CRWR 2012 - Asia-Pacific Conversations

North Terrace Campus - Semester 1 - 2014

In this course we will read work by significant contemporary Asia-Pacific authors and respond interpretatively in discussion and critical and creative writing. Students are introduced to the practice of cross-cultural dialogue and encouraged to contribute to the conversation in their own way, drawing on their own experience, reading and imagination. Issues of mobility, belonging, social change, conflict and personal identity will be explored, with a focus on community storytelling and cultural translation. Workshops will help students to develop their writing skills. The course is aimed at students of English, Creative Writing or Asian Studies.

  • General Course Information
    Course Details
    Course Code CRWR 2012
    Course Asia-Pacific Conversations
    Coordinating Unit English, Creative Writing, and Film
    Term Semester 1
    Level Undergraduate
    Location/s North Terrace Campus
    Units 3
    Contact 3 hours per week
    Prerequisites 12 units of Level I study
    Assumed Knowledge High level of proficiency in reading and writing English
    Course Description In this course we will read work by significant contemporary Asia-Pacific authors and respond interpretatively in discussion and critical and creative writing. Students are introduced to the practice of cross-cultural dialogue and encouraged to contribute to the conversation in their own way, drawing on their own experience, reading and imagination. Issues of mobility, belonging, social change, conflict and personal identity will be explored, with a focus on community storytelling and cultural translation. Workshops will help students to develop their writing skills. The course is aimed at students of English, Creative Writing or Asian Studies.
    Course Staff

    Course Coordinator: Emeritus Professor Nicholas Jose

    Course Timetable

    The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.

  • Learning Outcomes
    Course Learning Outcomes
    1. Discuss a range of contemporary writing by authors from, or writing about, societies in Asia and the Pacific, including Australia and New Zealand.
    2. Understand the themes and issues explored by contemporary Asia-pacific authors, with an understanding of relevant cultural contexts.
    3. Interpret the concept of cultural translation in relation to such writing and through class interaction.
    4. Develop creative and critical responses to such writing, as part of a dialogue or conversation, including with peers.
    5. Produce a creative response in a chosen form, written to professional standards.
    University Graduate Attributes

    This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:

    University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s)
    Knowledge and understanding of the content and techniques of a chosen discipline at advanced levels that are internationally recognised. 1,2
    The ability to locate, analyse, evaluate and synthesise information from a wide variety of sources in a planned and timely manner. 1,2,4
    An ability to apply effective, creative and innovative solutions, both independently and cooperatively, to current and future problems. 3,4,5
    Skills of a high order in interpersonal understanding, teamwork and communication. 3,4
    A proficiency in the appropriate use of contemporary technologies. 2,4,5
    A commitment to continuous learning and the capacity to maintain intellectual curiosity throughout life. 1,2,4
    A commitment to the highest standards of professional endeavour and the ability to take a leadership role in the community. 3,4,5
    An awareness of ethical, social and cultural issues within a global context and their importance in the exercise of professional skills and responsibilities. 1,2,3,4,5
  • Learning Resources
    Required Resources
    Authors may include Aravind Adiga, Gao Xingjian, Ko Un, Haruki Murakami, Beth Yahp, Yu Hua and Alexis Wright. Further details to be announced.
    Recommended Resources
    Further details to be announced.
    Students are encouraged to attend relevant sessions at Adelaide Writers' Week, 1-6 March 2014:
    http://www.adelaidefestival.com.au/2014/writers_week
    Online Learning
    To be announced.

    Students are encouraged to attend relevant sessions at Adelaide Writers' Week, 1-6 March 2014:
    http://www.adelaidefestival.com.au/2014/writers_week
  • Learning & Teaching Activities
    Learning & Teaching Modes
    Teaching and learning modes may include lectures, seminars, workshops and online activities.
    Workload

    The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.

    Students will commit the equivalent of 156 hours per semester to study in this course.
    Learning Activities Summary
      Learning activities may include lectures, face-to-face seminars, writing exercises, peer-led workshops, online activities and other assessment-for-learning tasks.
    Specific Course Requirements
    The course welcomes students of English, Creative Writing and Asian Studies, including international students.
    Small Group Discovery Experience
    The course will include instructor-led and peer-led writing workshops in which students present their creative writing in small groups. It will also include group oral presentations on selected texts.

    Students are encouraged to attend relevant sessions at Adelaide Writers' Week, 1-6 March 2014. http://www.adelaidefestival.com.au/2014/writers_week
  • Assessment

    The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:

    1. Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
    2. Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
    3. Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
    4. Assessment must maintain academic standards.

    Assessment Summary
    1. Weekly writing workshop exercises
    2. 750 word personal essay
    3. Seminar presentation and 750 word book response
    4. 3000 word creative piece
    Assessment Detail

    Further details of assessment to be announced.

    Submission
    Assessment submission is to be undertaken in the form prescribed in any instructions issued for individual assessment items.
    Policies on deadlines and lateness are to be found in the Discipline of English and Creative Writing Policies and Procedures.
    Submission formats may include: in class presentations and/or discussions; online submission of written or other work; completing a quiz.
    Course Grading

    Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:

    M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme)
    Grade Mark Description
    FNS   Fail No Submission
    F 1-49 Fail
    P 50-64 Pass
    C 65-74 Credit
    D 75-84 Distinction
    HD 85-100 High Distinction
    CN   Continuing
    NFE   No Formal Examination
    RP   Result Pending

    Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.

    Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.

    Final results for this course will be made available through Access Adelaide.

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