Studying online
There are now 2 possible online modes for units:
Units with modes Online timetabled and Online flexible are available for any student to self-enrol and study online.
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Unit Overview
- Description
This unit investigates what methods of dispute resolution are available other than litigation. It surveys the various dispute resolution processes including negotiation, mediation, arbitration and mixed processes. The overall objectives are to give students some familiarity with the processes, rudimentary skills in using them and some experience in choosing the most appropriate process to use to resolve a particular dispute. The unit includes exercises which examine students' adversarial and competitive attitudes and challenge students to change or modify their behaviour and attitudes. The unit seeks to moderate the influence of the traditional law school experience by exposing students to the increasing body of knowledge and insight which now exists on how conflict may be dealt with in our society without resorting to litigation.
- Credit
- 6 points
- Outcomes
Students are able to (1) explain conflict management as an opportunity for empowerment, recognition and reconciliation; (2) advise clients on how to recognise disputes that are suitable for alternative dispute resolution (ADR) and how to participate in ADR processes; (3) demonstrate an understanding of negotiation skills and aptitudes; (4) describe and distinguish among a variety of styles of ADR; (5) analyse a dispute to determine its nature and cause, and the efficacy of ADR in resolving it; (6) describe and explain a basic model of mediation including the roles of mediators and participants; (7) make an assessment of the knowledge, skills and aptitudes that are needed in ADR processes; and (8) critically evaluate the use of ADR in particular areas of law.
- Assessment
Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) a presentation of a group tutorial (20 per cent); (2) a 9000- to 10,000-word essay (50 per cent); (3) a journal of experiential exercises conducted throughout the semester (15 per cent); and (4) a small in-class test in the last week of semester (15 per cent). Further information is available in the unit outline.
Student may be offered supplementary assessment in this unit if they meet the eligibility criteria.
- Unit Coordinator(s)
- Associate Professor Jill Howieson
- Contact hours
- seminars: 3 hours per week
- Text
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Alexander, N. and Howieson, J. Negotiation: Strategy Styles Skills, 2nd edn: LexisNexis Butterworths 2010
- The availability of units in Semester 1, 2, etc. was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change.
- All students are responsible for identifying when they need assistance to improve their academic learning, research, English language and numeracy skills; seeking out the services and resources available to help them; and applying what they learn. Students are encouraged to register for free online support through GETSmart; to help themselves to the extensive range of resources on UWA's STUDYSmarter website; and to participate in WRITESmart and (ma+hs)Smart drop-ins and workshops.
- Unit readings, including any essential textbooks, are listed in the unit outline for each unit, one week prior the commencement of study. The unit outline will be available via the LMS and the UWA Handbook one week prior the commencement of study. Reading lists and essential textbooks are subject to change each semester. Information on essential textbooks will also be made available on the Essential Textbooks. This website is updated regularly in the lead up to semester so content may change. It is recommended that students purchase essential textbooks for convenience due to the frequency with which they will be required during the unit. A limited number of textbooks will be made available from the Library in print and will also be made available online wherever possible. Essential textbooks can be purchased from the commercial vendors to secure the best deal. The Student Guild can provide assistance on where to purchase books if required. Books can be purchased second hand at the Guild Secondhand bookshop (second floor, Guild Village), which is located on campus.
- Contact hours provide an indication of the type and extent of in-class activities this unit may contain. The total amount of student work (including contact hours, assessment time, and self-study) will approximate 150 hours per 6 credit points.
Face to face
Predominantly face-to-face. On campus attendance required to complete this unit. May have accompanying resources online.
Online flexible
100% Online Unit. NO campus face-to-face attendance is required to complete this unit. All study requirements are online only. Unit is asynchronous delivery, with NO requirement for students to participate online at specific times.
Online timetabled
100% Online Unit. NO campus face-to-face attendance is required to complete this unit. All study requirements are online only. Unit includes some synchronous components, with a requirement for students to participate online at specific times.
Online Restricted
Not available for self-enrolment. Students access this mode by contacting their student office through AskUWA. 100% Online Unit.
NO campus face-to-face attendance. All study and assessment requirements are online only. Unit includes some timetabled activities, with a requirement for students to participate online at specific times. In exceptional cases (noted in the Handbook) students may be required to participate in face-to-face laboratory classes when a return to UWA’s Crawley campus becomes possible in order to be awarded a final grade.
External
No attendance or regular contact is required, and all study requirements are completed either via correspondence and/or online submission.
Off-campus
Regular attendance is not required, but student attends the institution face to face on an agreed schedule for purposes of supervision and/or instruction.
Multi-mode
Multiple modes of delivery. Unit includes a mix of online and on-campus study requirements. On campus attendance for some activities is required to complete this unit.