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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
This unit provides an introduction to the context, theory, process and practice of economic development planning. Economic concepts help planners understand patterns and processes relating to population, income, employment and business opportunities in a local or regional economy, and to identify directions of planning action. Students will gain a strong theoretical understanding of the economic theory underpinning planning for urban and regional development.
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
This unit is conducted in the on-campus mode and has a weekly three-hour seminar. The teaching/learning/assessment design is authentic. Authentic learning situates learning in a realistic setting (insofar as this is possible in a university setting). The key for authentic learning is that assessment creates the curriculum and the need for students to get there. The assessment is based on a realistic scenario; takes place over an extended period of time and may be problematic (you will have a number of issues to think through).
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Assignment | Analytical techniques | 10% |
| Assignment | Local performance | 10% |
| Assignment | Strategies and plans | 20% |
| Examination | Examination | 60% |
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
This unit provides an introduction to the context, theory, process and practice of economic development planning. Economic concepts help planners understand patterns and processes relating to population, income, employment and business opportunities in a local or regional economy, and to identify directions of planning action. Students will gain a strong theoretical understanding of the economic theory underpinning planning for urban and regional development.
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
On-campus mode students attend a weekly three-hour seminar. The teaching/learning/assessment design is authentic. Authentic learning situates learning in a realistic setting (insofar as this is possible in a university setting). The key for authentic learning is that assessment creates the curriculum and the need for students to get there. The assessment is based on a realistic scenario; takes place over an extended period of time and may be problematic (you will have a number of issues to think through). Online students will access the program Blackboard. Regular internet access is required. Students are expected to contribute to online discussion forums.
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Assignment | Analytical techniques | 10% |
| Assignment | Local performance | 10% |
| Assignment | Strategies and plans | 20% |
| Examination | Examination | 60% |
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Assignment | Analytical techniques | 10% |
| Assignment | Local performance | 10% |
| Assignment | Strategies and plans | 20% |
| Examination | Examination | 60% |
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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