About First Nations histories including traditional worlds, colonisation and resistance.
About contemporary First Nations, including political advocacy, self determination and global First Nations politics.
How to prepare, construct and submit an extended research inquiry on the comparative experience of Tasmanian Aboriginal First Nations and two other First Nations.
How to learn in the academic area of study known as First Nations Studies.
Apply enquiry skills to plan, organise and complete investigations.
Work with others to achieve shared outcomes.
Investigate and describe First Nations histories and contemporary experiences.
Explore the experiences and perspectives of First Nations peoples.
Experience excursions and guest speakers.
Participate in group discussions and debate.
Has an interest in the experiences and histories of First Nations Peoples.
Has an interest in historical, anthropological and sociological research.
Seeks to be involved in community engagement and wishes to develop an understanding of multiple historical perspectives.
Wishes to learn more about being involved in reconciliation.
Is an independent learner with skills in research and extended writing.
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Course Overview
You have
An ‘A’, ’B’ (or ‘C’ in consultation with teachers) in Year 10 Australian Curriculum History or English.
TASC course
First Nations Studies 3
May lead to
A pathway to further study in a range of courses including history, politics, anthropology, sociology, philosophy and journalism.
Careers in law, public service, counselling, diplomacy, teaching and a range of other vocations that require academic skills, empathy and an interest in multiple perspectives.
