Literacy

Students extend and apply their literacy capability by, for example:

• researching, reading, and analysing sources of information related to contemporary Australian and global political systems and issues
• identifying, selecting, organising, analysing, and synthesising political sources that represent multiple perspectives
• critically evaluating and understanding the power and use of language from various sources
• discussing and sharing information, concepts, and ideas related to politics
• considering a range of perspectives to identify intent, bias, facts, and opinions, and exploring how language and images can be used to manipulate meaning relating to political issues
• developing skills to articulate, discuss, debate, evaluate their thoughts, and defend or refute arguments about controversial issues
• investigating, making informed comments, and proposing recommendations about political issues, using appropriate evidence to support their conclusions.