Learning objects Secondary history: discussion

TLF ID S4967

These seven learning activities focus on discussion using a variety of tools (software) and devices (hardware) and illustrate the ways in which content, pedagogy and technology can be successfully and effectively integrated in order to promote learning. In the activities, teachers facilitate discussion and model questions to create an environment of inquiry. They organise small-group discussions to support students in conducting their own historical inquiries, assisting them in analysing and asking questions of historical sources, and in formulating a body of evidence as the basis of historical argument.





Educational details

Educational value
  • These are valuable resources for teachers of students in years 7-10 who are looking for teaching and learning activities that are pedagogically sound, address the Australian Curriculum in history, and use collaborative tools (software) and devices (hardware).
  • Each learning activity has been written to explicitly support specific strands and descriptors within the Australian Curriculum in history. In most cases an activity covers a number of descriptors. The educational content of the activities is current and relevant to the needs of Australian teachers and students.
  • These are useful learning activities that cater for a broad range of abilities. A number of the activities are short and focused, using few resources and tools; these tend to be more teacher-centred and allow for greater teacher guidance of student learning. Other activities include more student-centred learning and incorporate a diverse set of tools; less experienced teachers undertaking these activities might benefit from a team-teaching approach.
  • The learning and teaching of the history content is supported by a focus on sound pedagogies and descriptions of the effective use of technological devices. The selection of the tools and devices reflects considerations such as accessibility and ease of implementation as well as their relevance to content knowledge.
Year level

6; 7; 8; 9; 10

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  • Name: Education Services Australia Ltd
  • Organisation: Education Services Australia Ltd
  • Address: AUSTRALIA
  • URL: www.esa.edu.au
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Learning Resource Type
  • Interactive
  • Online
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