Health and Physical Education / Year 5 and 6 / Personal, social and community health / Interacting with others

Curriculum content descriptions

describe and implement strategies to value diversity in their communities (AC9HP6P05)

Elaborations
  • proposing strategies to help others understand points of view that differ from their own and to encourage discussion about individual and cultural similarities and differences to tackle discrimination such as sexism, racism and homophobia
  • exploring initiatives that sporting and cultural groups use to celebrate diversity, counter discrimination and racism, and support the wellbeing of their communities
  • discussing the role bystanders can play in promoting respectful interactions and challenging disrespect and discrimination such as homophobia, transphobia and racism
  • discussing how adaptations and modifications to physical activities can enable inclusivity for students with a range of abilities
  • exploring the importance of cultural expressions of First Nations Australians in maintaining a continuing deep connection to Country/Place and its influence on wellbeing
  • examining how beliefs, values and cultural practices convey meaning and influence peoples’ sense of identity and belonging, including Australians of Asian heritage
General capabilities
  • Intercultural understanding Intercultural Understanding
  • Personal and social capability Personal and Social capability
ScOT terms

Social customs,  Cultural diversity,  Social relations

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