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EDUF3026: Global Perspectives, Poverty and Education

Semester 2, 2021 [Normal day] - Remote

In this unit we explore relationships between education, poverty and international development in multi-level contexts. It acknowledges the importance of a broad view of concepts and practices of 'international development', including economic, political, and cultural dimensions. We examine poverty and education and explore educational implications of global social policies Education for all, the Millennium and Sustainable Development Goals. We investigate multiple actors in global development and the politics of aid. Using case studies of specific contexts we locate key issues and explore understandings of how related reforms are experienced and contested locally, regionally and nationally.

Unit details and rules

Academic unit Education
Credit points 6
Prerequisites
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42 credit points of units
Corequisites
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None
Prohibitions
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None
Assumed knowledge
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None

Available to study abroad and exchange students

Yes

Teaching staff

Coordinator Alexandra McCormick, alexandra.mccormick@sydney.edu.au
Type Description Weight Due Length
Assignment Policy brief
n/a
30% - 2500 words
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO3 LO5 LO6
Presentation group assignment Leadership of a workshop
n/a
30% Multiple weeks 1250 words
Outcomes assessed: LO2 LO6 LO4 LO3
Small continuous assessment Tutorial participation and posting
n/a
40% Ongoing 2250 words
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO5 LO4 LO3 LO2
Group assignment with individually assessed component = group assignment with individually assessed component ?

Assessment summary

  • Paired leadership of a workshop: Students will give a 20 minute presentation – including interactive activity and discussion – to their workshop class which identifies key issues on the assigned topic, and demonstrates a clear and critical understanding of the material presented, with a capacity to motivate and engage the workshop group. An individual 1250-word reflection must be submitted after the presentation.
  • For a full summary of requirements see the assignment description in Canvas. One week ahead of your presentation, you will be required to give a 2 minute 'preview' to prepare students for the following week. You may ask the class to look at something ahead of the class, or provide a prompt question for them to consider.
  • Policy brief: A policy brief of 2500 words is to be submitted online via Canvas.
  • Online tutorial participation / posting: Posts and responses to three weekly prompts, based on your close reading of the assigned texts. Due in weeks 2, 4 and 6 (total 2250 words, over 3 weeks).

Detailed information for each assessment can be found on Canvas.

Assessment criteria

The University awards common result grades, set out in the Coursework Policy 2014 (Schedule 1).

As a general guide, a high distinction indicates work of an exceptional standard, a distinction a very high standard, a credit a good standard, and a pass an acceptable standard.

Result Name

Mark Range

Basic Description (see rubrics in Canvas)

HD

85-100

Awarded when you demonstrate the learning outcomes for the unit at an exceptional standard

D

75-84

Awarded when you demonstrate the learning outcomes for the unit at a very high standard

C

65-74

Awarded when you demonstrate the learning outcomes for the unit at a good standard

P

50-64

Awarded when you demonstrate the learning outcomes for the unit at an acceptable standard

F

0-50

When you don’t meet the learning outcomes of the unit to a satisfactory standard.

AF

N/A

When you haven’t completed all assessment tasks or met the attendance requirements, and do not meet the learning outcomes of the unit.

For more information see guide to grades.

Late submission

In accordance with University policy, these penalties apply when written work is submitted after 11:59pm on the due date:

  • Deduction of 5% of the maximum mark for each calendar day after the due date.
  • After ten calendar days late, a mark of zero will be awarded.

Academic integrity

The Current Student website provides information on academic integrity and the resources available to all students. The University expects students and staff to act ethically and honestly and will treat all allegations of academic integrity breaches seriously.

We use similarity detection software to detect potential instances of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breach. If such matches indicate evidence of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breaches, your teacher is required to report your work for further investigation.

Use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) and automated writing tools

You may only use generative AI and automated writing tools in assessment tasks if you are permitted to by your unit coordinator. If you do use these tools, you must acknowledge this in your work, either in a footnote or an acknowledgement section. The assessment instructions or unit outline will give guidance of the types of tools that are permitted and how the tools should be used.

Your final submitted work must be your own, original work. You must acknowledge any use of generative AI tools that have been used in the assessment, and any material that forms part of your submission must be appropriately referenced. For guidance on how to acknowledge the use of AI, please refer to the AI in Education Canvas site.

The unapproved use of these tools or unacknowledged use will be considered a breach of the Academic Integrity Policy and penalties may apply.

Studiosity is permitted unless otherwise indicated by the unit coordinator. The use of this service must be acknowledged in your submission as detailed on the Learning Hub’s Canvas page.

Outside assessment tasks, generative AI tools may be used to support your learning. The AI in Education Canvas site contains a number of productive ways that students are using AI to improve their learning.

Simple extensions

If you encounter a problem submitting your work on time, you may be able to apply for an extension of five calendar days through a simple extension.  The application process will be different depending on the type of assessment and extensions cannot be granted for some assessment types like exams.

