CLIcks – June 09 Issue

June 22nd, 2009 by tstowers in CLIcks, Elearning, Learning and Innovation, Recognition

Site2See:  Reconciliation

A one-page guide to the people, processes, information and events around reconciliation between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and other Australians, with links to music, video and digital resources. The page includes activities and syllabus information. More on Reconciliation

Building the future

A selection of interviews with young Aboriginal people in interesting careers and training. They tell their stories to inspire other Aboriginal students to complete HSC. Activities encourage reflection on their experiences and help students to set their own education and career goals. More on Building the future

Inspiration and Influence

This unit of work focuses on Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art. The resource explores local and internationally renowned contemporary artists, artworks created in the past, and a non-Aboriginal artist who is influenced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art and culture. More on Inspiration and influence

Health Mob

Meet a range of Aboriginal Health Workers in Health Mob, a resource designed for NSW TAFE. In the half hour documentary more than twenty health workers describe their work, its challenges and rewards. Topics include ear and eye health, diabetes, home visits and building trust and communication. There are also short clips on the clinical skills which are integral to Aboriginal health work. More on Health Mob

The Apology

Links to sites with video and audio information about the apology to Indigenous Australians by the Prime Minister Kevin Rudd. Shows personal stories about what happened to members of the Stolen Generations and links to activities for younger students, with a focus on reconciliation. Includes syllabus and curriculum links for schools and TAFE. More on the Apology

Recognition for Aboriginal Learners

This resource supports teachers/assessors and Aboriginal people to undertake skills recognition. It features interviews with teachers and Aboriginal people who, by telling their stories, outline approaches and strategies for successful skills recognition. More on Recognition for Aboriginal learners