7–10Aboriginal Studies 7–10 Syllabus

Key aspects of human rights including cultural, political and collective

Significance and use of key terms and concepts, including self-determination, autonomy, terra nullius, land rights, native title, human rights, social justice and equity

The impact of denial of human rights on Aboriginal Peoples and on Torres Strait Islander Peoples, including land dispossession, massacres and genocide

Responses by Aboriginal Peoples, non-Aboriginal people and the wider Australian community to the denial of human rights to Aboriginal Peoples and to Torres Strait Islander Peoples

The relationship and importance of human rights to Aboriginal Peoples' self-determination and autonomy

Ways in which Aboriginal Peoples exercise their autonomy, and the influence on Cultural expression

The importance and impact of Aboriginal Peoples' demands for self-determination

Importance and use of the terms ‘land rights’ and ‘native title’

Impact of the Mabo v Queensland (No 2) [1992] decision and changes to legislation

Importance of ownership and access to lands, sea and waterways to self-determination, autonomy and economic independence of Aboriginal Peoples and Torres Strait Islander Peoples

Investigate the activities of individuals, organisations and movements that have advocated for Aboriginal Peoples' autonomy

Communicate ideas about activities of individuals, organisations and movements that have advocated for Aboriginal Peoples' autonomy

Create written texts to examine significant individuals, organisations or movements involved in progress towards self-determination

Use subject-specific terminology to communicate concepts of Aboriginal self-determination and autonomy

Apply ethical research skills, including consultation protocols, to work effectively with Aboriginal Peoples and Communities

Demonstrate understanding of ethical responsibilities surrounding Indigenous Cultural and Intellectual Property (ICIP)