• Class Number 9477
  • Term Code 2960
  • Class Info
  • Unit Value 6 units
  • Mode of Delivery In Person
  • COURSE CONVENER
    • Rebecca Gidley
  • LECTURER
    • Rebecca Gidley
  • Class Dates
  • Class Start Date 22/07/2019
  • Class End Date 25/10/2019
  • Census Date 31/08/2019
  • Last Date to Enrol 29/07/2019
SELT Survey Results

This course will trace the emergence of the international order in Southeast Asia. It will examine the different types of polity that have been established in the region, and how they defined relations with their neighbours and with the more distant civilizations of China, India and the Muslim world. The course will examine the series of transformations in Southeast Asia's 'international' system which European colonial powers brought about, and will consider Southeast Asia's influence on the emergence of the global international relations system. Particular attention will be given to the dynamic of decolonization – to the transformation of political identities and the assumptions about state identity and international relations which shaped the present configuration of the region. The course will conclude with a consideration of the making of the post-colonial state system in Southeast Asia, including the creation of the ASEAN regional architecture and attempts to build a regional security community.

In assuming a historical perspective, the course will suggest ways in which the heritage of ideas about community – and relations between communities – continues to shadow 'international relations' in the region today.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:

  1. Analyse the relations between Southeast Asian nations from a historical perspective.
  2. Evaluate different scholarly perspectives on trends in Southeast Asian history.
  3. Debate how historical and cultural processes can inform analysis of current developments.
  4. Critically assess historical documents and evaluate their purposes and audiences.
  5. Hypothesise about a topic in Southeast Asian history and apply critical analytical and research skills to produce an evidence-based argument.

Staff Feedback

Students will be given feedback in the following forms in this course:

  • Written comments
  • Verbal comments
  • Feedback to the whole class, to groups, to individuals

Student Feedback

ANU is committed to the demonstration of educational excellence and regularly seeks feedback from students. Students are encouraged to offer feedback directly to their Course Convener or through their College and Course representatives (if applicable). The feedback given in these surveys is anonymous and provides the Colleges, University Education Committee and Academic Board with opportunities to recognise excellent teaching, and opportunities for improvement. The Surveys and Evaluation website provides more information on student surveys at ANU and reports on the feedback provided on ANU courses.

Class Schedule

Week/Session Summary of Activities Assessment
1 Week 1: Introduction: course overview, political geography, and ancient origins ** Tutorials also start this week **
2 Week 2: The Indian cosmopolis, the China model, and patterns of cultural transfer
3 Week 3: Islamic and Buddhist models of international order
4 Week 4: The long sixteenth century
5 Week 5: New orders from Europe
6 Week 6: Creating colonial states and races
7 Week 7: The Japanese alternative and pan-Asianism
8 Week 8: Independence movements and nationalism
9 Week 9: New states and the challenges of independence
10 Week 10: No class, public holiday ** Research Projects due this week, Thursday 10 October **
11 Week 11: ASEAN: Creating a region
12 Week 12: Contemporary Southeast Asian states and the impact of history

Assessment Summary

Assessment task Value Due Date Return of assessment Learning Outcomes
Course Participation 10 % 25/10/2019 16/11/2019 1,2,3,4
Reflection Papers 20 % 25/08/2019 16/11/2019 2,3,4
Research Project 50 % 10/10/2019 24/10/2019 1,2,4,5
Take home exam 20 % 05/11/2019 28/11/2019 1,2,3

* If the Due Date and Return of Assessment date are blank, see the Assessment Tab for specific Assessment Task details

Policies

ANU has educational policies, procedures and guidelines, which are designed to ensure that staff and students are aware of the University’s academic standards, and implement them. Students are expected to have read the Academic Misconduct Rule before the commencement of their course. Other key policies and guidelines include:

Assessment Requirements

The ANU is using Turnitin to enhance student citation and referencing techniques, and to assess assignment submissions as a component of the University's approach to managing Academic Integrity. For additional information regarding Turnitin please visit the ANU Online website Students may choose not to submit assessment items through Turnitin. In this instance you will be required to submit, alongside the assessment item itself, hard copies of all references included in the assessment item.

Moderation of Assessment

Marks that are allocated during Semester are to be considered provisional until formalised by the College examiners meeting at the end of each Semester. If appropriate, some moderation of marks might be applied prior to final results being released.

Assessment Task 1

Value: 10 %
Due Date: 25/10/2019
Return of Assessment: 16/11/2019
Learning Outcomes: 1,2,3,4

Course Participation

Mark available via Wattle two weeks after the end of classes.

Assessment Task 2

Value: 20 %
Due Date: 25/08/2019
Return of Assessment: 16/11/2019
Learning Outcomes: 2,3,4

Reflection Papers

The reflections papers are 500 words each and should include a summary of the key points of the readings and a response to the material from classes and the readings. Further guidance will be provided in the first lecture.

Due at the end of the week (Sunday 11:55pm) for that week's content.

