Outcomes Historical Concepts A student: The following historical concepts are integrated into the lesson sequences: HT5-1 explains and assesses the historical forces and factors that shaped the modern world and Australia Continuity and change: music, art and other forms of popular culture changed dramatically HT5-3 explains and analyses the motives and actions of past individuals and groups in the after WWII, driven by a youth culture and changes in technology and political involvement. historical contexts that shaped the modern world and Australia Cause and effect: there were several domestic and international influences on the changes HT5-4 explains and analyses the causes and effects of events and developments in the which occurred in Australia, as well as changes within Australia that had international impact. modern world and Australia Perspectives: different groups in Australian society affected (and were affected by) the HT5-5 identifies and evaluates the usefulness of sources in the historical inquiry process changes which occurred since 1945. There was debate and conflict over how and why these changes occurred. HT5-7 explains different contexts, perspectives and interpretations of the modern world and Empathetic understanding: the themes and issues present in the pop culture of the post-war Australia period offer insights into the ideas, emotions and experiences of the people at the time. HT5-9 applies a range of relevant historical terms and concepts when communicating an Significance: some of the popular culture icons and movements of this period had significant understanding of the past impact on political, economic and social lives of people in Australia and the world. HT5-10 selects and uses appropriate oral, written, visual and digital forms to communicate effectively about the past for different audiences Contestability: there is argument over whether pop culture had a significant impact on society, which nations/groups/individuals had most impact in Australia and whether pop culture can be a valid form of historical evidence or study. Related Life Skills outcomes: HTLS-3, HTLS-4, HTLS-5, HTLS-6, HTLS-7, HTLS-9, HTLS-11, HTLS-12, HTLS-13 Key Historical Terms & Concepts (Glossary) Site Study Significance Powerhouse Museum Contribution Australian Museum exhibits & others (virtual) Popular Culture v High Culture Centre for the Moving Image, Federation Square, Vic. (links to Civics & Citizenship with Exhibition Hall etc) Communication technology Hype
Outcomes Historical Concepts A student: HT5-1 explains and assesses the historical forces and factors that shaped the modern world and Australia HT5-3 explains and analyses the motives and actions of past individuals and groups in the historical contexts that shaped the modern world and Australia HT5-4 explains and analyses the causes and effects of events and developments in the modern world and Australia HT5-5 identifies and evaluates the usefulness of sources in the historical inquiry process HT5-7 explains different contexts, perspectives and interpretations of the modern world and Australia HT5-9 applies a range of relevant historical terms and concepts when communicating an understanding of the past HT5-10 selects and uses appropriate oral, written, visual and digital forms to communicate effectively about the past for different audiences Related Life Skills outcomes: HTLS-3, HTLS-4, HTLS-5, HTLS-6, HTLS-7, HTLS-9, HTLS-11, HTLS-12, HTLS-13 The following historical concepts are integrated into the lesson sequences: Continuity and change: music, art and other forms of popular culture changed dramatically after WWII, driven by a youth culture and changes in technology and political involvement. Cause and effect: there were several domestic and international influences on the changes which occurred in Australia, as well as changes within Australia that had international impact. Perspectives: different groups in Australian society affected (and were affected by) the changes which occurred since 1945. There was debate and conflict over how and why these changes occurred. Empathetic understanding: the themes and issues present in the pop culture of the post-war period offer insights into the ideas, emotions and experiences of the people at the time. Significance: some of the popular culture icons and movements of this period had significant impact on political, economic and social lives of people in Australia and the world. Contestability: there is argument over whether pop culture had a significant impact on society, which nations/groups/individuals had most impact in Australia and whether pop culture can be a valid form of historical evidence or study. Key Historical Terms & Concepts (Glossary) Site Study Significance Contribution Popular Culture v High Culture Communication technology Hype Powerhouse Museum Australian Museum exhibits & others (virtual) Centre for the Moving Image, Federation Square, Vic. (links to Civics & Citizenship with Exhibition Hall etc)
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