The+First+Australians

The First Australians- How can we understand?
In order to understand why Australia is like it is today, we should gain some understanding the history of Australia and its inhabitants. The first Australians were the [|Australian Aboriginals] and due to the arrival of [|European settlers] approximately 200 years ago, their culture has been irrevocably changed forever. In order for us to understand just how much things have changed for them and for us, we must first understand the traditional [|culture] and [|customs] of the Australian aboriginal.

Groups are to be divided into the following areas. Nomadic Lifestyle Tools and Weapons Culture Ceremonies and Traditions Food and Shelter

Each group is to research online and in the library to find the answers to the specific questions for each topic in detail. There are many online resources to use but to ensure that you use your time effectively we would like you to use the internet sites on the Resources page as your first stop. If you happen to come across any other online resources that you think are worthy site then add them to this page and note who it was that found it.

They are then to prepare a presentation to the rest of the class on their topic covering the material researched. The presentation may take many forms including a combination of, PowerPoint presentation, activities for the students to do, photos, artwork to analyse, short DVD clips, film stills, music, posters or artefacts to view.

The presentation should take 40 minutes per group.

Each student in the group must take an equal role in the research and presentation. A thorough and accurate [|Bibliography] using the correct format must be included of all source material used.

This will be the major learning exercise for the remainder of the class to learn about your topic. They will be required to take notes into their workbooks.

At the end of the presentation all groups must upload their presentation notes to the wiki site for assessment.