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The Final Quarter - Revealing Racism
Lesson3 of 3 in this unit
SecondaryYear 9 - 10Humanities and Social SciencesAboriginal 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.
This lesson focuses on the continued booing of Adam Goodes during 2015. Students view clips from The Final Quarter and critically evaluate some of the diverse perspectives that were present in the media at the time. Students consider the different types of racism and unpack myths and subtleties of racism, linking these concepts back to the booing of Adam Goodes. Through a role-play, students develop a proposal for how the AFL might have resolved the booing.
Learning intentions
Students will:
- understand that there are different types of racism, and all of them are harmful
- understand that racism isn't always obvious to everyone, but that doesn't mean it doesn't have an impact
- understand that commercial media is powerful and is in a position to persuade vast numbers of people to believe in a particular perspective
- understand the responsibility of sports organisations, such as the AFL, to care for its players and make a stand against racism.
Success criteria
Students can:
- analyse the issue of booing in sport from various perspectives
- evaluate the role of the supporters in establishing atmosphere and safety for each other and the players
- identify the implications of booing of an individual player, including harm caused by bullying and racism.
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