Abstract:
The module focuses on the relationship between cultural heritage and contemporary political and social situations. It is designed to provide students with opportunities to explore a range of theoretical and intellectual issues from the fields of anthropology, geography and archaeology on cultural heritage and the roles that ‘place’ and material culture play within the enactment of social practices. It draws upon historical and contemporary case studies provide real world problems for engaging with the theoretical components of the module. There is an emphasis upon debate, discussion, and problem oriented individual and group projects. Several day trips around Singapore, as well as an extended field trip to Cambodia are offered as part of the module.
Teaching Methods:
The module consists of one 2 hour lecture per week, coupled with 2 hour tutorial sessions focusing upon smaller groups. The lecture format allows for presentation by the instructor, as well as group presentations by students. The main teaching methods are split between individual engagement with the academic core of the course, intensive debate and discussion amongst peers in the tutorials and on an on line forum, and problem (case study/field based) small group assignments.
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