Unit Outline

This unit introduces students to a variety of non-judicial dispute resolution processes. Each dispute resolution process will be introduced from both a theoretical and practical perspective. The extent to which processes are used and in what contexts will be considered. By the end of the unit, students should have an improved understanding about the circumstances in which various dispute resolution options are appropriate and an ability to match disputes to process options. Skills of problem solving, reflective practice, conflict management, collaboration and dispute resolution will be encouraged through group learning experiences. There will be an opportunity to role play different participants in dispute resolution processes, including parties, lawyers, third parties and observers. The assessment includes a research assignment.

Intended Learning Outcomes

As per the Assessment and Results Policy 1.3, your results will reflect your achievement against specified learning outcomes.

On completion of this unit, you will be able to:


1.	identify, explain, justify and critique the nature and theories of various dispute resolution processes.
2.	reflect upon and analyse your learning about dispute resolution skills and techniques.
3.	diagnose disputes and match them to appropriate dispute resolution process options.
4.	critically analyse and problem-solve issues arising in non-judicial dispute resolution processes.
5.	communicate and collaborate effectively.

Requisites


REQUISITE TYPE	REQUISITES
Pre-requisite	50 credit points of Introductory units - to do this unit it is recommended that you have completed LAW107

Alterations as a result of student feedback

The assessment tasks and expectations have been revised to provide clearer guidelines for students to support meaningful engagement and higher quality work.

How will I be Assessed?

For more detailed assessment information please see MyLO.

Assessment schedule


ASSESSMENT TASK #	ASSESSMENT TASK NAME	DATE DUE	WEIGHT	LINKS TO INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES
Assessment Task 1:	Portfolio	Refer to Assessment Description	50 %	LO1, LO2, LO3, LO4, LO5
Assessment Task 2:	Research Paper	Refer to Assessment Description	50 %	LO1, LO4, LO5

Assessment details

Assessment Task 1: Portfolio

Task Description:

Portfolio of work from workshops. Throughout the unit, you will be reflecting upon your learning. After each workshop, you will respond to the following questions on a discussion board:
1. Explain a theoretical concept, technique or ethical issue involved in the workshop topics, with reference to at least one related reading;
2. Identify a dispute related factor in a hypothetical scenario or role play activity, and explain how that factor affected the suitability of, or techniques appropriate in, the dispute resolution process;
3. Identify something you learnt about yourself through a learning activity (for example, your skills, tendencies, or professional identity) and explain how you will apply that learning in the future; and
4. Reflect upon your experience of working with others, giving feedback, and/or problem solving with your peers.
These reflections will be made within 24 hours of each workshop.
You will review your reflections twice during the intensive and prepare a short synthesis. This could be a selection or an overall 'meta-reflection' combining two or more individual reflections.
Each synthesis can either be a 500 word written piece or a 3 minute video. It will be submitted to the relevant assignment DropBox on MyLO.
The two syntheses will be graded and marking criteria carry equal weight.
Feedback will be provided about the first synthesis to support improvement for the second.
The first of the two reflective syntheses will synthesise reflections from Workshops 1, 2, 3, and/or 4. This will be due during Week 2 of the intensive, after workshop 4.
The second of the two reflective syntheses will synthesise reflections from Workshops 5, 6 and/or 7. This will be due during Week 3 of the intensive, after workshop 5.

The first synthesis is due on Wednesday 10th July.
The second synthesis is due on Wednesday 17th July.

Task Length:

2 x 500 words or 3 minutes (25% each)

Due Date:

Refer to Assessment Description (10/Jul/2024)

Weight:

50 %

CRITERION #

CRITERION

MEASURES INTENDED

LEARNING OUTCOME(S)


1	Identify, explain, justify or critique the theory, techniques and/or ethical issues involved.	LO1, LO4
2	Apply knowledge to the facts to diagnose dispute resolution needs.	LO3
3	Self-reflect critically upon learning and participation.	LO2, LO5
4	Communicate and collaborate effectively	LO5

Assessment Task 2: Research Paper

Task Description:

You will conduct your own preliminary research to identify a research topic that responds to the question posed on MyLO.

There are three items that you will produce from your research assignment:
1. Topic proposal – a template will be provided in MyLO. Due Week 1 of the intensive.
2. Research Essay of 3000 words. Due at the end of the intensive.
3. Either a blog post of 300-500 words or a 3 minute vlog post. This item should present your “elevator pitch” of your research assignment to a general audience. Due at the end of the intensive.
Feedback will be provided about the topic proposal.
Both the research essay and blog or vlog post will be graded, and the grade standard will be assessed against both items combined.
Supporting resources and assessment rubrics containing standards descriptors are on MyLO.
Criteria are weighted equally.

Task Length:

3000 words plus 500 words or 3 minutes

Due Date:

Refer to Assessment Description (21/Jul/2024)

Weight:

50 %

How your final result is determined

To pass this unit, you need to demonstrate your attainment of each of the Intended Learning Outcomes, achieve a final unit grade of 50% or greater, and pass any hurdle tasks.

Submission of assignments

Where practicable, assignments should be submitted to an assignment submission folder in MYLO. You must submit assignments by the due date or receive a penalty (unless an extension of time has been approved by the Unit Coordinator). Students submitting any assignment in hard copy, or because of a practicum finalisation, must attach a student cover sheet and signed declaration for the submission to be accepted for marking.

Academic integrity

Academic integrity is about acting responsibly, honestly, ethically, and collegially when using, producing, and communicating information with other students and staff members.

In written work, you must correctly reference the work of others to maintain academic integrity. To find out the referencing style for this unit, see the assessment information in the MyLO site, or contact your teaching staff. For more detail about Academic Integrity, see Important Guidelines & Support.

Requests for extensions

If you are unable to submit an assessment task by the due date, you should apply for an extension.

A request for an extension should first be discussed with your Unit Coordinator or teaching support team where possible. A request for an extension must be submitted by the assessment due date, except where you can provide evidence it was not possible to do so. Typically, an application for an extension will be supported by documentary evidence: however, where it is not possible for you to provide evidence please contact your Unit Coordinator.

The Unit Coordinator must notify you of the outcome of an extension request within 3 working days of receiving the request.

Late penalties

Assignments submitted after the deadline will receive a late penalty of 5% of the original available mark for each calendar day (or part day) that the assignment is late. Late submissions will not be accepted more than 10 calendar days after the due date, or after assignments have been returned to other students on a scheduled date, whichever occurs first. Further information on Late Penalties can be found on the Assessments and Results Procedure.

Review of results and appeals

You are entitled to ask for a review of the marking and grading of your assessment task if there is an irregularity in the marking standards or an error in the process for determining the outcome of an assessment. Details on how to request a review of a mark for an assignment are outlined in the Review and Appeal of Academic Decisions Procedure.