Encourage understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples cultures CHCECE054
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General Instructions: You are to answer the four (4) parts of this assessment- A to D. There are no word limits for questions unless a particular question stipulates this. Once all questions have been answered in this one document and you are satisfied with the responses, the assessment is to be uploaded to Connect as one document for submission to gather feedback from the assessor. This will then be assessed. Information / Materials provided: Learning management system CONNECT, Learner Guide, other relevant handouts and resources found on CONNECT in additional resources. Assessment Criteria: To achieve a satisfactory result, your assessor will be looking for your ability to demonstrate the following key skills/tasks/knowledge to an acceptable industry standard: The ability to source credible information and reflect meaningfully on this The ability to identify own perspectives regarding Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples cultures Number of Attempts: You will receive up to two (2) attempts at this assessment task. Should your 1st attempt be unsatisfactory (U), your teacher will provide feedback and discuss the relevant sections / questions with you and will arrange a due date for the submission of your 2nd attempt. If your 2nd submission is unsatisfactory (U), or you fail to submit a 2nd attempt, you will receive an overall unsatisfactory result for this assessment task. Only one re-assessment attempt may be granted for each assessment task. For more information, refer to the Student Rules. |
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Your submission of your assessment via CONNECT, is your consent to be assessed according to the individual assessment requirements and these assessment instructions. Due dates for assessment submissions are set out as per your study schedules. You are required to submit this word document with your responses under each question. Assessment to be submitted via: TAFE Queensland Learning Management System (Connect):https://connect.tafeqld.edu.au/d2l/login Username; 9 digit student number For password resets go to: |
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This assessment piece is theory based. Students will find content in their learner guide to assist in answering the questions and may at times be required to conduct their own research. Students will receive feedback on their original submissions and can have a second submission if deemed necessary as per the TAFE Queensland Student Rules. This assessment is to be submitted online, through CONNECT. Online submission act in lieu of coversheet/signature and act as students consent to be assessed. This assessment piece is to be marked in conjunction with the benchmark responses provided. |
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An overview of all Assessment Tasks relevant to this unit is located in the Unit Study Guide. |
Part A Personal Reflection
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The best analogy in fully understanding culture is the iceberg concept. Some aspects of culture are evident on the surface whereas other aspects are below. The concept of the Iceberg Theory of Culture is represented in this diagram. Image byAhm21fromPixabay16/06/2022, Modified by TAFE Queensland. |
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- Use the table below to reflect on your current knowledge of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultures and record accurate facts (three (3) per level). Dot points can be used. Refer to the diagram above and your learning resources to assist in your understanding of this concept.
My level 1 understanding of Australias Indigenous culture:
My level 2 understanding of Australias Indigenous culture:
My level 3 understanding of Australias Indigenous culture:
- To recognise our level of cultural understanding, it is important to meaningfully reflect on our own knowledge of culture. Consider what you have written above and answer the below points
(approx. 100words each).
Important note:please remember your assignment responses are confidential and any personal information is kept between yourself, your workplace supervisor and your teachers. This task is to assess your ability to meaningfully reflect on your own values.
- Perspective -a particular attitude towards something; a way of thinking about something(oxford dictionary).
Explain below any experiences you have had or what you know or have learnt about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, then write about how this has shaped your perspective of the cultures.
- Areas you feel you need to expand your knowledge regarding Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples culture: List two (2) areas you would like to learn more about and explain why.
Part B Researching Historical Events/Issues
Task 1: Film Review
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Films can offer reflections on past stories based on events in Aboriginal History. There are many films and documentaries depicting true events in Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander history. In order to complete this assessment you will need to access a copy of the following documentary:Kanyini(52mins). You can access this film via this link from our library service:https://www.kanopy.com/en/tafeqld/video/542237 To log in, use your student number and date of birth in the following format (ddmmyyyy). |
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- Complete a film review from the documentary listed above by using the following points to guide your response: (suggested word count is approx. 300words to ensure all points are covered)
? Briefly describe the main ideas of the documentary:
? Reflect and write about two (2) key events discussed that provided you with new insights (what did you learn that you didnt already know?)
? How does this documentary relate to the Stolen Generation?
