Respect matters: 7-10 Civics and Citizenship

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In Civics and Citizenship, students learn about and apply the ethical concepts which underpin Australia’s democracy: equality, respect and fairness. Students investigate diverse cultural and social contexts and develop skills to see common issues through a range of lenses. They explore the role of shared beliefs and values in an evolving Australian identity and practise empathy and respectful dialogue to understand different perspectives. Students plan for, and engage in, civic participation and develop and apply respectful relationship skills through working constructively and collaboratively to achieve agreed goals.

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How and why individuals and groups, including religious groups, participate in and contribute to civic life - ACHCK079

The influence of a range of media, including social media, in shaping identities and attitudes to diversity - ACHCK080

Account for different interpretations and points of view - ACHCS085

Recognise and consider multiple perspectives and ambiguities, and use strategies to negotiate and resolve contentious issues - ACHCS086

Account for different interpretations and points of view - ACHCS098

Recognise and consider multiple perspectives and ambiguities, and use strategies to negotiate and resolve contentious issues - ACHCS099

Critically evaluate information and ideas from a range of sources in relation to civics and citizenship topics and issues - ACHCS084

The challenges to and ways of sustaining a resilient democracy and cohesive society - ACHCK094

Critically evaluate information and ideas from a range of sources in relation to civics and citizenship topics and issues - ACHCS097

Use democratic processes to reach consensus on a course of action relating to a civics or citizenship issue and plan for that action (Year 9) - ACHCS087

Use democratic processes to reach consensus on a course of action relating to a civics or citizenship issue and plan for that action (Year 10) - ACHCS100

Present evidence-based civics and citizenship arguments using subject-specific language (Year 9) - ACHCS088

Present evidence-based civics and citizenship arguments using subject-specific language (Year 10) - ACHCS101

Reflect on their role as a citizen in Australian, regional and global contexts (Year 9) - ACHCS089

Reflect on their role as a citizen in Australian, regional and global contexts (Year 10) - ACHCS102