James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2016

LB5534 - Foundations of Mediation

Credit points: 03
Year: 2016
Student Contribution Band: Band
Administered by: College of Business, Law & Governance

This subject introduces some of the theories and standards relevant to mediation practice in Australia. It provides a theoretical foundation for the practical skills taught in LB5501 Mediation Skills and Practice. Students will critically analyse some of the fundamental features of mediation (with a focus on the facilitative mediation model), and consider the legal and ethical aspects of mediation practice in Australia.

Learning Outcomes

Assumed
Knowledge:
LB5525, LB5530, LB5531, LB5533. Note that these subjects are not required for successful completion of the subject, however are subjects in the MCMR program that students are encouraged to complete prior to commencing any elective.

Availabilities

External, Study Period 1
Census Date 24-Mar-2016
Coordinator: Miss Judith Herrmann
Lecturer: Assoc. Professor Sam Hardy.
Contact hours:
  • 130 hours - Online and self-study activities.
    Method of Delivery:WWW - LearnJCU
    Assessment:initial learning brief (ilb) (10%); portfolio (80%); final learning brief (flb) (10%).
    Special Assessment Requirements:This subject is taught online through LearnJCU and students need to participate online throughout the whole study period. Students must engage in online learning from the first week of the study period and throughout the entire study period.

    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.