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Aboriginal Perspectives on the Environment (ACS2122)
Semester 2 / 2013

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Description

This unit investigates ecological explanations of cultural diversity, differing notions of sustainable development, and the ecological and spiritual interrelationship integral to Indigenous cultures. Students study traditional and contemporary Indigenous relations with the environment, paying particular attention to spirituality, fire and land management, analyse the convergences and divergences between Indigenous environmental perspectives and the environment movement, and explore current issues and artforms linking Aboriginal people and the environment.

Assessment

On-Campus assessment

Minor essay 30%

Major essay 40%

Examination 30%


Online Assessment

Minor essay 30%

Major essay 40%

Examination 30%

Other Details

The unit ACS2122 is taught concurrently with ACS4101.

Offered in: 2009, 2011, 2012
Current Campus: Joondalup, External
Levels: Undergraduate
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