Special consideration

If exceptional circumstances mean you can’t complete an assessment, you need consideration for a longer period of time, or if you have essential commitments which impact your performance in an assessment, you may be eligible for special consideration or special arrangements.

Special consideration applications will not be affected by a simple extension application.

Using AI responsibly

Co-created with students, AI in Education includes lots of helpful examples of how students use generative AI tools to support their learning. It explains how generative AI works, the different tools available and how to use them responsibly and productively.

WK Topic Learning activity Learning outcomes
Week 01 Introduction: "Are we all 'developing' countries now?" Education, globalisation and international development Lecture and tutorial (3 hr) LO1 LO4 LO5
Week 02 Conceptualising International Development Lecture and tutorial (4 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 03 Global partnerships and policies: equity and education for all Lecture and tutorial (3 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 04 Global challenges, local voices and the role of the region in Oceania Lecture and tutorial (4 hr) LO3 LO4 LO5
Week 05 Education and environment: culture, economics and politics Lecture and tutorial (3 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 06 Global Movements and Teacher Education Lecture and tutorial (4 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
Week 07 Summarising Global Issues in Education: Diversity and Australian Contexts Lecture and tutorial (3 hr)  

Attendance and class requirements

  • Attendance: According to Faculty Board Resolutions, students in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences are expected to attend 90% of their classes. If you attend less than 50% of classes, regardless of the reasons, you may be referred to the Examiner’s Board. The Examiner’s Board will decide whether you should pass or fail the unit of study if your attendance falls below this threshold.

  • Lecture recording: Most lectures (in recording-equipped venues) will be recorded and may be made available to students on the LMS. However, you should not rely on lecture recording to substitute your classroom learning experience.

  • Preparation: Students should commit to spend approximately three hours’ preparation time (reading, studying, essays, etc.) for every hour of scheduled instruction.

Study commitment

Typically, there is a minimum expectation of 1.5-2 hours of student effort per week per credit point for units of study offered over a full semester. For a 6 credit point unit, this equates to roughly 120-150 hours of student effort in total.

Required readings

See the unit calendar and all materials in Canvas

Learning outcomes are what students know, understand and are able to do on completion of a unit of study. They are aligned with the University's graduate qualities and are assessed as part of the curriculum.

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

  • LO1. understand major global educational forces impacting on developing countries
  • LO2. apply knowledge of major models of national development and their implications for educational theory, policy and practice
  • LO3. apply this knowledge base to a range of policy issues of current concern in many countries internationally
  • LO4. gain critical understanding of the functions of formal schooling and non-formal education, including early childhood care and education, in countries identified as 'developing'
  • LO5. understand Australia’s international relations in education and major multilateral organisations working in education, and appreciate the potential role of course unit graduates in professional and academic work in international and development education
  • LO6. demonstrate application of the above skills to: advanced academic research in both individual and group tasks; bibliographic searches of high relevance to content; and advanced academic writing skills.

Graduate qualities

The graduate qualities are the qualities and skills that all University of Sydney graduates must demonstrate on successful completion of an award course. As a future Sydney graduate, the set of qualities have been designed to equip you for the contemporary world.

GQ1 Depth of disciplinary expertise

Deep disciplinary expertise is the ability to integrate and rigorously apply knowledge, understanding and skills of a recognised discipline defined by scholarly activity, as well as familiarity with evolving practice of the discipline.

GQ2 Critical thinking and problem solving

Critical thinking and problem solving are the questioning of ideas, evidence and assumptions in order to propose and evaluate hypotheses or alternative arguments before formulating a conclusion or a solution to an identified problem.

GQ3 Oral and written communication

Effective communication, in both oral and written form, is the clear exchange of meaning in a manner that is appropriate to audience and context.

GQ4 Information and digital literacy

Information and digital literacy is the ability to locate, interpret, evaluate, manage, adapt, integrate, create and convey information using appropriate resources, tools and strategies.

GQ5 Inventiveness

Generating novel ideas and solutions.

GQ6 Cultural competence

Cultural Competence is the ability to actively, ethically, respectfully, and successfully engage across and between cultures. In the Australian context, this includes and celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, knowledge systems, and a mature understanding of contemporary issues.

GQ7 Interdisciplinary effectiveness

Interdisciplinary effectiveness is the integration and synthesis of multiple viewpoints and practices, working effectively across disciplinary boundaries.

GQ8 Integrated professional, ethical, and personal identity

An integrated professional, ethical and personal identity is understanding the interaction between one’s personal and professional selves in an ethical context.

GQ9 Influence

Engaging others in a process, idea or vision.

Outcome map

Learning outcomes Graduate qualities
GQ1 GQ2 GQ3 GQ4 GQ5 GQ6 GQ7 GQ8 GQ9

This section outlines changes made to this unit following staff and student reviews.

The assessments and learning activities have been modified.

See Canvas for more information.

Additional costs

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Site visit guidelines

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Work, health and safety

There are no specific WHS requirements for this unit.

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