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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Research the context of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander cultural material
  2. Identify relevant sources of information on cultural material and the context for its interpretation
  3. Use formal and informal research techniques in a culturally appropriate manner to access information
  4. Critically evaluate the validity of the range of interpretations of cultural material and the cultural relevance to its traditional custodians
  5. Assess post-colonial interpretation of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander cultural material
  6. Critically evaluate the ways in which different aspects of post-colonisation history have affected the interpretation of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander cultural material
  7. Critically evaluate collections in relation to the context in which materials were collected and interpreted and the respect shown for cultural protocols in sourcing, handling and exhibiting cultural material
  8. Assess ways in which interpretations by those other than traditional custodians may have impacted on communities and/or individuals
  9. Develop approaches to the interpretation of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander cultural material
  10. Identify and explore potential new and appropriate approaches to the interpretation of cultural material based on knowledge and understanding of consultation with traditional custodians and respect for their wishes
  11. Integrate the concept and practice of community consultation within interpretive approaches
  12. Develop substantiated positions for interpretive approaches
  13. Enhance interpretative approaches by challenging and adapting own ideas
  14. Communicate new approaches to stakeholders
  15. Identify key stakeholders in the interpretation and exhibition of cultural material, including traditional custodians
  16. Consult and negotiate ways with stakeholders in culturally appropriate ways to interpret Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander cultural material in accordance with wishes of traditional custodians

Required Skills

Required skills

research and criticalthinking skills to analyse interpret and present complex and varied references for application to cultural material

literacy skills to critically evaluate and communicate ideas and concepts surrounding cultural material

Required knowledge

broad range of sources of information about postcolonial history theory and cultural practice relating to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander cultural material

key aspects of postcolonial history and its impact on the collection and interpretation of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander cultural material

copyright moral rights and intellectual property issues and legislation with particular reference to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander cultural material

cultural protocols and appropriate consultations for the movement storage and maintenance of cultural material in the relevant contexttype of display

cultural protocols for the exhibition of cultural material in the relevant community context

Evidence Required

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria required skills and knowledge range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Evidence of the following is essential

sound knowledge of information sources for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander cultural material

knowledge of cultural protocols and practices as well as appropriate consultative processes in seeking information

application of research and analytical skills to evaluate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander cultural material and its context

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure

involvement in the assessment process of persons approved of by Elders appropriate persons or custodians of the relevant community

access to sources of information on Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander cultural material

Method of assessment

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge The following examples are appropriate for this unit

direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of onthejob performance by the candidate

project to research a specific collection of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander cultural material

project to research and document the cultural significance of particular objects

case studies to assess ability to research and use different types of information in the analysis of cultural material

oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of cultural material

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector workplace and job role is recommended for example

CULMSB Work with Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander cultural material

CULMS001B Work with Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander cultural material

other collection and exhibition management units

Range Statement

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Relevant sources of information may include:

community members (family groups, cultural educators, Elders)

libraries

museums

archives

cultural centres

community organisations

Indigenous units within local, state or national bodies

Cultural material may be:

part of an existing collection (public or private)

not yet part of a collection

held by the local Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander community or broader community

held by an organisation external to the community

held by individuals

in the care of traditional custodians

The context of cultural material may relate to:

pre-colonisation cultural practices

post-colonisation collection and interpretive practices

cultural/spiritual significance of cultural material to community

the way material was acquired and historical view of Indigenous collections

treatment of collection materials

dispersal of skeletal remains and cultural materials within and outside of Australia

men's or women's business

secret or non-secret business

rarity

locality

Formal and informal research techniques may include:

discussion

note taking, listing

interviews

questionnaires

critical discourse

analysis

reflection

comparing information

summation

judgement

observation

Information may relate to:

philosophy

Indigenous world views

effects of colonisation on Indigenous lives and cultures

dreaming stories

world histories

cultural issues

spiritual beliefs

aesthetics

politics

gender and identity issues

land and place - traditional custodians of Country

signs and symbols in cultural practice

evaluative criticism in relation to interpretations made by post-colonial interpreters

oral histories

Cultural protocols may relate to:

acquisition of material

transportation

storage

written documentation on cultural materials

exhibition

geographic location

degree of consultation with traditional custodians

respect for the wishes of traditional custodians

New and appropriate approaches to interpretation may relate to:

local Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander community involvement

different perceptions of both pre and post-colonial history

interpretation in the context of post-colonial effects and behaviours

local history

oral histories

appropriate consultation with traditional custodians

respect for the wishes of traditional custodians

industry/sector debate

Challenging and adapting ideas may include:

comparing

contrasting

reflecting

critiquing

judging

considering merit

discussing and debating

Key stakeholders may include:

Indigenous communities, including traditional custodians

current holders of collections (private and public)

cultural centres

Indigenous units within local, state and national bodies

museum/heritage organisations