? What trauma and disadvantage the Stolen Generation have experienced as a result of these events?
? What impact have these events had on future generations (intergenerational trauma)?
? How will the understanding you have gained from watching Kanyini influence your work with families from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds?
Task 2: Online Article
- Write an online article in your own words (Approx. 250words) on an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander historical event. To assist with the creation of your article you are to access the History timeline in your learning resources and may also conduct your own research ensuring you use credible resources.
Include the following points in your online article:
- The current date and a title
- Introduction paragraph- Select a year in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander history and identify the significant event that occurred in that year
- Middle paragraph - Report on that event including associated facts you have researched
- Ending paragraph - Report on the significant effects on the culture today
- Search and insert a relevant photograph or picture illustrating your article
- Reference your sources at the bottom of your newspaper article and sign off with your name (ensure your sources are credible)
Online Article: (title)
Date:
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Part C Researching to develop cultural safety strategies
- It is important to use credible sources of information when doing research to ensure you are gaining valuable and correct information.
Access the internet to source and access three (3) credible sources of information about Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples cultures and history. These sources may be peak agencies or organisations led by Indigenous people. Complete the points below:
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Example:this example cannot be used as one of your sources Source 1 name:ACECQA- Australian Childrens Education and Care Quality Authority Website or address:https://www.acecqa.gov.au/ Why they are credible and what information they share:ACECQA is the national governing body for Early Childhood services. They have resources for early childhood services that help implement and embed cultural competence. |
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- a) Using your sources found above and your learning materials, research the protocols regarding sharing information on Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples history. Write a summary (Approx. 100words) of the protocols you would need to be aware of and reference your research.
Cultural sensitivity in sharing Australian Indigenous information:
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You are an educator in the Kindy room and have a new family from one of the Torres Strait Islands starting soon. They have an Indigenous background of the Torres Strait Islands. English is their second language, so you want to foster a sense of belonging for the child and his family by incorporating his first language alongside English used in the childs room. |
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- b) List three (3) dot points on how you might go about doing this to ensure you show respect to the family and their own cultural knowledge?
- Identify and implement ways to improve awareness of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples cultures
- a) Identify a significant cultural event for your local area and provide the details below:
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Give the title of your selected significant event |
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Where does this event occur? |
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When does this event occur? And is it local or national? |
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What happens at this significant event? |
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Write a short paragraph about this events significance (e.g. history) |
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How could you incorporate this event (or something relevant to it) into your service? |
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How could you share information about this event with your service |
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How is this event relevant to the children in your service? |
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List your reference sources, websites etc. |
Part D Embedding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ways of learning
- Aboriginal perspectives are not found in Aboriginal content, but Aboriginal processes 8AboriginalWays of Learning.
The 8 ways is a culturally safe starting point for educators to begin engaging with Aboriginal knowledge and cross-cultural dialog in the community. A focus can remain on core curriculum content while embedding Aboriginal perspectives in every learning experience.
List below the 8 ways of Aboriginal learning:
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Questions 2 and 3 relate to this scenario. Sally has a number of children with an Australian Indigenous background in her Toddler group. She wants to embed the 8 Aboriginal Ways of Learning into what she is teaching. What would this look like in the following circumstances? Select by checking or highlighting the answer that best achieves the outcome Sally wishes to achieve. |
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- Learning the maths concept of counting incorporating Land Links: Select one (1) answer.
? Read a book about a bear learning to count and engaging the children in the book
? Using crafts materials to count before they paste them onto paper
? Counting wooden blocks as they build a tower
? Going outside to explore the garden with the children and counting natural materials
- Experiencing music incorporating Story Sharing: Select one (1) answer.
? Telling the story of Tiddalick the Frog using musical instruments
? Playing with rain sticks
? Playing musical chairs
? Letting the children make their own musical instruments
- Sally has now moved to the kindy group and continues to embed the 8 Aboriginal Ways of Learning into what she is teaching. What would this look like in the following circumstances?
Based on the 8 Ways of Learning; give an example of how Sally could explore art concepts and incorporate Symbols and Images and Story Sharing.
- Based on the 8 Ways of Learning; give an example of how Sally could explore animal life cycles using Learning Maps.
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