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The Final Quarter - Cultures Of Australia
Lesson1 of 3 in this unit
PrimaryYear 5 - 6Humanities and Social SciencesCivics and CitizenshipAboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Histories and CulturesHealth and Physical EducationHealthPhysical EducationSocialEqualityHuman 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 lesson, students consider what it means to be Australian. They unpack existing preconceptions about Australian culture and consider the vital importance of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures in building our national identity. Students then develop and implement a social action project in order to increase their understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.
Learning intentions
Students will:
- understand that relationships are important in building connections and learning about others
- understand the importance of listening to different stories and perspectives
- understand that they can take action to ensure that all people in their school have a voice and feel safe to express themselves
- understand the importance of acknowledging Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories and cultures
Success criteria
Students can:
- identify opportunities to connect with others in order to learn and grow
- listen objectively to the stories of others to develop their understanding of, and respect for, diversity
- develop ideas for actions to assist them to extend their knowledge and understanding of social and cultural groups within their community
- take action as individuals or part of a group to support all people to feel safe, included and appreciated
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