Lesson summary
Companies are always trying to tell you what to think and how to feel. However, it’s in your power to not just ignore them, but to use their own words against them. In this activity, you’ll learn about the power of ‘subversion’ and play with ways to rebel against what companies want you to think.
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Lesson details
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Curriculum codes:
Ideal for: Lower Secondary, Upper Secondary Year 7 – 9
Themes:
- be creative
- think and connect
Time required: 20-30 minutes
Curriculum connections: English, Literacy, Critical and Creative Thinking, Personal and Social Capability
Resources required
- A printed copy of the Example Advertisement or another similar advertisement
- Markers or other writing materials
Additional info
Learning@Home resources are designed for parents and teachers to use with children in the home environment. They can be used as stand-alone activities or built into existing curriculum-aligned learning programs. Our Learning@Home series includes two types of resources. The first are fun and challenging real-world activities for all ages, the second are self-directed lessons for upper primary and secondary students. These lessons support independent learning in remote or school settings.
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