Course Title: Analyse theories of the self

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2023

Course Code: GEDU6203

Course Title: Analyse theories of the self

School: 535T Social Care and Health

Campus: City Campus

Program: C4411 - Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation

Course Contact: Tracey Salter

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4272

Course Contact Email: tracey.salter@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Sally Armstrong

sally.armstrong@rmit.edu.au

 

Nominal Hours: 90

Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.

Pre-requisites and Co-requisites

None

Course Description

This unit describes the skills and knowledge to analyse theories of human personality and their application in a range of contexts. 


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

VU21892 Analyse theories of the self

Element:

1 Analyse the major theories of human personality

Performance Criteria:

1.1

Identify a range of theories used to explain human personality

1.2

Compare key features of the theories

1.3

Determine methodologies or forms of inquiry associated with different theories

1.4

Analyse the relationship between a theory and related views and values in its surrounding culture

Element:

2. Analyse the application of theories in a range of contexts

Performance Criteria:

2.1

Identify situations where theories of human personality are applied

2.2

Identify the ways in which theories are applied

2.3

Analyse the relation between a specific application and its contextual cultural values

2.4

Analyse the limits and ethical constraints associated with applications

Element:

3. Evaluate the application of different theories

Performance Criteria:

3.1

Identify the element(s) of different cases relevant to analysis

3.2

Identify the issues in different cases using a range of theories

3.3

Determine the alternative courses of actions that might be prescribed by different theorists

3.4

Formulate criteria for assessing the application of different theories

3.5

Assess the application of specific theories using the criteria.

Element:

4. Examine critiques of major theories of human personality

Performance Criteria:

4.1

Identify a number of critiques of major theories

4.2

Analyse deficiencies within a theory identified by the critiques

4.3

Analyse the problems associated with the application of specific theories

4.4

Analyse the role of major theories within contemporary culture using critiques as a guide


Learning Outcomes


Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency

1. Analyse the major theories of human personality 

2. Analyse the application of theories in a range of contexts

3. Evaluate the application of different theories

4. Examine critiques of major theories of human personality


Details of Learning Activities

A combination of activities will support learning in this course, such as:

• Face to face and or online lectures to cover theoretical and practical concepts for each topic in the course

• You will learn to apply your skills and knowledge during simulations, and classroom based learning.

• Tutorial activities (individually and in teams) to discuss, debate, critique and consolidate your ideas and extend your understanding around key concepts within specific topics

• Online discussion and activities support you to collaborate with other students in your course and debate and discuss ideas

• Self directed study time to enhance and strengthen your knowledge and understanding of theoretical concepts

• To further facilitate learning, students are strongly encouraged to use a range of communication tools your teacher and fellow students by using the online learning platform


Teaching Schedule

Week

Session 1

2hrs

Session 2

 1hr

 Assessments

Comments

1

Personality and Psychoanalytic Theories

Personality and Psychoanalytic Theories

 

 

2

Freud

Neo Freudians

 

 

3

Carl Jung

APA Referencing

 

Referencing activity due.

4

Freud vs Jung

Erickson

 

 

5

Horney

Assessment in class time AT3

 

Time to work on assessments with teacher support

6

Object relations Theory

Assessment in class time AT3

 

 

7

Behaviour and humanist theory.

Skinner

Assessment Task 3 Due (ESSAY)

 

8

Social Learning Theory

Assessment in class time AT2

 

Debates prep AT2

9

Evaluation of Social Learning Theory

Assessment in class time AT2

 

 

10

Humanist Theories Maslow

 

Assessment task 2 Due (Debates)

 

11

Carl Rogers

AT2 Presentations

 

 

12

Carol Gilligan Evaluation

AT2 Presentations

 

 

13

Cognitive Theory

AT2 Presentations

 

 

14

Sociological perspective

AT2 Presentations

 

 

15

Biological Approach

Trait Theory

 

 

16

In Class written Test.

