Year 10 HASS

Course Description

At Goolwa Secondary College, the Year 10 history curriculum focuses on pivotal events from 1918 to the present, emphasizing the interwar years, World War II, the Holocaust, and the Civil Rights Movement. This tailored approach enables students to understand the significant changes and continuities that have shaped the modern world and Australia’s role within it, particularly in relation to the Asia-Pacific region and the experiences of First Nations Australians. By studying these key historical periods, students will gain insights into global conflicts, social justice, and the development of modern Australia, with inquiry questions adapted to our local context to enhance learning and critical thinking.

Topics may include

• The Interwar Years
• World War 2 and the Holocaust
• Civil Rights Movement

Assessment

Students demonstrate evidence of their learning through the following assessment types:

• Timeline
• Source Analysis
• Argumentative Essay
• Inquiry

Additional Information

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