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.

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

New AT2 will build from workshop learning rather than a stand alone research task.

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:	Dispute Diagnosis Problem	Refer to Assessment Description	50 %	LO1, LO3, 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 post reflections on a discussion board.
You will review your reflections twice during the teaching period 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.

Task Length:

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

Due Date:

Refer to Assessment Description

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: Dispute Diagnosis Problem

Task Description:

You will advise a client about dispute resolution options to suit their problem, delivered in a one hour online test format. You will meet individually with the assessor to discuss the advice that you have given the client and your reasoning behind it.

Task Length:

1 hour online test plus 30 minutes meeting

Due Date:

Refer to Assessment Description

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.

Academic progress review

The results for this unit may be included in a review of your academic progress. For information about progress reviews and what they mean for all students, see Academic Progress Review in the Student Portal.

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.