Aboriginal Studies is designed to foster intellectual, social and moral development by
enabling students to think critically about the historical and contemporary experiences of
Aboriginal peoples. Through this study students will develop a keen understanding and
appreciation of the concepts of social justice and shared histories, and will critically
examine their role as active and informed citizens.
Aboriginal history and culture are fundamental to the development of Australian identity. Aboriginal Studies acknowledges the contribution of Aboriginal cultures and communities to
Australian society.
Aboriginal Studies seeks to provide a body of knowledge that is both accurate and
unbiased. The course will provide students with ways of detecting and analysing bias in
representations of Aboriginal peoples..
Subjects
Year 11 Preliminary
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Part I - Aboriginality and the Land
Part II - Heritage and Identity
Part III - Colonialism, Racism and Prejudice
Part IV- Research and Inquiry Methods |
Year 12 HSC
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Part I - Social Justice and Human Rights Issues
Part II
A. Aboriginality and the Land
OR
B. Heritage and Identity
Part III - Research and Inquiry Methods Ñ Major Project |
Curriculum
The Aboriginal Studies teaching program at Erskine Park High School implements the NSW Board of Studies syllabus. To download a copy of this syllabus click on the Syllabus link at the side of this page.
Homework
Homework is a means of consolidation, extension or enrichment of the work that is studied in Aboriginal Studies lessons. Homework is set regularly and is a compulsory part of a student's workload. Homework is followed up regularly, and students found to be neglecting to complete their homework will have a note sent home (N-award warning letter), informing their parents/carers of the situation, and encouraging completion of the work in question.
