Journal writing: Dress and hygiene - ABOVE
Students were part of a mixed-ability, multi-aged class of combined Year 9 and Year 10 students. Through journal writing, students were required to respond to and reflect on articles and experiences relating to issues in the workplace. The task was …
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A soldier’s story - Above
Students researched the experiences of an Australian soldier in World War I using the digitised material held by the National Archives of Australia, the Australian War Memorial and associated sources. They presented their findings as a written account …
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Propaganda poster: The Boxer Rebellion - Above
Students investigated the origin and purpose of the Boxer Rebellion in China at the end of the 19th century. They were asked to design a propaganda poster encouraging people to join with and support the Boxers against the western powers. Students were …
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Interview: An idea that changed the world - Above
Students worked in pairs to research one allocated progressive idea or movement from the 18th or 19th century. They were asked to identify its features and to adopt the persona of one of its leaders or proponents. Students then wrote the script for an …
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Source analysis and extended response: The Industrial Revolution - Above
Students examined four primary sources detailing working conditions in factories, mines and other operations during the Industrial Revolution. They completed four source analysis tables, recording their findings and ideas about the nature, content and …
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Digital project: Python game - ABOVE
Students were provided with a game that had been developed by previous students at the school using Python. They were required to correct any errors and to modify the game by creating additional features and functionality, for example new character races, …
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