CQUniversity Unit Profile
SOWK14004 Reconciliation in the Workplace and Community
Reconciliation in the Workplace and Community
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General Information

Overview

The purpose of this unit is to further develop understanding and application of the concept of reconciliation in various context, including workplaces and communities. The unit examines discourses and case studies about reconciliation. Experiential learning will be used to explore competing views on reconciliation and its continuing relevance to society. The unit is mandatory for students enrolled in the Bachelor of Social Work course

Details

Career Level: Undergraduate
Unit Level: Level 3
Credit Points: 6
Student Contribution Band: 10
Fraction of Full-Time Student Load: 0.125

Pre-requisites or Co-requisites

SOWK11015 Professional Communication in Human Services OR (SOWK11012 Introduction to Social Work A AND SOWK11013 Introduction to Social Work B).

Important note: Students enrolled in a subsequent unit who failed their pre-requisite unit, should drop the subsequent unit before the census date or within 10 working days of Fail grade notification. Students who do not drop the unit in this timeframe cannot later drop the unit without academic and financial liability. See details in the Assessment Policy and Procedure (Higher Education Coursework).

Offerings For Term 1 - 2022

No offerings for SOWK14004

Attendance Requirements

All on-campus students are expected to attend scheduled classes – in some units, these classes are identified as a mandatory (pass/fail) component and attendance is compulsory. International students, on a student visa, must maintain a full time study load and meet both attendance and academic progress requirements in each study period (satisfactory attendance for International students is defined as maintaining at least an 80% attendance record).

Class and Assessment Overview

Recommended Student Time Commitment

Each 6-credit Undergraduate unit at CQUniversity requires an overall time commitment of an average of 12.5 hours of study per week, making a total of 150 hours for the unit.

Class Timetable

Bundaberg, Cairns, Emerald, Gladstone, Mackay, Rockhampton, Townsville
Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney

Assessment Overview

1. Group Discussion
Weighting: 25%
2. Portfolio
Weighting: 35%
3. Written Assessment
Weighting: 40%

Assessment Grading

This is a graded unit: your overall grade will be calculated from the marks or grades for each assessment task, based on the relative weightings shown in the table above. You must obtain an overall mark for the unit of at least 50%, or an overall grade of ‘pass’ in order to pass the unit. If any ‘pass/fail’ tasks are shown in the table above they must also be completed successfully (‘pass’ grade). You must also meet any minimum mark requirements specified for a particular assessment task, as detailed in the ‘assessment task’ section (note that in some instances, the minimum mark for a task may be greater than 50%). Consult the University’s Grades and Results Policy for more details of interim results and final grades.

Previous Student Feedback

Feedback, Recommendations and Responses

Every unit is reviewed for enhancement each year. At the most recent review, the following staff and student feedback items were identified and recommendations were made.

Feedback from Unit Evaluation

Feedback

Time management could be improved.

Recommendation

Review assessment due date and requirements, along with weekly readings and activities to support students in their weekly learning and assignment preparation.

Feedback from Unit Evaluation

Feedback

Interactive discussions with other students and Zoom sessions on upcoming assessments were enjoyed.

Recommendation

The Unit Coordinator will continue to deliver unit content and support students' engagement and learning throughout the term.

Unit Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
  1. Explain the concept of reconciliation in the context of the Australian community and workplace.
  2. Discuss the issues associated with reconciliation in the Australian context including how current debate affects workplace relations.
  3. Apply reconciliation principles to policies in the workplace and community.
  4. Develop skills and knowledge as to how to engage with people from different cultures in the workplace and community with a view to promoting reconciliation.
Alignment of Learning Outcomes, Assessment and Graduate Attributes
N/A Level
Introductory Level
Intermediate Level
Graduate Level
Professional Level
Advanced Level

Alignment of Assessment Tasks to Learning Outcomes

Assessment Tasks Learning Outcomes
1 2 3 4
1 - Group Discussion - 25%
2 - Portfolio - 35%
3 - Written Assessment - 40%

Alignment of Graduate Attributes to Learning Outcomes

Graduate Attributes Learning Outcomes
1 2 3 4
1 - Communication
2 - Problem Solving
3 - Critical Thinking
4 - Information Literacy
5 - Team Work
6 - Information Technology Competence
7 - Cross Cultural Competence
8 - Ethical practice
9 - Social Innovation
10 - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultures

Alignment of Assessment Tasks to Graduate Attributes

Assessment Tasks Graduate Attributes
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
1 - Group Discussion - 25%
2 - Portfolio - 35%
3 - Written Assessment - 40%
Textbooks and Resources

Textbooks

There are no required textbooks.

