The Final Quarter - Being Australian

These are a series of lesson plans that focus on the experiences of retired AFL star Adam Goodes and the documentary film "The Final Quarter." The lessons aim to promote discussion and critical thinking about themes such as inclusion, national identity, and freedom of expression. The lessons recommend that students view the film in its entirety before participating in subsequent activities. It is also important for teachers to communicate with parents and guardians of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students before playing the film and/or engaging with the teaching and learning resources, given the content.

You're an expert on your class and students. Creating a supportive and caring learning environment is what you do every day and is key to the successful delivery of these resources. Some ways you can support your students when teaching with these resources include

• promoting a sense of belonging and respect in your classroom at the onset of all lessons to establish an environment that will nurture and support the psychological needs of all students
• offering emotional support in a sensitive manner to the whole class as well as individuals identified as at-risk as a priority
• being especially mindful of and sensitive to students with a history of racism, bullying, mental health challenges, family and/or cultural dislocation and members of any minority groups.