At least one of these reflections must be completed by week 5. The three reflection papers are equally weighted.

Will be returned one week after submission. Feedback given as comments on electronic copy.

Assessment Task 3

Value: 50 %
Due Date: 10/10/2019
Return of Assessment: 24/10/2019
Learning Outcomes: 1,2,4,5

Research Project

Students will write a research project of 4000 words. Students need to design a research question, in consultation with the lecturer, that relates to the topic of the impact of the historical past on today's state system in Southeast Asia.

Due 10 Oct 2019, 11:55 p.m.

Feedback to be provided in two weeks by means of comments on electronic copy.

Assessment Task 4

Value: 20 %
Due Date: 05/11/2019
Return of Assessment: 28/11/2019
Learning Outcomes: 1,2,3

Take home exam

During exam block, date to be negotiated with class. Mixture of short answer and essay questions, more deatils to be provided during the semester.

Final result available through Wattle two weeks after completion of the exam.

Academic Integrity

Academic integrity is a core part of our culture as a community of scholars. At its heart, academic integrity is about behaving ethically. This means that all members of the community commit to honest and responsible scholarly practice and to upholding these values with respect and fairness. The Australian National University commits to embedding the values of academic integrity in our teaching and learning. We ensure that all members of our community understand how to engage in academic work in ways that are consistent with, and actively support academic integrity. The ANU expects staff and students to uphold high standards of academic integrity and act ethically and honestly, to ensure the quality and value of the qualification that you will graduate with. The University has policies and procedures in place to promote academic integrity and manage academic misconduct. Visit the following Academic honesty & plagiarism website for more information about academic integrity and what the ANU considers academic misconduct. The ANU offers a number of services to assist students with their assignments, examinations, and other learning activities. The Academic Skills and Learning Centre offers a number of workshops and seminars that you may find useful for your studies.

Online Submission

The ANU uses Turnitin to enhance student citation and referencing techniques, and to assess assignment submissions as a component of the University's approach to managing Academic Integrity. While the use of Turnitin is not mandatory, the ANU highly recommends Turnitin is used by both teaching staff and students. For additional information regarding Turnitin please visit the ANU Online website.

Hardcopy Submission

For some forms of assessment (hand written assignments, art works, laboratory notes, etc.) hard copy submission is appropriate when approved by the Associate Dean (Education). Hard copy submissions must utilise the Assignment Cover Sheet. Please keep a copy of tasks completed for your records.

Late Submission

Late submission of assessment tasks without an extension are penalised at the rate of 5% of the possible marks available per working day or part thereof. Late submission of assessment tasks is not accepted after 10 working days after the due date, or on or after the date specified in the course outline for the return of the assessment item. Late submission is not accepted for take-home examinations.

Referencing Requirements

Accepted academic practice for referencing sources that you use in presentations can be found via the links on the Wattle site, under the file named “ANU and College Policies, Program Information, Student Support Services and Assessment”. Alternatively, you can seek help through the Students Learning Development website.

Extensions and Penalties

Extensions and late submission of assessment pieces are covered by the Student Assessment (Coursework) Policy and Procedure The Course Convener may grant extensions for assessment pieces that are not examinations or take-home examinations. If you need an extension, you must request an extension in writing on or before the due date. If you have documented and appropriate medical evidence that demonstrates you were not able to request an extension on or before the due date, you may be able to request it after the due date.

Privacy Notice

The ANU has made a number of third party, online, databases available for students to use. Use of each online database is conditional on student end users first agreeing to the database licensor’s terms of service and/or privacy policy. Students should read these carefully. In some cases student end users will be required to register an account with the database licensor and submit personal information, including their: first name; last name; ANU email address; and other information. In cases where student end users are asked to submit ‘content’ to a database, such as an assignment or short answers, the database licensor may only use the student’s ‘content’ in accordance with the terms of service — including any (copyright) licence the student grants to the database licensor. Any personal information or content a student submits may be stored by the licensor, potentially offshore, and will be used to process the database service in accordance with the licensors terms of service and/or privacy policy. If any student chooses not to agree to the database licensor’s terms of service or privacy policy, the student will not be able to access and use the database. In these circumstances students should contact their lecturer to enquire about alternative arrangements that are available.

Distribution of grades policy

Academic Quality Assurance Committee monitors the performance of students, including attrition, further study and employment rates and grade distribution, and College reports on quality assurance processes for assessment activities, including alignment with national and international disciplinary and interdisciplinary standards, as well as qualification type learning outcomes. Since first semester 1994, ANU uses a grading scale for all courses. This grading scale is used by all academic areas of the University.

Support for students

The University offers students support through several different services. You may contact the services listed below directly or seek advice from your Course Convener, Student Administrators, or your College and Course representatives (if applicable).
Rebecca Gidley
02 6125 3207
rebecca.gidley@anu.edu.au

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Rebecca Gidley

Rebecca Gidley
02 6125 3207
rebecca.gidley@anu.edu.au

Research Interests


Rebecca Gidley

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