IT Resources

You will need access to the following IT resources:
  • CQUniversity Student Email
  • Internet
  • Unit Website (Moodle)
  • ZOOM
Referencing Style

All submissions for this unit must use the referencing style: Harvard (author-date)

For further information, see the Assessment Tasks.

Teaching Contacts
Jan Pascal Unit Coordinator
j.pascal@cqu.edu.au
Shirley Ledger Unit Coordinator
s.ledger@cqu.edu.au
Yaleela Savage-Torrens Unit Coordinator
y.savage-torrens@cqu.edu.au
Schedule
Week 1 Begin Date: 07 Mar 2022

Module/Topic

Module 1:What is Reconciliation?

Introduction to the unit and Moodle site. Understand the unit learning outcomes; assessment items and criteria; and participation in group discussion forums.

Chapter

Please access the readings through the eReading List on the Moodle site.

There is no set textbook for this unit.

Events and Submissions/Topic

Read, learn and understand the Appropriate Terminology and Welcome and Acknowledgement of Country protocol documents.

Week 2 Begin Date: 14 Mar 2022

Module/Topic

Module 2: What is reconciliation and why have it?

An analysis of Reconciliation achievements so far including the role and objectives of Reconciliation across all levels of government and its impacts on the Australian community. 

Chapter

Please access the readings through the eReading List on the Moodle site.

There is no set textbook for this unit.

Events and Submissions/Topic

ONLINE FORUM 1 - DUE

Week 3 Begin Date: 21 Mar 2022

Module/Topic

Module 3: From protection to reconciliation and workplace legislation

Understanding the legislative mechanisms preceding the Reconciliation movement and exploring the implications of legislative protection on the birth of the self-determination for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. 

Chapter

Please access the readings through the eReading List on the Moodle site.

There is no set textbook for this unit.

Events and Submissions/Topic

ONLINE FORUM 2 - DUE

Week 4 Begin Date: 28 Mar 2022

Module/Topic

Module 4: Diversity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island cultures and communities

A critical exploration into the diversity and cultural richness of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and communities, requiring students to interrogate their personal attitudes, beliefs and views of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Chapter

Please access the readings through the eReading List on the Moodle site.

There is no set textbook for this unit.

Events and Submissions/Topic

ONLINE FORUM 3 - DUE

Week 5 Begin Date: 04 Apr 2022

Module/Topic

Module 5: Confronting stereotypes at home, at play and at the workplace

To understand the functions of stereotypes and how they have, and continue to, work to shape contemporary identities and relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. 

Chapter

Please access the readings through the eReading List on the Moodle site.

There is no set textbook for this unit.

Events and Submissions/Topic

ONLINE FORM 4 - DUE

Vacation Week Begin Date: 11 Apr 2022

Module/Topic

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Week 6 Begin Date: 18 Apr 2022

Module/Topic

Module 6: Reconciliation in government, governance and policy

An analysis of the presence of a neoliberal governance system and its impact on the existential functions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as sovereign people. 

Chapter

Please access the readings through the eReading List on the Moodle site.

There is no set textbook for this unit.

Events and Submissions/Topic

Discussing Reconciliation (Online forum discussion & final summary) (25%) (1500 words) Due: Week 6 Friday (22 Apr 2022) 6:00 pm AEST
Week 7 Begin Date: 25 Apr 2022

Module/Topic

Module 7: Reconciliation in community and organisations

Understanding and analysing the discourse used  within organisations and community-based governance protocols in reference to Reconciliation and challenges associated. This module incorporates the practice of social welfare / Social Work within Indigenous landscapes. 

Chapter

Please access the readings through the eReading List on the Moodle site.

There is no set textbook for this unit.

Events and Submissions/Topic

Week 8 Begin Date: 02 May 2022

Module/Topic

Module 8: Reconciliation in the family

Explores implications of historical and contemporary policies and practices that have contributed to the over-representation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the Child Protection, Criminal Justice and Youth Justice systems. 

Chapter

Please access the readings through the eReading List on the Moodle site.

There is no set textbook for this unit.

Events and Submissions/Topic

Week 9 Begin Date: 09 May 2022

Module/Topic

Module 9: Social Policy: case study

Explores the definition of social policy and analyses how contemporary social policy has influenced the use of imperialistic practices on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in order to assimilate to Western lifestyle. 

