The Final Quarter - Media And Influence

The unit describes five different lessons centered around the documentary "The Final Quarter" and the story of retired AFL star Adam Goodes. The lessons aim to teach students about inclusive communities, the role of celebrities in social advocacy, diversity in media, and how social structures influence people's understanding of social issues. Each lesson involves watching the trailer or the full film and includes discussions, reflections, and activities for students to engage with. Teachers are advised to communicate with parents and guardians of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students before showing the film and/or engaging in the teaching resources.

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.