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The aim of History is to enable students to acquire the knowledge and understanding, historical skills and values and attitudes essential to an appreciation of the past and as preparation for informed and active citizenship in a changing world.
We aim to encourage a thirst for knowledge, love of learning and a sense of enquiry into some of the most fascinating civilisations from the past. Opportunities for practical work, including craftwork and model making, and access to Internet activities are just some of the teaching strategies used to stimulate the students' interest and improve their skills.
World History is studied in Year 7 only and followed up in Years 9 and 10 with a focus on Australian history as part of the School Certificate program of study.
Content
Topic Areas - Investigating History
- Societies and Civilisations of the Past - Egypt and Greece, Medieval Societies and Early Modern Times
- Aboriginal and Indigenous Peoples, Colonisation & Contact History.
Site Study
One Mandatory Site Study will be conducted in order to enhance the students' understanding of some of the key concepts being taught. Site Studies in the past have been to the Nicholson Museum at Sydney University; Macquarie University Museum of Antiquities and the Maritime Museum. We also organise guest speakers and presenters to address the students at the College.
Assessment
Year 7 students will be required to complete four Assessment tasks throughout the year. These will vary but may include a hands on approach to history, making models and doing craft work. Other tasks include Literacy class activities, research tasks, tests or examinations. Students will also have the opportunity to participate in oral presentations. Regular homework is issued according to the College guidelines.
Text
Retroactive 1 (Second Edition)
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