Chapter

Please access the readings through the eReading List on the Moodle site.

There is no set textbook for this unit.

Events and Submissions/Topic

Reconciliation Activity (35%) (1500 words) Due: Week 9 Friday (13 May 2022) 6:00 pm AEST
Week 10 Begin Date: 16 May 2022

Module/Topic

Module 10: Community and organisations: case study

Develops students understanding of the processes and considerations involved in creating and facilitating Reconciliation activities within organisations and communities. This module specifically focuses on community-based Reconciliation campaigns. 

Chapter

Please access the readings through the eReading List on the Moodle site.

There is no set textbook for this unit.

Events and Submissions/Topic

Week 11 Begin Date: 23 May 2022

Module/Topic

Module 11: Family: case study

Incorporating the content from week 8, this module deepens the understanding of the impact of assimilationist policies and practices and it's impact on the over-representation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families within the Child Protection systems. 

Chapter

Please access the readings through the eReading List on the Moodle site.

There is no set textbook for this unit.

Events and Submissions/Topic

Week 12 Begin Date: 30 May 2022

Module/Topic

Module 12: Reconciliation, a global comparison.

Requires students to comparatively analyse the construct of Reconciliation within the Australian context to that of other communities and countries. This module draws on the use of international conventions and treaties to exemplify these processes. 

Chapter

Please access the readings through the eReading List on the Moodle site.

There is no set textbook for this unit.

Events and Submissions/Topic

Essay on Reconciliation (40%) (2000 words) Due: Week 12 Friday (3 June 2022) 6:00 pm AEST
Review/Exam Week Begin Date: 06 Jun 2022

Module/Topic

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Exam Week Begin Date: 13 Jun 2022

Module/Topic

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Assessment Tasks

1 Group Discussion

Assessment Title
Discussing Reconciliation (Online forum discussion & final summary) (25%) (1500 words)

Task Description

Aim:

The aim of this assessment is to examine, discuss and critique topics relevant to Reconciliation within the Australian context.

Task:

Critical reflection and professional engagement in reconciliation practices is a central aspect of social work practice. This assessment requires you to develop your understanding of issues associated with reconciliation in the Australian context.

You will make (4) posts to the forum discussion area in Moodle during weeks 2 – 5. Your final submission will also include a 500-word summary.

Forum Posts:

Your post/s will respond to the topic posted by the Unit Coordinator. You will provide your analysis and commentary in response to each topic covering four (4) aspects:

1. Focus on developing and contributing to exploration

2. Demonstrate understanding of the core concepts central to the topic

3. An evaluation of relevant perspectives about the topic (using literature)

4. Your personal / professional opinion as an informal approach

Your posts should reflect professional communication skills and knowledge and incorporate the AASW Code of Ethics and Practice Standards; in that you are respectful of people's worldview, beliefs, and value system. You can engage in advocacy of a respectful nature should you feel that an expressed opinion is of a judgmental, discriminatory, and/or disrespectful manner. The Unit Coordinator reserves the right to remove any posts that are deemed inappropriate or/and not consistent with the values and beliefs of the AASW.

Final Summary

You are to submit a final summary at the start of Week 6 in the assessment submission area in Moodle. The final summary must be a piece of reflective writing that will inform practice for the future (reflexive practice) and should not exceed 500 words. You are encouraged to use the material posted on the forums but ensure this is cited (that is, the date you posted this information/response on the forum and the forum you posted this on). Your final summary posting responds to the following reflective prompt:

As a result of collaborating and discussion with peers on the varied topics regarding Reconciliation, my practice framework has been transformed by...

Please note: Students are encouraged to write in first person for both products. Please be mindful to present personal belief with the use of "I believe".

Submission Details: Four posts week 2, 3, 4 and 5 in Moodle.

Final submission is a collation (copy and paste) of each discussion post (1000 words) and the final reflective summary (500-word limit).

Headers should be used for each post.

An introduction and conclusion are not required.

Literature and references

In this assessment use at least 8 contemporary references (<5 years) to support your discussion. You may also use seminal scholarly literature where relevant. Suitable references include peer-reviewed journal articles as well as textbooks and credible websites. When sourcing information, consider the 5 elements of a quality reference: currency, authority, relevance, objectivity, and coverage. Grey literature sourced from the internet must be from reputable websites such as from government, university, or peak national bodies: for example, the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).

