LEGAL209-20B (HAM)

Law, Policy and Practice

15 Points

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Division of Arts Law Psychology & Social Sciences
Te Piringa - Faculty of Law

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Convenor(s)

Myra Williamson

Myra Williamson
9119
N.5.18
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myra.williamson@waikato.ac.nz

Lecturer(s)

Fanaafi Aiono-Le Tagaloa

Fanaafi Aiono-Le Tagaloa
4836
N.5.22
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fanaafi.aiono-letagaloa@waikato.ac.nz

Paulette Benton-Greig

Paulette Benton-Greig
7724
N.5.09
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paulette.benton-greig@waikato.ac.nz

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Paper Description

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This paper examines the policy process in New Zealand and the translation of policy into law, through an integrated consideration of both theory and practice.
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Paper Structure

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There is one 2-hour lecture each week. This is supported by one 1-hour tutorial per week starting from week 3 of the semester. Students are expected to attend all lectures and tutorials. In addition, students must engage online through Moodle to obtain access to readings and participate in online group discussions from time to time.
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Learning Outcomes

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Students who successfully complete the paper should be able to:

  • Demonstrate an understanding of policy-making and law-making processes in New Zealand and how the two connect with one another.
    Linked to the following assessments:
    • Tutorial preparation and participation (1)
    • Research Proposal (2)
    • Policy Submisssion (3)
    • Research Paper (4)
    • Oral Presentation on Research Paper (5)
  • Demonstrate a broad understanding of what "policy" means, including an understanding of various policy models, how policy is made, by whom, and how it is implemented in New Zealand.
    Linked to the following assessments:
    • Policy Submisssion (3)
    • Research Paper (4)
  • Develop and demonstrate critical thinking skills in relation to the analysis of law and policy and the connection between them.
    Linked to the following assessments:
    • Tutorial preparation and participation (1)
    • Research Paper (4)
  • Understand the relationship between law and public policy including relevant institutions and processes.
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  • Demonstrate an understanding of the economic aspects of policy-making in New Zealand.
    Linked to the following assessments:
    • Tutorial preparation and participation (1)
  • Develop an understanding of the impact of human rights on the policy-making process in New Zealand
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    • Tutorial preparation and participation (1)
  • Develop an awareness of selected impact assessment tools: what they are, why they exist and how they are used.
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  • Develop digital literacy skills as demonstrated by an ability to locate, evaluate, analyse and utilize online sources and tools.
    Linked to the following assessments:
    • Tutorial preparation and participation (1)
    • Research Proposal (2)
    • Policy Submisssion (3)
    • Research Paper (4)
  • Express and defend their ideas clearly both orally and in writing.
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    • Oral Presentation on Research Paper (5)
  • Demonstrate the ability to write a coherent research-based policy submission, a research proposal with appropriate sections and a research paper on topics that interest the student.
    Linked to the following assessments:
    • Research Proposal (2)
    • Policy Submisssion (3)
    • Research Paper (4)
  • Provide and receive constructive feedback for the purposes of continuous improvement.
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Assessment

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The assessment components will be discussed in the first lecture. A task-sheet and a grading rubric will be available for each task so that students have a clear idea, in advance of submission, of what is expected to be able to achieve at the desired level in that task.
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Assessment Components

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The internal assessment/exam ratio (as stated in the University Calendar) is 100:0. There is no final exam. The final exam makes up 0% of the overall mark.

The internal assessment/exam ratio (as stated in the University Calendar) is 100:0 or 0:0, whichever is more favourable for the student. The final exam makes up either 0% or 0% of the overall mark.

Component DescriptionDue Date TimePercentage of overall markSubmission MethodCompulsory
1. Tutorial preparation and participation
10
  • In Class: In Tutorial
2. Research Proposal
7 Aug 2020
12:00 PM
15
  • Online: Submit through Moodle
3. Policy Submisssion
29 Aug 2020
12:00 PM
30
  • Online: Submit through Moodle
4. Research Paper
28 Sep 2020
12:00 PM
33
  • Online: Submit through Moodle
5. Oral Presentation on Research Paper
12 Oct 2020
12:00 PM
12
  • Presentation: In Class
Assessment Total:     100    
Failing to complete a compulsory assessment component of a paper will result in an IC grade
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Required and Recommended Readings

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Required Readings

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R Shaw and C Eichbaum Public Policy in New Zealand - Institutions, Processes and Outcomes (3rd ed, Pearson, Auckland, 2011).

[Note: copies of Shaw and Eichbaum can be borrowed from the library, purchased from the campus bookstore or purchased directly from the publisher, Pearson. Our enquiries have so far not elicited an electronic copy of this book.]

M Chen Public Law Toolbox (2nd Ed, LexisNexis, Wellington, 2014).

[Note: there is an electronic copy of this book available in the library catalogue so purchase is not necessary.]

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Recommended Readings

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A Geddis, Electoral Law in New Zealand: Policy and Practice (2nd ed, LexisNexis, Wellington, 2014).

P Roth and G Taylor Access to Information (2nd ed, LexisNexis, Wellington, 2016).

M Moran, M Rein & R Goodin The Oxford Handbook of Public Policy (Oxford, Oxford University Press, 2006).

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Other Resources

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A number of online resources will be provided throughout the course, through Moodle. Many websites have information that will be utilised in lectures including the following:

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Online Support

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Online support will be provided through Moodle. All students will be required to log into Moodle in the first week and remain engaged throughout the duration of the course.
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Workload

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As a 15-point paper, the expected workload is 150 hours across the semester.
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Linkages to Other Papers

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This paper has linkages with LEGAL208 Law of the Public Sphere and LEGAL 210 Maori Law and the Treaty. The content covered in each is relevant to and interconnected with the other.

This paper also has clear linkages with LEGAL103, LEGAL104 and LEGAL106 in the sense that this paper builds on the knowledge and skills already developed in the 100-level courses.

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