7–10Aboriginal Studies 7–10 Syllabus
The new Aboriginal Studies 7–10 Syllabus (2024) is to be implemented from 2027.
2025 and 2026 – Plan and prepare to teach the new syllabus
2027 – Start teaching the new syllabus
School sectors are responsible for implementing syllabuses and are best placed to provide schools with specific guidance and information on implementation given their understanding of their individual contexts.
Content
Life Skills
Through collaborative curriculum planning, it may be decided that Life Skills outcomes and content are the most appropriate option for some students with intellectual disability.
Stereotyping in everyday life such as in the playground or classroom
Key aspects of stereotypes and racism
Bias, racism or stereotypes in film and television
The effect of racism and stereotyping on Aboriginal Peoples
Gender representations of Aboriginal Peoples in film and television
Examples of film and television that provide positive representations of Aboriginal Peoples and/or Cultures
Ways to challenge stereotyping of Aboriginal Peoples
Films and television shows of personal interest
Reasons for engaging with films and television shows
The impact of film and television in Australia on educating people and changing perceptions of Aboriginal Peoples
Ways in which film and television have increased awareness of Aboriginal Peoples' histories and Cultures among non-Aboriginal people
The changing role of Aboriginal Peoples in film and television
The benefits of Aboriginal Peoples' roles in film and television
The meaning of individual ownership
Familiar types of shared ownership
Respect for ownership
The difference between ownership and Custodianship
Custodianship as it relates to Aboriginal Cultures
Respect and appreciation for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultural expressions
Appropriate Community consultation protocols
Awareness of ethical research practices
Explore the contributions or representations of Aboriginal Peoples in film and television
Share how contributions and representations of Aboriginal Peoples in film and television influence perspectives and contribute to positive relationships between non-Aboriginal people and Aboriginal Peoples