Aim:

The aim of this assessment is to examine, discuss and critique topics relevant to Reconciliation within the Australian context.

Task:

Critical reflection and professional engagement in reconciliation practices is a central aspect of social work practice. This assessment requires you to develop your understanding of issues associated with reconciliation in the Australian context.

You will make (4) posts to the forum discussion area in Moodle during weeks 2 – 5. Your final submission will also include a 500-word summary.

Forum Posts:

Your post/s will respond to the topic posted by the Unit Coordinator. You will provide your analysis and commentary in response to each topic covering four (4) aspects:

1. Focus on developing and contributing to exploration

2. Demonstrate understanding of the core concepts central to the topic

3. An evaluation of relevant perspectives about the topic (using literature)

4. Your personal / professional opinion as an informal approach

Your posts should reflect professional communication skills and knowledge and incorporate the AASW Code of Ethics and Practice Standards; in that you are respectful of people's worldview, beliefs, and value system. You can engage in advocacy of a respectful nature should you feel that an expressed opinion is of a judgmental, discriminatory, and/or disrespectful manner. The Unit Coordinator reserves the right to remove any posts that are deemed inappropriate or/and not consistent with the values and beliefs of the AASW.

Final Summary

You are to submit a final summary at the start of Week 6 in the assessment submission area in Moodle. The final summary must be a piece of reflective writing that will inform practice for the future (reflexive practice) and should not exceed 500 words. You are encouraged to use the material posted on the forums but ensure this is cited (that is, the date you posted this information/response on the forum and the forum you posted this on). Your final summary posting responds to the following reflective prompt:

As a result of collaborating and discussion with peers on the varied topics regarding Reconciliation, my practice framework has been transformed by...

Please note: Students are encouraged to write in first person for both products. Please be mindful to present personal belief with the use of "I believe".

Submission Details: Four posts week 2, 3, 4 and 5 in Moodle.

Final submission is a collation (copy and paste) of each discussion post (1000 words) and the final reflective summary (500-word limit).

Headers should be used for each post.

An introduction and conclusion are not required.


Literature and references

In this assessment use at least 8 contemporary references (<5 years) to support your discussion. You may also use seminal scholarly literature where relevant. Suitable references include peer-reviewed journal articles as well as textbooks and credible websites. When sourcing information, consider the 5 elements of a quality reference: currency, authority, relevance, objectivity, and coverage. Grey literature sourced from the internet must be from reputable websites such as from government, university, or peak national bodies: for example, the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).


Assessment Due Date

Week 6 Friday (22 Apr 2022) 6:00 pm AEST

A weekly discussion from weeks 2, 3, 4 and 5. Students must participate in every discussion to be marked/graded on this assessment. Final Summary due at the start of Week 6


Return Date to Students

Week 8 Friday (6 May 2022)

Moodle Assessment Submission Area


Weighting
25%

Assessment Criteria

SOWK14004: Discussing Reconciliation

Assessment 1: Marking Criteria/Rubric

This Assessment Task (Online forum discussion and Summary will be marked together in this rubric)

HD 84.5-100%

D 74.5-84.49%

C 64.50-74.49%

P 49.50-64.49%

F <49.5%

MARKS

Presentation and Structure – overall submission (10%)

Assignment cover page including name, student number, and word count.

Uses headers. Excellent discussion with correct spelling, grammar, and paragraph structure.

Within expected word length.

All online forum entries and summary submitted.

Assignment title page including name, student number, and word count.

Uses headers

Correct spelling, grammar, sentence structure, and paragraphs. Within expected word limit.

All online forum entries and summary submitted.

Assignment title page including name, student number, and word count. Mostly correct spelling, grammar, sentence structure, and paragraphs, content can occasionally be difficult to follow or understand.

Within expected word limit.

3 online forum entries and a summary submitted.

Assignment title page including name, student number, and word count. Somewhat correct spelling, grammar, sentence structure, and paragraphs, content often, can be difficult to follow or understand.

Within/exceeds the expected word limit.

2 online forum entries and a summary submitted.

The assignment title page includes name, student number, and word count. Poor spelling, grammar, sentence structure and paragraphs, making the content difficult to read or follow. No Headers. Deviates from the expected word limit.

Difficult to discern the forum entries and summary.

/10

Key concepts identified and defined. (10%)

Excellent explanation of the concept of Reconciliation and other related concepts.

Very good explanation of the concept of Reconciliation and other related concepts.

