Assignment 3: Critical Syllabus Reflection
Length: 1500 – 1800 words critical reflection (excluding refs).
Purpose: Critical analysis of syllabus
Assessment criteria:
- Extent & quality of research and depth of critical understanding about the discipline of Social Science
- Effective use of evidence in the argument
- Critical use of sources including state-based curricula, academic journals and texts \
- Clarity of written expression and coherence of the ideas presented
Task:
Read through the following excerpt from a speech given by Sir Peter Cosgrove on good neighbours in the wake of the 2004 Tsunami and Bali Bombings then respond to the question that follows. Develop a 1500 – 1800 (excluding refs) critical extended response:
“Good neighbours learn to speak each other’s languages. Good neighbours learn to respect each other’s religious and cultural beliefs. Good neighbours learn to allow for differences and to be inclusive. Good neighbours spend time with each other. – Sir Peter Cosgrove, Governor General of Australia.
Critically evaluate the effectiveness of cultures-based education in History to enable students to be ‘good neighbours’. In your response, refer to an appropriate Depth Study in Stage 4 and 5 from the NESA K-10 History syllabus.