First Contacts
Objectives
Students:
Students:
*develop knowledge and understanding about the nature of history and key changes and developments from the past
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*develop knowledge and understanding about key historical concepts and develop the skills to undertake the process of historical inquiry
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Content
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This topic introduces world history and the movements of peoples. Beginning with the history of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, students examine European exploration and colonisation in Australia and throughout the world up to the early 1800s. Students examine the impact of exploration on other societies, how these societies interacted with newcomers, and how these experiences contributed to their cultural diversity.
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Outcomes
HT2-1
identifies celebrations and commemorations of significance in Australia and the world |
HT2-2
describes and explains how significant individuals, groups and events contributed to changes in the local community over time |
HT2-5
applies skills of historical inquiry and communication |
Key Inquiry Questions
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*Who lived here first and how do we know?
*How has our community changed? What features have been lost and what features have been retained? *What is the nature of the contribution made by different groups and individuals in the community? *How and why do people choose to remember significant events of the past? |