Good explanation of the concept of Reconciliation and other related concepts.

Fair explanation of the concept of Reconciliation and other related concepts.

Poor or no explanation of the concept of Reconciliation and other related concepts.

/20

Forum Discussions - Discussion of the topics and issues associated with reconciliation in an Australian context. (30%)

Excellent exploration and analysis of Reconciliation in Australia in your answers.

Very good exploration and analysis of Reconciliation in Australia in your answers.

Good exploration and analysis of Reconciliation in Australia in your answers.

Fair exploration and analysis of Reconciliation in Australia in your answers.

Poor or no exploration and analysis of Reconciliation in Australian in your answers.

/30

Final summary - reflective writing that will inform practice for the future (30%)

Excellent reflective writing on the principles and practice of Reconciliation in the workplace and community.

Very good reflective writing on the principles and practice of Reconciliation in the workplace and community.

Good reflection writing on the principles and practices of Reconciliation in the workplace and community

Fair reflective writing on the principles and practice of Reconciliation in the workplace and community.

Poor or no reflective writing on the principles and practice of Reconciliation in the workplace and community.

/30

Referencing (10%)

All literature used is appropriate and scholarly. Minimum of 10 references Harvard referencing formatted used with no mistakes.

Most of the literature used is appropriate and scholarly. Minimum of 8 references. Harvard referencing formatted used with minimal. mistakes

Most of the literature used is appropriate and scholarly. Minimum of 6 references. Harvard referencing formatted used with some mistakes.

Some of the literature used is appropriate and scholarly. Minimum of 5 references Harvard referencing formatted used with many mistakes

Most of the literature used is inappropriate and not from a scholarly source. Harvard referencing formatted not used. Less than 5 references

/10

TOTAL MARKS


Referencing Style

Submission
Online

Submission Instructions
For this Assessment Task in your submission to Moodle in Week 6 you will provide the following: Your 4 comments to the topic provided cut and pasted from the Moodle Discussion Forum and placed in a Word doc (max 1000 words) Your Summary (500 words) reflection.

Learning Outcomes Assessed
  • Explain the concept of reconciliation in the context of the Australian community and workplace.
  • Discuss the issues associated with reconciliation in the Australian context including how current debate affects workplace relations.
  • Apply reconciliation principles to policies in the workplace and community.


Graduate Attributes
  • Communication
  • Information Literacy

2 Portfolio

Assessment Title
Reconciliation Activity (35%) (1500 words)

Task Description

Assessment 2


This assessment aims to show that you have actively grasped the concept of Reconciliation and how it affects a community and workplace within the Australian context.


Task

You are required to plan  and undertake a  short  Reconciliation activity intended to develop participant awareness of Reconciliation in the workplace and community. The activity should be between 10- and 15-minutes duration. Your activity should be engaging, culturally sensitive and creative (visual resources are encouraged).

A recorded Zoom session will be held to discuss the assessment requirements. Zoom presentation scheduling will be provided in Moodle.


Product

Word Count: 1500 words


Your Reconciliation activity will be an opportunity for your workplace or community to better develop their understandings of how Reconciliation can be exemplified in the workplace and/or community. The Reconciliation activity must be relevant to contemporary understandings of Reconciliation in the Australian context and must incorporate the five pillars of Reconciliation.Examples of a Reconciliation activity may include; Reconciliation workplace morning tea, Reconciliation Yarning Circle; Reconciliation Bush Walk / interactive activity, Reconciliation Games Day, Reconciliation Ceremony, technological activity incorporating the five pillars of reconciliation, etc.

You will present your Reconciliation activity in a Zoom session to the Unit Coordinator and peers and then answer questions about your activity at the end of the session.The presentation and submitted plan must show your understanding of the history of Reconciliation in Australia, how your activity is culturally sensitive to the needs of the local community, and how the activity supports and builds on the principles of Reconciliation in the workplace and community.

The submitted assessment should include:

  • A Cover Sheet with student name, number, unit coordinator, word count and name of unit
  • A plan of the activity, covering the aim of the activity, what was undertaken, and any pictures/scanned artwork.
  • The portfolio needs to provide an account of the Reconciliation activity.
  • A short reflective and evaluative discussion (250 words max) about your experience related to presenting your activity in the Zoom session.
  • A copy of the Reconciliation Activity plan · Any materials or resources used to conduct the activity
  • A reference list

Cultural Protocols
It is very important to be aware of, and respect, cultural protocol requirements when using images, recordings, or any other material. You must ask for permission to use such material; this is very important when inviting people who identify themselves as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islanders to participate in your event project. It is very important to ensure that no copyright is breached by uploading photographs and other images to your portfolio. Ensure that you obtain permission from owners before scanning and using photos and images and acknowledge photographers and artists.


