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Year 7

Debate kit: That Australian history unites us

Debate kit: That Australian history unites us

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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Debate kit: Should the voting age be lowered to 16?

Debate kit: Should the voting age be lowered to 16?

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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Debating guide for classroom teachers

Debating guide for classroom teachers

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. https://youtu.be/D8ckfQr_wzI

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Water in the world

Water in the world

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...

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Respectful Civil Discourse: Post-Referendum Years 7 & 8

Respectful Civil Discourse: Post-Referendum Years 7 & 8

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...

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