CLAS 2037 - Athenian Democracy: Reacting to the Past
North Terrace Campus - Semester 2 - 2021
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code CLAS 2037 Course Athenian Democracy: Reacting to the Past Coordinating Unit Classics, Archaeology and Ancient History Term Semester 2 Level Undergraduate Location/s North Terrace Campus Units 3 Contact Up to 3 hours per week Available for Study Abroad and Exchange N Prerequisites At least 12 units of Level I undergraduate study Assumed Knowledge Broad knowledge of the ancient world of Greece & Rome, including basic historical understanding (eg Classical Studies in SACE or introductory CLAS or HIST courses). Without any foundations, pre-reading in consultation with the lecturer may be required. Assessment Essay (1500 words) 30%, Seminar participation 10%, Presentation (800 words) 10%, Group assessment 10%, Exam 40% Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Professor Han Baltussen
Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
1. Interpret the key evidence for Athenian democracy of the fifth and fourth c. BCE 2. Explain the impact of war on social and political life in ancient Athens 3. Relate the development of ancient Greek democracy to the social and political circumstances of modern democracies 4. Use a scholarly approach to and methodology for historical interpretation of all the evidence for this period 5. Articulate and debate their views and show leadership in small-group discussions 6. Deliver coherently and logically argued written material which has a scholarly approach to analysis and presentation of ideas 7. Employ learning technologies relevant to the University’s learning environment 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) Deep discipline knowledge
- informed and infused by cutting edge research, scaffolded throughout their program of studies
- acquired from personal interaction with research active educators, from year 1
- accredited or validated against national or international standards (for relevant programs)
1,2,3 Critical thinking and problem solving
- steeped in research methods and rigor
- based on empirical evidence and the scientific approach to knowledge development
- demonstrated through appropriate and relevant assessment
3,4,6 Teamwork and communication skills
- developed from, with, and via the SGDE
- honed through assessment and practice throughout the program of studies
- encouraged and valued in all aspects of learning
4,5,7 Career and leadership readiness
- technology savvy
- professional and, where relevant, fully accredited
- forward thinking and well informed
- tested and validated by work based experiences
2,5,6,7 Intercultural and ethical competency
- adept at operating in other cultures
- comfortable with different nationalities and social contexts
- able to determine and contribute to desirable social outcomes
- demonstrated by study abroad or with an understanding of indigenous knowledges
1,2,3,5 Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
- a capacity for self-reflection and a willingness to engage in self-appraisal
- open to objective and constructive feedback from supervisors and peers
- able to negotiate difficult social situations, defuse conflict and engage positively in purposeful debate
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Learning Resources
Required Resources
Textbook
Ober, J., N.J. Norman, and M.C. Carnes (eds) The Threshold of Democracy. Athens in 403 B.C. (4th ed., W.W. Norton & Company, New York - London)
Other resources
Additional materials (scripts for role play, slides and handouts) will be provided by tutor before the relevant classes. -
Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
This course uses a well-tested and innovative teaching mode, combining traditional learning with roleplay and re-enactment of historical situations. Students will experience the cut-and-thrust of debate in the Athenian assembly between political parties by using scripted roles (enhanced with their own additional historical research). The course is part of the series Reacting to the Past.Workload
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Learning Activities Summary
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Small Group Discovery Experience
The course makes use of role play and re-enactment, and these activities are preparaed and executed in groups.
The immersive method tries to create a more engaging approach to learning on this important subject. By making the students participate in the process of Athenian debate in the assembly and taking up the roles of various parties involved, the experience of considering the points of view and arguments will offer students a deeper and more lively engagement with the origins and characteristics of western democracy. Lectures will support preparations for the game sessions, and guide the students in their reading of primary sources. While they will be eased into the materials with fully scripted roles, students wil need to research the historical background of the late fifth century on the basis of primary sources. -
Assessment
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Assessment Summary
TASK TASK TYPE WEIGHTING LEARNING OUTCOMES online quiz Formative and Summative 10% 1,2,3,6,7 prepared short speech (800 words) Formative and Summative 10% 1,2,3,4,6,7 Group assessment Formative and Summative 10% 1,2,3,6 short paper (1,400 words) Summative 30% 1,2,3,4,5 long essay (2,000 words) Summative 40% 1,2,3,4,6
N.B. "speech": participation in the roleplay and group assessment is essential in this course format to have a fruitful student experience and obtain the full benefit of the learning outcomes
Assessment Detail
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Submission
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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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