigenous Contexts |
| Text and references listed above are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information. |
| Unit References: | Ife, J., (1995). Community Development: Creating Community Alternatives- visions, analysis and practice. Melbourne: Longman. Kenny, S., (1994). Developing Communities for the Future: Community Development in Australia. Melbourne: Thomas Nelson |
| Unit Texts: | Centre for Aboriginal Studies. Aboriginal Community Management and Development Workbook and Readings. First Year. Perth, Curtin University. |
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| Unit Assessment Breakdown: | Weekly assignments (10), 100%. This is by Grade/Mark Assessment |
Current as of: February 2, 2004
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