Cultural Sensitivity

There are a wide range of resources available to aid your understanding in developing an activity that is culturally sensitive. The the term cultural sensitivity and cultural safety are used interchangeably within the Australian context and refers to  "an environment which is safe for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, where there is no assault, challenge or denial of their identity and experience. Cultural safety is about individuals, organisations and systems being aware of the impact of their culture and cultural values on Aboriginal people, while creating and maintaining an environment where all people are treated in a culturally respectful manner" (Victorian Public Sector Comission, 2019).


Please access the tutorial on the Assessments tab in Moodle for a deeper understanding of cultural safety and sensitivity within the Australian context.
 

Literature and references

In this assessment use at least 10 contemporary references (<5 years) to support your discussion. You may also use seminal scholarly literature where relevant. Suitable references include peer-reviewed journal articles as well as textbooks and credible websites. When sourcing information, consider the 5 elements of a quality reference: currency, authority, relevance, objectivity, and coverage. Grey literature sourced from the internet must be from reputable websites such as from government, university, or peak national bodies: the Australian Association of Social Workers.


Assessment Due Date

Week 9 Friday (13 May 2022) 6:00 pm AEST

Submit via Moodle


Return Date to Students

Week 12 Monday (30 May 2022)

Feedback will be given via Moodle


Weighting
35%

Assessment Criteria

SOWK14004: Reconciliation Activity

Assessment 2: Marking Criteria/Rubric

HD 84.5-100%

D 74.5-84.49%

C 64.50-74.49%

P 49.50-64.49%

F <49.5%

MARKS

Structure and presentation (10%)

Assignment cover page including name, student number, and word count. Uses headers. Excellent discussion with correct spelling, grammar, and paragraph structure.

Within expected word length.

Assignment title page including name, student number, and word count. Uses headers. Correct spelling, grammar, sentence structure, and paragraphs. Within expected word limit.

Assignment title page including name, student number, and word count. Mostly correct spelling, grammar, sentence structure, and paragraphs, content can occasionally be difficult to follow or understand.

Within expected word limit.

Assignment title page including name, student number, and word count. Somewhat correct spelling, grammar, sentence structure, and paragraphs, content often, can be difficult to follow or understand.

Within/exceeds the expected word limit.

The assignment title page includes name, student number, and word count. Poor spelling, grammar, sentence structure, and paragraphs, and the content is difficult to read or follow.

No headers. Deviates from the expected word count.

/10

Plan of the Reconciliation activity in the portfolio (30%)

Excellent outline and discussion of the Reconciliation activity plan for the Australian community and workplace.

Very good outline and discussion of the Reconciliation activity plan for the Australian community and workplace.

Good outline and discussion of the Reconciliation activity plan for the Australian community and workplace.

Fair outline and discussion of the Reconciliation activity plan for the Australian community and workplace.

Poor or no outline and discussion of the Reconciliation activity plan for the Australian community and workplace.

/30

Presentation of the Reconciliation activity..(30%)

Excellent presentation of the Reconciliation activity. The activity delivered was highly interactive, engaging, and culturally sensitive.

Very good presentation of the Reconciliation activity. The activity delivered was mostly interactive, engaging, and culturally sensitive.

Good presentation of the Reconciliation activity. The activity delivered was generally interactive, engaging, and culturally sensitive,

Fair presentation of the Reconciliation activity. The activity delivered was somewhat interactive, engaging, and culturally sensitive.

Poor or no presentation of the Reconciliation activity. There was a poor level of interaction and engagement with the audience, and there were lapses in cultural sensitivity.

/30

Referencing (15%)

All literature used is appropriate and scholarly. Minimum of 10 references Harvard referencing formatted used with no mistakes.

Most of the literature used is appropriate and scholarly. Minimum of 8 references. Harvard referencing formatted used with minimal. mistakes

Most of the literature used is appropriate and scholarly. Minimum of 6 references. Harvard referencing formatted used with some mistakes.

Some of the literature used is appropriate and scholarly. Minimum of 5 references Harvard referencing formatted used with many mistakes

Most of the literature used is inappropriate and not from a scholarly source. Harvard referencing formatted not used. Less than 5 references

/15

Reflective summary of the Reconciliation Activity in the portfolio. (15%)

Excellent reflective summary provided.

