Teaching Responsibility

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LJMU Partner Taught

Learning Methods

Lecture

Seminar

Tutorial

Module Offerings

5503ATCD-SEP-PAR

Aims

The module centres on a deep exploration of the concept of ‘self and other’ and its influence on contemporary British society. Students will engage with a range of critical perspectives that seek to explain, contest or affect perceptions of ‘difference’ in a globalised world. They will be encouraged to formulate their own analysis and critical response to a range of stimuli and thereby develop a considered position as a foundation for practical work with ‘marginalised’ groups.

Learning Outcomes

1.
Demonstrate a critical understanding of the notion of ‘self and other’ and associated concepts related to the perception of difference in contemporary society;
2.
Demonstrate an ability to use social and cultural research to develop an analysis of specific community behaviours and phenomena;
3.
Utilise performance techniques to articulate a personal response to social/political concepts;
4.
Demonstrate ability to develop a written argument based on research and analysis.

Module Content

Outline Syllabus:The initial part of the module will be characterised by a series of lecture/workshops and documentary viewings that engage with a number of key concepts including: • Colonialism • Cultural Imperialism • Globalisation • Nationalism • Neo-liberalism • Feminism • Identity Politics • Inter/Mono/ Multiculturalism Each lecture/viewing will be followed by seminar discussions. Later in the module students will identify an individual area of interest and research, prepare and lead a seminar discussion on this topic. In parallel students will form small groups to create a short performance as a personal response to one or more of the concepts discussed in the lecture series. Finally, each student will develop a 2500 word essay based on the topic of their seminar or performance piece.
Additional Information:Module Leader is Sharon Nash (s.nash@lipa.ac.uk)

Assessments

Essay

Practice