HMDEV301-22B (NET)

Critical Issues for Youth in the 21st Century

15 Points

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Paper Description

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In this paper we will engage with theory, research, and practice around contemporary issues relating to young people in Aotearoa. Taking a critical stance underpinned by social constructionism, critical social psychology, and discourse analysis; this paper engages with current international theory and research, evaluating its relevance to the New Zealand context. As well as exploring a range of topics and issues relevant to young people in Aotearoa today, this paper also encourages both critical self-reflection and the application of knowledge to applied settings.

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Paper Structure

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This paper is taught over a 12-week semester and covers a range of contemporary issues relevant to young people (i.e. tweens, teens, emerging adults) in Aotearoa today. As this is a 300 level paper, it focuses on key issues (e.g. the impact of media on young people's subjectivity; mental health and youth suicide prevention) with specific reference to 'at risk' groups (e.g. LGBTIQ youth; Rangatahi, migrant youth) and topics related to working with young people in the 'real world'.

As the paper is taught solely online, all content is delivered via Moodle. For each topic you will be expected to complete specific activities (e.g. prerecorded mini-lectures or video clips, set reading, activities, online discussions) as specified on the Moodle site; and to complete the assessments. Tutors will engage with you through regular announcements and the online discussions; and will also respond to individual queries around the assessments. There are no scheduled sessions so you will not be expected to attend Zoom tutorials. There will be opportunities to engage in individual or group Zoom sessions for assessment guidance - attendance at these is not compulsory.

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Learning Outcomes

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Students who successfully complete the paper should be able to:

  • Demonstrate an improved understanding of changes and debates in the theory and research in human development on the topics covered.
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  • Demonstrate a critical understanding of the way different cultures and theories describe human development.
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  • Show increased understanding of research methodologies within development to enable more effective reading of research findings in published studies.
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  • Demonstrate a personally relevant critique of research in one area of development based on ideas covered in the paper.
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Assessment

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It is strongly advised that you complete ALL assessments. You must achieve an overall mark of at least 50% to pass the paper.
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Assessment Components

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The internal assessment/exam ratio (as stated in the University Calendar) is 100:0. There is no final exam. The final exam makes up 0% of the overall mark.

The internal assessment/exam ratio (as stated in the University Calendar) is 100:0 or 0:0, whichever is more favourable for the student. The final exam makes up either 0% or 0% of the overall mark.

Component DescriptionDue Date TimePercentage of overall markSubmission MethodCompulsory
1. Assignment 1: Essay (2000 words)
24 Aug 2022
11:30 PM
30
  • Online: Submit through Moodle
2. Assignment 2: Report (1500 words)
5 Oct 2022
11:30 PM
30
  • Online: Submit through Moodle
3. Assignment 3: Critical evaluation (1000 words)
26 Oct 2022
11:30 PM
20
  • Online: Submit through Moodle
4. Online Participation
20
  • Online: Moodle Forum Discussion
Assessment Total:     100    
Failing to complete a compulsory assessment component of a paper will result in an IC grade
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Required Readings

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The required readings for the paper are available on Talis at (insert URL). This reading list can also be accessed via the Reading List tab on Moodle or the Reading List tab on the library home page.


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Online Support

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Across the paper there is a series of online tasks designed to support you with your learning. All tasks will be accessed via Moodle, however, you will need to also use the library website (and actual physical library), and a range of webpages to help you complete this paper.

PLEASE NOTE: Moodle is used for class notices (Announcements). It is your responsibility to check the site regularly and read the Moodle email notifications. Instructions provided in this way on Moodle and in lectures are whole class notices.

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Workload

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This is a 15 point paper. University regulations stipulate an expected total student workload for the paper of 150 hours. The paper involves 36 hours of directed online activities (e.g., prerecorded content; tutorial-style activities; discussion boards) across the trimester, equivalent to the contact hours of on campus papers. The remaining hours, accumulated at different times across the whole trimester are to be used for completing readings, preparing for online tasks and assignments.

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Prerequisite(s)

Prerequisite papers: Either HDCO100, HMDEV100 or TEHD100, TEEDU102 and 15 points at 200 level in any subject.

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Restriction(s)

Restricted papers: HDCO300

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