Theoretical Frameworks

This subject has the following teaching availabilities in 2012:

240 hours including research, reading and assignment preparation.

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This subject entails the comprehensive exploration of theoretical, historical and philosophical frameworks within which CCD practice is located. Classes will examine the subject's emphasis on the history, philosophy and contemporary contexts of CCD practice; principles of community development; concepts of culture, identity, community and diversity; as well as investigating the role of the artist in CCD.
The program of enquiry will also incorporate
• concepts of culture and creativity, and the diversity of contexts for community based arts;
• concepts of community, such as communities of location, commitment and interest to emergent communities, such as those on-line.
This subject will explore the diversity of arts practice for community cultural development, both nationally and internationally.

On completion of this subject the student will:

• display an ability for intellectual discourse;
• confidently communicate verbal and written skills;
• exhibit the skills to interpret, analyse and problem solve;
• demonstrate an understanding of community cultural development theoretical frameworks, philosophy, history and practice;
• present a developed knowledge of the creative processes within community based arts practice;
• express community cultural development theory and practice in an accessible form at community level, through both written and oral methods;
• demonstrate leadership and mentor skills.

Contribution and participation in seminar discussions (10%); written assignment 4000 words (50%) due in examination period with feedback from individual supervisor during the semester; intellectual journal 4000 words (40%) due in examination period.

Hurdle requirements:
Students must attend 80% of all scheduled classes and attempt all elements of assessment to be eligible for a pass in this subject.

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This subject is not available as a breadth subject.

On completion of this subject the student will:

• display an ability for intellectual discourse;
• confidently communicate verbal and written skills;
• exhibit the skills to interpret, analyse and problem solve;
• demonstrate an understanding of community cultural development theoretical frameworks, philosophy, history and practice;
• present a developed knowledge of the creative processes within community based arts practice;
• express community cultural development theory and practice in an accessible form at community level, through both written and oral methods;
• demonstrate leadership and mentor skills.