IA4000 - Indigenous Research Ethics

Credit points:	04
Year:	2005
Student Contribution Band:	Band 1
Administered by:

Available to students with a Bachelor of Indigenous Studies degree or equivalent.

This subject provides an introduction to the major ethical issues in Indigenous research. It involves an examination of the social, economic and political constructions of Indigenous Australia. Some of the issues addressed include protocols, collaboration, dissemination of outcomes and their implications, questions of intellectual property, ownership, research and development for self-determination. Particular emphasis will be placed on a critical analysis of existing research practices and procedures as they impact and influence Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander populations. Students will be expected to engage in discussions with the class through organised online discussions. Students are encouraged to develop their own set of ethical practices to guide their own research.

Learning Outcomes

• develop an appreciation of ethical issues involved in conducting research in Indigenous contexts.

Availabilities
, , Study Period 1
Census Date 31-Mar-2005
Face to face teaching (Consult School for on-campus attendance requirements)
Coord/Lect:	Assoc. Professor Felecia Watkin.
Assessment:	(30%); (20%); (50%).

Note: Minor variations might occur due to the continuous Subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.