Seriously Social learning materials are developed in partnership with Australia’s leading social scientists and reviewed by independent experts. All materials are linked to the Australian Curriculum Version 9.0.
Seriously Social materials are designed to support the great work of Australian teachers by proving a range of videos, explainer articles, assessment guides and learning experiences that can be used as published or adapted to support individual teaching and learning needs.
Australian history is shaped by diverse events and cultures. Some consider the Australian historical narrative to be unifying and others, divisive. To help consider the affirmative and negative arguments, this kit provides key points and references to assist in researching and debate planning.
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There are growing calls for a ban on children aged under 16 accessing social media. To help consider the affirmative and negative arguments, this kit provides key points and references to assist in researching and debate planning.
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As of 2024, some democratic countries have reduced their voting age to 16 years old, with other similar countries considering this change. This kit provides key points and references to assist as starting points for research and debate planning.
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Should social media influencers utilise their platforms for positive social impact? This debate kit provides essential points and resource links to facilitate research and preparation for your debate.
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Debating is an activity which provides individuals with transferable life skills as they become more informed and engaged citizens. This module provides a framework for debating in the classroom or as an extracurricular activity.
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Australia is the driest inhabited continent. It’s important to understand water and to value it for what it gives us. We especially need to know how to respond sustainably to challenges related to water. Without safe and affordable water, communities all over Australia wouldn’t be able to survive.
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For democracies to work, people need to be able to express their opinions, particularly on issues of national importance. It is crucial that these conversations are respectful, approached in a factual way, do not use stereotypes or denigrating language and importantly, do not cause harm.
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For democracies to work, people need to be able to express their opinions, particularly on issues of national importance. It is crucial that these conversations are respectful, approached in a factual way, do not use stereotypes or denigrating language and importantly, do not cause harm.
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