Very good reflective summary provided.

Good reflective summary provided.

An adequate reflective summary provided.

Poor or no reflective summary provided.

/15

TOTAL MARKS


Referencing Style

Submission
Online

Submission Instructions
Please ensure you use the proformas available on the moodle site.

Learning Outcomes Assessed
  • Explain the concept of reconciliation in the context of the Australian community and workplace.
  • Discuss the issues associated with reconciliation in the Australian context including how current debate affects workplace relations.
  • Develop skills and knowledge as to how to engage with people from different cultures in the workplace and community with a view to promoting reconciliation.


Graduate Attributes
  • Communication
  • Problem Solving
  • Critical Thinking
  • Cross Cultural Competence
  • Ethical practice

3 Written Assessment

Assessment Title
Essay on Reconciliation (40%) (2000 words)

Task Description

Written Essay

Word length: 2000 words

Using the unit material and independent reading and research, write an essay addressing ONE of the following topics:

1. Discuss the arguments for and against a treaty with Aboriginal Australians based on the five principles of reconciliation.

2. Identify one government policy and one community policy and discuss how they implement the five principles of reconciliation in the workplace and community for a more reconciled society.

3. The over-representation of Indigenous Australian children in the child protection system exists. Discuss the issues and the policy change needed by considering the principles of reconciliation and current debate.

4.Discuss the Juukan Gorge event and the debate associated with Reconciliation Action Plans in Australia and workplace relations, and the change needed.

Literature and references

In this assessment use at least 10 contemporary references (<5 years) to support your discussion. You may also use seminal scholarly literature where relevant. Suitable references include peer-reviewed journal articles as well as textbooks and credible websites. When sourcing information, consider the 5 elements of a quality reference: currency, authority, relevance, objectivity, and coverage. Grey literature sourced from the internet must be from reputable websites such as from government, university, or peak national bodies: the Australian Association of Social Workers.

Requirements

Use a conventional and legible size 12 font, such as Times New Roman or Arial.

Use 1.5 line spacing and 2.54cm page margins (standard pre-set margin in Microsoft Word).

Include page numbers on each page in a footer.

Write in the third-person perspective.

Use formal academic language.

Use headings if you wish.

Include an Introduction and Conclusion and a Reference list at the end on a new page.

Use the Harvard (author-date) referencing style. (The Abridged Harvard Referencing Style Guide 2020) 


Assessment Due Date

Week 12 Friday (3 June 2022) 6:00 pm AEST

Moodle Assessment Submission Area


Return Date to Students

Exam Week Friday (17 June 2022)


Weighting
40%

Assessment Criteria

SOWK14004: Reconciliation.

Assessment 3: Marking Criteria/Rubric

HD 84.5-100%

D 74.5-84.49%

C 64.50-74.49%

P 49.50-64.49%

F <49.5%

MARKS

Presentation and Structure – overall submission (10%)

Excellent discussion which completely conforms to the Assignment Presentation guidelines. Assignment cover page including name, student number, and word count.

Uses headers

Correct spelling, grammar, sentence structure and paragraphs.

Within expected word length.

Discussion mostly conforms to the Assignment Presentation guidelines.

Assignment title page including name, student number, and word count.

Uses headers

Correct spelling, grammar, sentence structure and paragraphs. Within expected word limit.

Discussion adequately conforms to the: Assignment Presentation guidelines. Assignment title page including name, student number, and word count. Mostly correct spelling, grammar, sentence structure and paragraphs, content can occasionally be difficult to follow or understand.

Mostly uses headers

Within expected word limit.

Discussion occasionally conforms to the: Assignment Presentation guidelines. Assignment title page including name, student number, and word count. Somewhat correct spelling, grammar, sentence structure and paragraphs, content often, can be difficult to follow or understand.

Some headers used. Within/exceeds the expected word limit.

Discussion unsuccessfully conforms to the: Assignment Presentation guidelines. Assignment title page including name, student number, and word count. Poor spelling, grammar, sentence structure and paragraphs, making the content difficult to read or follow. No Headers used. Deviates from the expected word limit.

