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Voices of Chasing Asylum - Refugee Experiences

SecondaryYear 11 - 12EnglishSocialEqualityHuman RightsSocial Action

This unit supports Year 11 English students in exploring the issues associated with people seeking asylum and offshore detention policies through the use of the documentary film "Chasing Asylum" and other real-world articles and pictures. The lessons focus on developing critical thinking, communication, and social action skills through various activities and assessments, including a student-led social action project. The resource encourages students to examine different perspectives and voices surrounding the topic and understand the power of language in shaping attitudes and perceptions.

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Thought-provoking lessons featuring questions and activities designed to stimulate students' interest.

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    Voices of Chasing Asylum - Unit Overview
    SecondaryYear 11 - 12EnglishSocialSecondary
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    Voices of Chasing Asylum - Watching the Film
    SecondaryYear 11 - 12EnglishLearning through filmSocial

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    Explicit instruction on the topic, increasing in complexity and breadth of knowledge.

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    Voices of Chasing Asylum - Voices of Chasing Asylum
    SecondaryYear 11 - 12EnglishPersuasive writingText Analysis
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    Voices of Chasing Asylum - Expository/Media Voices
    SecondaryYear 11 - 12EnglishPersuasive writingText Analysis
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    Voices of Chasing Asylum - Rhetorical Voices
    SecondaryYear 11 - 12EnglishPersuasive writingText Analysis
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    Voices of Chasing Asylum - Reflective Voices
    SecondaryYear 11 - 12EnglishPersuasive writingText Analysis

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    Contextualising knowledge and inspiring students through real-world examples. These lessons feature stories of inspirational people and organisations making a difference to help bring the learning to life.

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    Voices of Chasing Asylum - Social Action
    SecondaryYear 11 - 12EnglishPersuasive writingText Analysis
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    Voices of Chasing Asylum - Assessment Task
    SecondaryYear 11 - 12EnglishPersuasive writingText Analysis
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