This unit provides an introduction to some of the issues affecting Aboriginal people within the Australian/Western Australian education system. The unit begins with an examination of the historical relationship between Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal Australia and the impact of governmental policies and practices on all aspects of life and in particular education. 'Aboriginal education' is considered in the context of social justice and Indigenous rights issues which continue to affect Aboriginal people and their relationships with the wider Australian community.<br/><br/>With the help of Indigenous and non-Indigenous guest speakers, the unit examines the dissemination of information about... -- Course Website
Instructor: Assistant Professor Clint Bracknell