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Intercultural Understanding
In their interactions with others in online communities, students consider the dynamic and complex nature of cultures, including values, beliefs, practices and assumptions. They recognise and respond to the challenges of cultural diversity by applying appropriate social protocols. Students learn about the interactions between digital technologies and society. They take responsibility for securing positive outcomes for members of all cultural groups, including those faced with prejudice and misunderstanding.
Typically by the end of Year 10, students:
Investigate culture and cultural identity
analyse how membership of local, regional, national and international groups shapes identities including their own
Explore and compare cultural knowledge, beliefs and practices
critically analyse the complex and dynamic nature of knowledge, beliefs and practices in a wide range of contexts over time
Develop respect for cultural diversity
understand the importance of mutual respect in promoting cultural exchange and collaboration in an interconnected world
Communicate across cultures
analyse the complex relationship between language, thought and context to understand and enhance communication
Consider and develop multiple perspectives
present a balanced view on issues where conflicting views cannot easily be resolved
Empathise with others
recognise the effect that empathising with others has on their own feelings, motivations and actions
Challenge stereotypes and prejudices
critique the use of stereotypes and prejudices in texts and issues concerning specific cultural groups at national, regional and global levels
Mediate cultural differences
recognise the challenges and benefits of living and working in a culturally diverse society and the role that cultural mediation plays in learning to live together
Typically by the end of Year 10, students:
Investigate culture and cultural identity
analyse how membership of local, regional, national and international groups shapes identities including their own
Explore and compare cultural knowledge, beliefs and practices
critically analyse the complex and dynamic nature of knowledge, beliefs and practices in a wide range of contexts over time
Develop respect for cultural diversity
understand the importance of mutual respect in promoting cultural exchange and collaboration in an interconnected world
Communicate across cultures
analyse the complex relationship between language, thought and context to understand and enhance communication
Consider and develop multiple perspectives
present a balanced view on issues where conflicting views cannot easily be resolved
Empathise with others
recognise the effect that empathising with others has on their own feelings, motivations and actions
Challenge stereotypes and prejudices
critique the use of stereotypes and prejudices in texts and issues concerning specific cultural groups at national, regional and global levels
Mediate cultural differences
recognise the challenges and benefits of living and working in a culturally diverse society and the role that cultural mediation plays in learning to live together
Typically by the end of Year 10, students:
Develop respect for cultural diversity
understand the importance of mutual respect in promoting cultural exchange and collaboration in an interconnected world
Communicate across cultures
analyse the complex relationship between language, thought and context to understand and enhance communication
Consider and develop multiple perspectives
present a balanced view on issues where conflicting views cannot easily be resolved
Empathise with others
recognise the effect that empathising with others has on their own feelings, motivations and actions
Challenge stereotypes and prejudices
critique the use of stereotypes and prejudices in texts and issues concerning specific cultural groups at national, regional and global levels
Mediate cultural differences
recognise the challenges and benefits of living and working in a culturally diverse society and the role that cultural mediation plays in learning to live together
Typically by the end of Year 10, students:
Investigate culture and cultural identity
analyse how membership of local, regional, national and international groups shapes identities including their own
Explore and compare cultural knowledge, beliefs and practices
critically analyse the complex and dynamic nature of knowledge, beliefs and practices in a wide range of contexts over time
Develop respect for cultural diversity
understand the importance of mutual respect in promoting cultural exchange and collaboration in an interconnected world