 

Assessment Task 1 Due

 

17

Resubmissions

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Please note that this schedule may change slightly if the classes are impacted by public holidays or events unforeseen.


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References


Other Resources

Resources for this course are provided in Canvas eith further resources available from the RMIT library (https://www.rmit.edu.au/library)

The University Library has extensive resources and provides subject specialist expertise, research advice, help with referencing and support through: 

The Learning Lab 
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/learning-lab 

The Study Support Hub  
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/study-support-hub 

English for uni workshops 
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/workshops/english-uni-workshops


Overview of Assessment

Assessments for this course may include:
• Class activities
• Assignments
• Presentations
• Tests


Assessment Tasks

You should refer to the assessment brief which is available through Canvas for full assessment criteria and due dates

Assessment Task 1: Written Knowledge Test - Due week 16

Assessment Task 2: Debates - Due week 10

Assessment Task  3: 1000-1500 word Essay- Due week 7

Students enrolled are assessed for Competency. To be assessed as Competent means you have consistently demonstrated the required knowledge and skills   

To be assessed as Competent in this course, you will need to complete each assessment task to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback from the teacher at the conclusion of each assessment task. 

Results that apply to courses that are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment are: 

CA: Competency Achieved 
NYC: Not Yet Competent 
DNS: Did not Submit for Assessment 

 


Assessment Matrix

The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These mapping documents are available through Program Administration if required.  

Other Information

Attendance: 

Your learning experience will involve class-based teaching, discussion, demonstration and practical exercises  

It is strongly advised that you attend all timetabled sessions. This will allow you to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring you the maximum opportunity to complete this course successfully. 

 

Information about your studies: 

You canaccess My Studies through the RMIT websitefor information about timetables, important dates, assessment dates, results and progress, Canvas etc. 

 https://www.rmit.edu.au/students 

Important information regarding Assessment Tasks

Each individual assessment may only be resubmitted once.

Resubmissions are not automatic and will only be approved at the discretion of the Program Coordinator, after consultation with the teacher.

All students will be contacted with 7 days by their course coordinator in regards to resubmission completion dates.

Please note an opportunity to repeat clinical placement is not guaranteed and will be at the discretion of the Clinical Coordinator/Program Manager.

EXTENSION OR SPECIAL CONSIDERATION

If due to illness or other unforeseen circumstance, you are unable to attend on the due date of an assessment (e.g. test, examination, oral, etc.) OR you do attend, but your performance has been affected, you may submit an APPLICATION FOR SPECIAL CONSIDERATION within 5 working days of the due date. If Special Consideration is granted, you will be given the opportunity to complete/repeat the assessment task at a later date. For advice on this application please visit www.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration (http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration) or speak to your Program Coordinator.

If due to illness or other unforeseen circumstance, you are unable to submit by the due date (e.g. assignment, report, project etc.):

you may submit an APPLICATION FOR EXTENSION OF TIME FOR SUBMISSION OF ASSESSABLE WORK for an

extension of time of up to seven (7) calendar days or less. This must be lodged with the Program Coordinator 1 working day before the original due date. If granted, you will have the opportunity to submit up to 7 days later than the original due date. For advice on this application please visit www.rmit.edu.au/students/assessment/extension (http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/assessment/extension) or speak to your Program Coordinator.

Where an extension of greater than seven days is needed, you must apply for SPECIAL CONSIDERATION. If you require further information please contact your teacher or Program Coordinator.

 

Academic Integrity and Plagiarism

RMIT has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/rights-and-responsibilities/academic-integrity (https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/rights-and-responsibilities/academic-integrity) Course Overview: Access Course Overview (http://www1.rmit.edu.au/courses/C4367051433)

Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning:  

Credit transfer is the recognition of previously completed formal learning (an officially accredited qualification). 

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process that allows you to demonstrate competence using the skills you have gained through experience in the workplace, voluntary work, informal or formal training or other life experiences.   

Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer or RPL for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course. 

https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/enrolment/apply-for-credit

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