HISTY107-23A (HAM)

New Zealand Histories: Fresh Perspectives

15 Points

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Division of Arts Law Psychology & Social Sciences
School of Social Sciences
History

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Convenor(s)

Charlotte Greenhalgh

Charlotte Greenhalgh
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J.3.05
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charlotte.greenhalgh@waikato.ac.nz

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Simon Dench

Simon Dench
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What this paper is about

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New Zealand Histories engages with the contested narratives in the making of Aotearoa. It explores the entangled and separate histories of early Māori and later Pākehā European and other migrants. Students are encouraged to unpack the concept of the New Zealand 'nation' and wrestle with the following questions:

  • Who owns the past in New Zealand history?
  • What strands weave together the varying stories of Aotearoa/New Zealand?
  • What are the main events, peoples, ideas and turning points in New Zealand history?
  • How should I write, think about, and teach New Zealand history now? How might I grapple with the tensions between Māori and Pākehā narratives in a history of colonisation?
  • Where are the narratives of marginalised groups in New Zealand historiography?

The main topics under investigation include: cultural encounters, migration and resettlement; conflict and negotiation; political and economic initiatives; social and political change, health, welfare, class, sport, and gender. These topics are explored for the ways in which they shed light on the themes of national identity, nationalism or nationhood, in New Zealand.

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How this paper will be taught

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This paper is taught via a series of weekly lectures focused on a chronological exploration of New Zealand history that serves to reveal various deeper themes and questions about the kinds of histories that have been produced in and about Aotearoa. These lectures are supplemented by weekly tutorials where students will be able to discuss the major themes and ideas in the course as they relate to their personal study and to specific assessments and themes in the paper.
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Required Readings

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For all required reading materials, see Waikato Reading List for paper HISTY107-19A via the Library. A link to the reading list will also be available on Moodle.
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Learning Outcomes

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Students who successfully complete the course should be able to:

  • Explore historical ‘experiences’ through contemporary source materials and historical writing
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  • Learn about patterns of cultural encounter and narrative construction in in Aotearoa/New Zealand history
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  • To develop your knowledge of New Zealand history by enabling you to read and critically evaluate secondary scholarly literature
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  • Understand the historical context for many issues of contemporary concern
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Assessments

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How you will be assessed

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Specific information about assessments will be communicated in lectures, tutorials, and via Moodle.
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The internal assessment/exam ratio (as stated in the University Calendar) is 50:50. There is no final exam. The final exam makes up 50% of the overall mark.

The internal assessment/exam ratio (as stated in the University Calendar) is 50:50 or 0:0, whichever is more favourable for the student. The final exam makes up either 50% or 0% of the overall mark.

Component DescriptionDue Date TimePercentage of overall markSubmission MethodCompulsory
1. A Timeline of NZ Historical Events
6 Apr 2023
4:30 PM
25
  • Online: Submit through Moodle
2. Research Essay
2 Jun 2023
4:30 PM
25
  • Online: Submit through Moodle
3. Final Exam
50
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Assessment Total:     100    
Failing to complete a compulsory assessment component of a paper will result in an IC grade
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