Narratives of Illness and Well-being (10192.1)
Please note these are the 2023 details for this unit
| Available teaching periods | Delivery mode | Location |
|---|---|---|
| View teaching periods | On-Campus |
UC - Canberra, Bruce |
| EFTSL | Credit points | Faculty |
| 0.125 | 3 | Faculty Of Health |
| Discipline | Study level | HECS Bands |
| Discipline Of Nursing | Level 1 - Undergraduate Introductory Unit | Band 1 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan 2021) Band 1 2021 (Commenced Before 1 Jan 2021) |
The objective of this unit is for students to further their personal journey towards becoming a reflexive practitioner. 'Narratives of illness and well-being' is founded on the premise that people have unique experiences in response to health and life changing illness. Each person has a story of how they adapt and reorganise their perspectives. In the unit, students are invited to listen to and engage with the stories of consumers of healthcare and reflect on their own stories.
Engagement with narrative can profoundly affect the reflexive practitioner, and inform a trajectory of personal and professional growth. Students who undertake this unit will learn how stories inform health practices. Students will examine the complex meanings behind the constructs of culture, health, wellness, illness, and disease, with particular emphasis on contemporary Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander (Indigenous) stories. Students will critically engage with perspective, identify strength and resilience. In doing so, students will gain the fundamental skills to absorb, interpret, and re-interpret narratives. The intention of the unit will be to support students in building the capacity to further their own journey towards humane, ethical, and reflexive practice.
1. Recognise strength in self, others and communities;
2. Develop the ability to examine reflexively with narratives of illness and well-being using diverse media;
3. Recognise and discuss strengths and capabilities of individuals and communities;
4. Recognise and explain the importance of reflexive engagement in professional practice;
5. Articulate their own process of personal and professional integrative identity formation; and
6. Respectfully discuss Australian stories of vulnerability and growth; especially with regard to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
1. UC graduates are professional - display initiative and drive, and use their organisation skills to plan and manage their workload
1. UC graduates are professional - employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills
1. UC graduates are professional - take pride in their professional and personal integrity
1. UC graduates are professional - use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems
1. UC graduates are professional - work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict
2. UC graduates are global citizens - adopt an informed and balanced approach across professional and international boundaries
2. UC graduates are global citizens - behave ethically and sustainably in their professional and personal lives
2. UC graduates are global citizens - communicate effectively in diverse cultural and social settings
Engagement with narrative can profoundly affect the reflexive practitioner, and inform a trajectory of personal and professional growth. Students who undertake this unit will learn how stories inform health practices. Students will examine the complex meanings behind the constructs of culture, health, wellness, illness, and disease, with particular emphasis on contemporary Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander (Indigenous) stories. Students will critically engage with perspective, identify strength and resilience. In doing so, students will gain the fundamental skills to absorb, interpret, and re-interpret narratives. The intention of the unit will be to support students in building the capacity to further their own journey towards humane, ethical, and reflexive practice.
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:1. Recognise strength in self, others and communities;
2. Develop the ability to examine reflexively with narratives of illness and well-being using diverse media;
3. Recognise and discuss strengths and capabilities of individuals and communities;
4. Recognise and explain the importance of reflexive engagement in professional practice;
5. Articulate their own process of personal and professional integrative identity formation; and
6. Respectfully discuss Australian stories of vulnerability and growth; especially with regard to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Graduate attributes
1. UC graduates are professional - communicate effectively1. UC graduates are professional - display initiative and drive, and use their organisation skills to plan and manage their workload
1. UC graduates are professional - employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills
1. UC graduates are professional - take pride in their professional and personal integrity
1. UC graduates are professional - use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems
1. UC graduates are professional - work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict
2. UC graduates are global citizens - adopt an informed and balanced approach across professional and international boundaries
2. UC graduates are global citizens - behave ethically and sustainably in their professional and personal lives
2. UC graduates are global citizens - communicate effectively in diverse cultural and social settings
Prerequisites
None.Corequisites
Must be enrolled in 364JA Bachelor of Nursing or 365JA Bachelor of Nursing Advanced.Incompatible units
None.Equivalent units
None.Assumed knowledge
None.
