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The Final Quarter - Characters In The Media
Lesson1 of 4 in this unit
SecondaryYear 7 - 8EnglishHumanities and Social SciencesAboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Histories and CulturesSocialEqualityHuman RightsIndigenous EducationSocial Action
Lesson Summary
Retired AFL star Adam Goodes is known to many for his resilient journey in the face of detrimental treatment by AFL spectators and the media beginning in 2013.
In this media literacy lesson, students learn how the media characterises real people. With a focus on Adam Goodes, students analyse media constructions and reflect on what is included and excluded about his character. Then, modelling media-literate practices such as seeking out further, and credible, information, students are guided to websites to gain more information about Adam Goodes. They work collaboratively to gain a fuller picture of Adam Goodes and then reflect on what they have learnt about being media-savvy consumers.
Learning intentions
Students will:
- understand how language can influence perceptions of character
- understand how the media shapes characters and how aspects of a well-rounded person are presented in simplified forms in order to present a point of view or maintain audience engagement
Success criteria
Students can:
- identify tools of characterisation used by the media
- synthesise information to create a short summary
- use visual strategies to convey information
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