歴史・地域研究演習II

Class 1 (online) – Introduction to the course: This class will provide a broad introduction to the intersection between sport and law and Australia’s love of sport, in addition to discussing course content, materials and assessment for the semester Class 2 – Introduction to Australia, sport and law: In this class we will undertake a detailed introduction to Australia, the Australian legal system and the various laws that impact and intersect with sport. Class 3 – Law and the Olympic Games: What laws govern the operation of the Olympic Games? Is it legal to get an Olympic rings tattoo? Can an Olympian drink Pepsi during the Games if one of the official sponsors of the Olympics is Coca Cola? Class 4 – Sport and Intellectual Property: How do different types of intellectual property, particularly copyright, trade mark and designs, impact sport? Can a player get copyright or trade mark protection for a particular sporting move? How are broadcast rights protected via intellectual property? Class 5 – Athletes and contracts: What are the elements of a contract that a player has to sign to participate in a particular sporting code? Does that contract extend to behaviour off the sporting field? Class 6 – Athletes and social networking sites: We know we should be careful about what we share on social networking sites, but what happens when sports stars share too much, or share something inappropriate? How might law impact their behaviour? Class 7 – Team culture - Australia’s Olympic swim team as case study: The Australian Olympic team has won many gold medals, but there have also been continual allegations about and investigations into the team culture. How do sporting organisations deal with these issues, and what are the legal implications? Class 8 – Law, leadership and ethics in sport - The ‘Sandpapergate’ scandal: In this class we will examine the legal and ethical issues that arose during the ‘Sandpapergate’ cheating scandal that engulfed the Australian cricket team in 2018. We will also discuss the limits placed on the leaders of the team in the scandal. Class 9 – Racism and discrimination: Over his professional career, Indigenous footballer Adam Goodes was repeatedly subjected to booing and racist conduct both on and off the field. What is the impact of anti-discrimination and racial vilification laws in sport, and how can Australia do better in this area? Class 10 – Injuries, law and compensation: In this class we will consider how the law assists, or does not help, athletes who are injured in while playing sport. Could more be done in this area? Class 11 – Performance-enhancing drugs: What are the consequences for athletes when taking performance-enhancing drugs, or being accused of such conduct? Class 12 – The Court of Arbitration for Sport: What is the Court of Arbitration for Sport, its purpose and powers, and when might an athlete or sporting organisation involve this court in a dispute? Class 13 – Course Conclusion: In this class we will evaluate and reflect on the topics and content that we have explored over the previous semester.

The course will be taught in English. A variety of teaching methods will be adopted throughout the course, including: Lecture: some material will be delivered in a lecture format Use of Audio-Visual Material: relevant audio-visual material, including clips from documentaries, television shows and films Seminar: some classes will include seminar-style all of class discussion Small-Group Activities: some classes will include the completion of extended activities in small groups, to deepen understanding of specific concepts or topics.

In-class presentation - 30% Students will undertake a short presentation on a topic of their choice, from a series of topics provided by the course Professor. Research essay – 70% Students will prepare a research essay in response to one of a series of topics provided by the course Professor. The topics will encourage reflection and research on issues considered in the course. Further information on assessment will be discussed in the first class. All assessment must be completed in English.

Preparation: Students should complete all required preparation prior to class. Participation and Engagement: While some content will be delivered in lecture format, students will be required to engage in activities and discussion in each class. Attendance: Students are expected to attend class regularly throughout the semester. While a failure to attend one or two classes may be excused, students who expect to miss multiple classes must contact the course Professor via email to discuss this absence and alternative forms of course participation.

Class 1 will be held online. From Class 2 all classes will be held in person on the Komaba I campus.