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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.
In this unit students will have an opportunity to develop their knowledge of the contribution of various disciplines to understanding young people in society. The concept of youth is understood differently by various professions, and clarity is needed to enable successful inter-professional collaboration. For this reason, the materials in this unit encourage students to critically analyse a variety of theoretical perspectives so they are able to articulate a theorisation of youth that is coherent and applicable to their present or future work with young people.
Must have passed either YWK1101 or YWK1220.
Unit was previously coded YWK2103, YWK3103, YWK4103.
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Students will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through ECUs LMS
| Joondalup | Mount Lawley | South West (Bunbury) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 13 x 2 hour lecture | Not Offered | Not Offered |
| Semester 1 | 13 x 1 hour tutorial | Not Offered | Not Offered |
For more information see the Semester Timetable
Students will engage in learning experiences through ECUs LMS as well as additional ECU l
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 School Progression Panel.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Reflective Practice | An assignment that integrates knowing, doing and being’ to link theories of youth with youth work practice, as well as personal and professional values. | 50% |
| Test | An open book assessment that tests understanding and application of a variety of theories of youth discussed throughout the unit. | 50% |
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Reflective Practice | An assignment that integrates knowing, doing and being’ to link theories of youth with youth work practice, as well as personal and professional values. | 50% |
| Test | An open book assessment that tests understanding and application of a variety of theories of youth discussed throughout the unit. | 50% |
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.
In this unit students will have an opportunity to develop their knowledge of the contribution of various disciplines to understanding young people in society. The concept of youth is understood differently by various professions, and clarity is needed to enable successful inter-professional collaboration. For this reason, the materials in this unit encourage students to critically analyse a variety of theoretical perspectives so they are able to articulate a theorisation of youth that is coherent and applicable to their present or future work with young people.
Must have passed either YWK1101 or YWK1220.
Unit was previously coded YWK2103, YWK3103, YWK4103.
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Students will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through ECUs LMS
| Joondalup | Mount Lawley | South West (Bunbury) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 13 x 2 hour lecture | Not Offered | Not Offered |
| Semester 1 | 13 x 1 hour tutorial | Not Offered | Not Offered |
For more information see the Semester Timetable
Students will engage in learning experiences through ECUs LMS as well as additional ECU l
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 School Progression Panel.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Reflective Practice | An assignment that integrates knowing, doing and being’ to link theories of youth with youth work practice, as well as personal and professional values. | 50% |
| Test | An open book assessment that tests understanding and application of a variety of theories of youth discussed throughout the unit. | 50% |
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Reflective Practice | An assignment that integrates knowing, doing and being’ to link theories of youth with youth work practice, as well as personal and professional values. | 50% |
| Test | An open book assessment that tests understanding and application of a variety of theories of youth discussed throughout the unit. | 50% |
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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