.../10

Introduction and conclusion .(20%)

Clear and succinct introduction that introduces the topic and outlines the direction of the paper. A clear and succinct conclusion that provides closure to the topic and nicely outlines the final direction of the paper. Clear and appropriate introduction that introduces the topic and outlines the direction of the paper. The conclusion provides a clear and appropriate closure with some outline of the final direction of the paper. Appropriate introduction that introduces the topic and there is some outline of the direction of the paper. An appropriate conclusion to the topic tries to outline the final direction of the paper. An introduction is apparent although it consists only of a list of the contents of the paper. The topic is not clearly introduced. The conclusion is apparent, although it consists of only a brief closure of the topic. The topic is not clearly concluded. No recognisable introduction - the topic is not introduced and/ or there is no direction offered in respect of the paper. No recognisable conclusion or conclusion content is not reflective of the discussion.

.../20

.Uses and defines key concepts . (20%)

Excellent explanation of the concept of Reconciliation and other key concepts as they relate to the topic chosen.

Very good explanation of the concept of Reconciliation and other key concepts as they relate to the topic chosen. Good explanation of the concept of Reconciliation and other key concepts as they related to the topic chosen. Fair explanation of the concept of Reconciliation and other key concepts as they relate to the topic chosen. Poor or no explanation of the concept of Reconciliation and other key concepts as they relate to the topic chosen.

../20

Approach and argument address the selected topic.(40%)

Excellent development of main points and arguments/approaches relevant to the topic. Uses strong examples and supporting evidence.

Very good development of main points and arguments/approaches relevant to the topic. Uses many appropriate examples and supporting evidence.

Good development of main points and arguments/approaches relevant to the topic. Uses some examples and supporting evidence.

Fair development of main points and arguments/approaches relevant to the topic. Adequate examples and supporting evidence used.

Poor or no development of main points and arguments/approaches relevant to the topic. Discussion no supported by appropriate examples and supporting evidence.

. /40

Referencing .(10%)

All literature used is appropriate and scholarly. Minimum of 10 references Harvard referencing formatted used with no mistakes.

Most of the literature used is appropriate and scholarly. Minimum of 8 references. Harvard referencing formatted used with minimal. mistakes

Most of the literature used is appropriate and scholarly. Minimum of 6 references. Harvard referencing formatted used with some mistakes.

Some of the literature used is appropriate and scholarly. Minimum of 5 references Harvard referencing formatted used with many mistakes

Most of the literature used is inappropriate and not from a scholarly source. Harvard referencing formatted not used. Less than 5 references

./10

TOTAL MARKS


Referencing Style

Submission
Online

Submission Instructions
Online via Moodle

Learning Outcomes Assessed
  • Explain the concept of reconciliation in the context of the Australian community and workplace.
  • Discuss the issues associated with reconciliation in the Australian context including how current debate affects workplace relations.
  • Apply reconciliation principles to policies in the workplace and community.


Graduate Attributes
  • Communication
  • Problem Solving
  • Critical Thinking
  • Information Literacy

Academic Integrity Statement

As a CQUniversity student you are expected to act honestly in all aspects of your academic work.

Any assessable work undertaken or submitted for review or assessment must be your own work. Assessable work is any type of work you do to meet the assessment requirements in the unit, including draft work submitted for review and feedback and final work to be assessed.

When you use the ideas, words or data of others in your assessment, you must thoroughly and clearly acknowledge the source of this information by using the correct referencing style for your unit. Using others’ work without proper acknowledgement may be considered a form of intellectual dishonesty.

Participating honestly, respectfully, responsibly, and fairly in your university study ensures the CQUniversity qualification you earn will be valued as a true indication of your individual academic achievement and will continue to receive the respect and recognition it deserves.

As a student, you are responsible for reading and following CQUniversity’s policies, including the Student Academic Integrity Policy and Procedure. This policy sets out CQUniversity’s expectations of you to act with integrity, examples of academic integrity breaches to avoid, the processes used to address alleged breaches of academic integrity, and potential penalties.

What is a breach of academic integrity?

A breach of academic integrity includes but is not limited to plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion, cheating, contract cheating, and academic misconduct. The Student Academic Integrity Policy and Procedure defines what these terms mean and gives examples.

Why is academic integrity important?

A breach of academic integrity may result in one or more penalties, including suspension or even expulsion from the University. It can also have negative implications for student visas and future enrolment at CQUniversity or elsewhere. Students who engage in contract cheating also risk being blackmailed by contract cheating services.

Where can I get assistance?

For academic advice and guidance, the Academic Learning Centre (ALC) can support you in becoming confident in completing assessments with integrity and of high standard.

What can you do to act with integrity?