地域文化論Ⅱ

Class 1 – Thursday 8 October (online) – Introduction to the course: This class will introduce students to the course content, preparation material and assessment Class 2 – Thursday 15 October – Language and terminology around sexual orientation and gender identity. What words are ok and which ones are offensive Class 3 – Thursday 22 October – LGBT History in Australia including in Indigenous communities and the impact of British colonisation Class 4 – Thursday 29 October – Criminalisation and decriminalisation of homosexuality Class 5 – Thursday 5 November – Anti-Discrimination Laws Class 6 – Thursday 12 November – Visibility and Pride celebrations in Australia Class 7 – Thursday 19 November – Marriage Equality Class 8 – Thursday 3 December – Trans and gender diverse people in Australia Class 9 – Thursday 10 December – LGBT children and youth in Australia Class 10 – Thursday 17 December – Transitional Justice; reconciling with past wrongs Class 11 – Thursday 24 December – Australia’s role in protecting the rights of LGBT people in the Pacific Class 12 – Thursday 7 January – Room for improvement; what more should Australia be doing to improve the lives of LGBT people Class 13 – Thursday 14 January – Course Conclusion: Discuss and reflect upon topics and themes that have emerged throughout the course

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 activities in small groups, to deepen understanding of specific concepts or topics

Film Review – 40% Students will view a selected film and write a review of that movie/documentary/TV show, considering how LGBT right are represented in that film. A range of selected films will be available either on DVD provided by the course Professor; through the Center for Pacific and American Studies Library or through a streaming service. Research Essay – 60% Students will prepare a research paper in response to one of a series of topics provided early in the semester. The topics will encourage research and reflection on issues considered in the course. Further information on assessment will be provided 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 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.