476-107 Learning Area: Society & Environment 1

This subject examines aspects of our knowledge of society and the environment and how we can assist children to develop key understandings, skills and values in these fields. Topics include class; culture; ethnicity and race; the changing nature of work; the impact of technology; media and communication; continuity and the nature and process of social and cultural change; ecologically sustainable development; resource management and conservation; and place and space.

Essays and assignments totalling 4000 words.

A book of readings will be available at the start of the subject.