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Identify and locate relevant sources, using ICT and other methods (ACHHS168)

Elaborations
  • locating historical sources from archives, museums and online collections
General capabilities
  • Literacy Literacy
  • Critical and creative thinking Critical and creative thinking
  • ICT capability Information and Communication Technology (ICT) capability
ScOT terms

Historical sources,  Information retrieval

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        Vikings: the north Atlantic saga - online exhibition

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        This is an online exhibition rich in historical information, animations and source material about the Vikings in general and their westward expansion in particular. The exhibition, developed by the Smithsonian's National Museum of Natural History, contains three elements, two intended for students and one for teachers. ...

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        Understanding the past

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        In this resource Thomas Keneally addresses the importance of understanding Australia’s past with particular emphasis on Australia’s strong tradition of democratic action and democratic institutions.

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        Treasures of American history - online exhibition

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        This is an online exhibition showing the objects, artefacts and images that make up some of the treasures of US history. The treasures shown in this exhibition document eight of the challenging situations and issues that have helped to shape the USA. Topics include: revolution and the new nation; slavery; western expansion; ...

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        Thomas Keneally – more resources on Thomas Keneally

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        This resource is a page with web links to interviews, articles and book reviews. PDF

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        Thomas Keneally – fascinating facts about Aboriginal people

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        In this resource Thomas Keneally speaks about the extraordinary things he discovered about Aboriginal people from a archaeological dig at Brewarrina.

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        Thomas Keneally – Lachlan Macquarie

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        In this resource Thomas Keneally assesses Macquarie’s role in development of NSW.

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        The use of images

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        In this resource Thomas Keneally reveals his reasons for choosing the images in 'Australians: Origins to Eureka'.

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        The significance of Bennelong Point

        • TLF-IDM016295

        In this resource Thomas Keneally speaks about the significance of Bennelong Point and the relationship between Governor Phillip and Bennelong. Learncast video.

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        The significance of Bennelong

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        In this resource Thomas Keneally speaks about the significance of Bennelong and contrasts him with Pemulwuy.

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        The research process

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        In this resource Thomas Keneally reveals the sources he used to uncover the details about early life in Australia.

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        The history in the journey

        • TLF-IDM016455

        In this resource Thomas Keneally speaks about telling the history of Australia using the journeys of people who lived it.

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        The chariot of Wetwang

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        The interactive resource is about the discovery of an Iron Age chariot in a grave in the Yorkshire village of Wetwang in 2001. It has three parts: an account of the discovery of the burial site and the contents of the grave; a detailed explanation of the reconstruction of the chariot; and a quiz to test the knowledge gained ...

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        Telling the truth in history

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        In this resource Thomas Keneally addresses the issue of fictionalising history and the difference between novels and histories.

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        Sites2See: Gallipoli

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        This resource features the ABC resource 'Gallipoli: The First Day' which uses diaries, photos and interview clips, 3D graphics and videos to bring a new perspective to the first hours of the campaign. Includes additional activities and resources for study.

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        Sites2See: Explore the Lachlan and Elizabeth Macquarie Archive

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        This resource consists of selected links to the Lachlan and Elizabeth Macquarie Archive (LEMA) with research suggestions, syllabus advice and supporting activities, including a virtual tour of Old Government House, Parramatta. The LEMA Project provides material for the historical investigation of the lives and times of ...

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        Sites2See: Australia and the Vietnam War

        • TLF-IDM016231

        These are online resources for the topic Australia in the Vietnam War Era, including music, images and links to archival video clips from Australian Screen with teachers' notes.

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        Sites2See: Ancient History at the British Museum

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        This resource links to a collection of resources with themes of cities, religion, buildings, technology, writing and trade. Resources include interactive learning activities such as the workings of a Greek household.

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        Research and adopt a veteran

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        This resource guides teachers through the process of researching the historical records of a Australian First World War veteran. School communities are encouraged to 'adopt' a local veteran. Part of the Bringing communities together series in response to the NSW State ANZAC Centenary.

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        Remembering them - mobile application

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        This App provides a geocoded list and historical descriptions of memorials, museums, shrines, monuments, buildings and war graves and other Australian sites that commemorate Australian's wartime history. The cross-platform application is available for free download from iTunes and Google Play. Teacher notes are available ...

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        Making a difference

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        This resource consists of four case studies which explore stories that illustrate issues of civics and citizenship at local, state, federal government and international levels. Students learn about active citizenship and plan their own, while covering content such as the Freedom Rides, Franklin Dam, Mabo, Wik and human rights.

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