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Y8 Geography – Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander place names and meanings

Students investigate the significance of landscapes and landforms to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. Students explore the names and naming of landforms and the ways that mapping and geographic information systems (GIS) can be used to represent data.
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Y8 Geography – Indigenous land management and its cultural value

Students will develop an understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples’ diverse connections to and knowledge of Australia’s landscapes and landforms. Students will also explore the role Songlines play in knowing the land, and research Indigenous land-management techniques. Resource combines ACHGK049 & ACHGK052.
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Y8 Geography – How Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities have been studied and researched over time

This resource provides a context to protocols and ethical guidelines about Indigenous culture, knowledge and language. In an examination of past research practices, students will see that ideas about what constitutes good research has changed over time. Case studies of specific artefacts and their return to communities will be examined.
ACHGS056
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Y8 Geography – Mapping land the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples’ way

This resource gives students an overview of how diverse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities used spatial strategies and positional navigation to map and navigate the land of Australia prior to and following colonisation.
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Y8 Geography – Why Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples might move to different places

Students learn key factors influencing Indigenous population mobility. Students understand the historical context. They’re encouraged to listen to First Nations people about population mobility and examine topical issues such as the BasicsCard and inner-city gentrification.
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Y8 Geography – Mapping the location of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples

This is a short resource on constructing a statistical map showing the distribution of Indigenous populations. Students are given background information on how and why First Nations people have historically been moved and displaced. This unit is complemented by the Australians Together resource for ACHGK056.
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Take a deep dive into the Learning Framework and explore our vast array of First Nations stories, activities, resources, and more. Curate your own customised learning journey to unlock the truth of our past, prompt reflection about our present, and inspire meaningful action that will bring about a brighter shared future for our nation. 

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Injustice from the impact of colonisation.

Discover our curated collection of stories, articles and statistics that expose the injustices at the heart of our nation.

Something’s not right

Who are Indigenous Australians?

First Nations disadvantage in Australia

Intergenerational trauma

The lack of treaty

The Intervention

Bob's story

Losing home Iris's story

Miliwanga's story

Separation  Ruth's story

 
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What’s it got to do with me?

Examines why this is relevant to every Australian.

Browse articles and stories that explore the ways we’re all connected, and what this means for us as Australians, collectively and individually.

What does this have to do with me?

Australia Day: answers to tricky questions

 Busting the myth of peaceful settlement

What's the fuss about Jan 26?

Mabo and Native Title

 
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Our Cultures

Everyone has culture. Know about your culture and value the culture of others.

Dive into stories and articles that explore the significance of culture and its role in building a brighter future together.

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Why are culture and identity important?

The importance of land

First Nations kinship

Aboriginal Spirituality

Bob's story

 
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My Response

Steps we can take to build a brighter future.

Find inspiration in stories and articles that show even little steps can lead to big change when we do things together.

What can I do?

Fiona's story

Mark's story

Connecting locally with First Nations communities

Attending First-Nations-led events

 

 

How do I get the most out of these resources?

The resources are designed to be flexible and modular, working around how you like to teach. You can use the resources exactly as they’re designed, or as a starting point from which to build your own lessons. Make them your own and use them to help you feel more confident in class.

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How Indigenous ecological practices can help reduce emissions 
Our resources cover a wide array of topic - not just history. For example, this Year 10 science resource provides a lesson plan that explores how First Nations approaches are being used in the fight against climate change.
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Our resources can help you plan lessons about the policies of child removal which have left a legacy of trauma and loss that continues to affect many First Nations people, their family and community today.
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F–10 science resources
Our science resources can help you look at First Nations perspectives on science, with topics ranging from Indigenous scientific observation to how Indigenous ecological practices.
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F-Y10 Curriculum resources to help unpack the complexities surrounding Australia Day
With teacher guides, student handouts, activities and more, they’re designed to help you put together a thought-provoking and engaging lesson.
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Change takes time and we’re here to provide the support you need over the long term. We’re constantly building new resources and we love to hear from educators like you. Feel free to reach out at any point and we can see how we can help. Together we can build a brighter future and a more united Australia for everyone.

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