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The Final Quarter - Freedom of Expression
Lesson3 of 3 in this unit
SecondaryYear 7 - 8Humanities and Social SciencesCivics and CitizenshipAboriginal 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 lesson, students will investigate what ‘freedom of expression’ means and make connections to real world examples in the media. To activate prior knowledge, they will identify key terms in a definition jumble activity and use these terms to help develop their own definition of freedom of expression. Students will watch a clip from the feature documentary The Final Quarter and reflect on how they feel and what they think about Adam Goodes’ 2015 ‘war cry’ goal celebration. Students will then be given an opportunity to work in groups to analyse a range of media commentaries about the war cry and form their own conclusions about freedom of expression in Australia.
Learning intentions
Students will:
- understand what 'freedom of expression' means in Australia
- understand the importance to actively listen to the voices and perspectives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
- understand the importance of freedom of expression in supporting people to feel a sense of belonging and empowerment
Success criteria
Students can:
- define key terms relevant to understanding freedom of expression in Australia (e.g. democracy, constitution, constitutional recognition, discrimination, vilification, racism)
- create their own definition of 'freedom of expression'
- identify ways in which Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples express their identities and culture
- explain the importance of listening to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives
- analyse media commentary about expression of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island peoples identities and cultures
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