Availability for enrolment in 2023 is subject to change and may not be confirmed until closer to the teaching start date.
| Year | Location | Teaching period | Teaching start date | Delivery mode | Unit convener |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | UC - Canberra, Bruce | Semester 2 | 01 August 2022 | On-Campus | Ms Alicia Hind |
| 2023 | UC - Canberra, Bruce | Semester 2 | 31 July 2023 | On-Campus | Ms Alicia Hind |
The information provided should be used as a guide only. Timetables may not be finalised until week 2 of the teaching period and are subject to change. Search for the unit
timetable.
Required texts
- There is no primary text for this unit.
- Required readings for this unit will be drawn from a range of sources including peer reviewed publications, supporting texts and government documents.
Submission of assessment items
Extensions & Late submissions
- Assessment items must be submitted to the assignment area in the unit's UCLearn site, relating to that piece of assessment. It is the student's responsibility to upload the correct and corresponding draft of assessment item to the right section.
Special assessment requirements
Moderation
- Moderation will be undertaken for assessment items to ensure that marking is fair and consistent. Moderation will take place in line with the Faculty of Health guidelines and the university assessment procedures document https://www.canberra.edu.au/Policies/PolicyProcedure/Index/369
Extension
- Students can apply for an extension to the submission due date for an assessment item through extenuating, evidenced circumstances (specific details are found in the Assessment Procedures).
- Extensions must be applied for before the due date. Documentary evidence (e.g. medical certificate) will be expected for an extension to be granted, however this will not guarantee that the application will be successful. The Unit Convener or relevant Program Director will decide whether to grant an extension and the length of the extension.
- An Assignment Extension form is available from the Student Forms page.
Late submission
- Late submissions will only be accepted for a limited period. If more than one late submission is made within that period, only the first late submission will be accepted for marking and may be subject to penalties as detailed in the Assessment Procedures.
- Late submission of assignments without an approved extension will result in a penalty of 5% reduced marks from the total available, per calendar day late. An assignment submitted over 7 days late will not be accepted.
Academic integrity
Students have a responsibility to uphold University standards on ethical scholarship. Good scholarship involves building on the work of others and use of others' work must be acknowledged with proper attribution made. Cheating, plagiarism, and falsification of data are dishonest practices that contravene academic values. Refer to the University's Student Charter for more information.
To enhance understanding of academic integrity, all students are expected to complete the Academic Integrity Module (AIM) at least once during their course of study. You can access this module within UCLearn (Canvas) through the 'Academic Integrity and Avoiding Plagiarism' link in the Study Help site.
Use of Text-Matching Software
The University of Canberra uses text-matching software to help students and staff reduce plagiarism and improve understanding of academic integrity. The software matches submitted text in student assignments against material from various sources: the internet, published books and journals, and previously submitted student texts.
Learner engagement
Please familiarise yourself with Canvas and use the Canvas help options as required.
Inclusion and engagement
- Any student with a reasonable adjustment plan (RAP) is asked to contact the unit convenor if they wish to enact this plan for support with assessments or classroom engagement or Online engagement.
Participation requirements
- For 2020, given the unpredictable nature of the COVID – 19 pandemic and to ensure that students and staff remain safe and compliant with physical distancing recommendations, this unit will be delivered online; there is no face to face teaching.
- It is expected that students participate in all learning opportunities in this unit, and complete all activities within the learning modules, including directed and self directed study, and actively participate in scheduled online sessions via the Canvas Virtual Room. Participating in class discussions to clarify concepts and to develop confidence with professional communication and verbally expressing ideas can be helpful for students and also supports the learning of student peers (see NMBA RN Standards for Practice 2016 Standard 2 and related criterion https://www.nursingmidwiferyboard.gov.au/Codes-Guidelines-Statements/Professional-standards/registered-nurse-standards-for-practice.aspx
- Furthermore, participation in virtual sessions enables students to ask questions and develop professional behaviours and accountability for safe practice.
Required IT skills
Please note Section 4 B: materials required. You will require computer skills to access the internet and be able to upload to the ‘Canvas' university site written submissions using ‘word' and PowerPoint formats. This unit may involve online meetings in real time using a virtual room. To participate verbally, rather than just typing, you will need a microphone. For best audio quality we recommend a microphone and speaker headset. For more information and to test your computer, please visit the UCLearn Student Help link.
Work placement, internships or practicums
None
