Yr 10 HISTORY
Year 10 History has been designed to provide students with an understanding of Twentieth Century Australian history and civics and citizenship. Students will also develop the skills required for the effective study of History.  The content is divided into topics. Most topics have internal choice to allow for studies in more depth. Inquiry questions are provided to define the scope of inquiry for each area of study.

Topic 5 Australia in the Vietnam War Era
This era was one of enormous social change and may be seen as a watershed in Australia�s post-war history. Students will examine the reasons for Australia�s involvement in the Vietnam War and the social, political and cultural changes that resulted from it.

Inquiry questions
� How did the Australian government respond to the threat of communism after WWII?
� Why did Australia become involved in the Vietnam War?
� How did various groups respond to Australia�s involvement in the Vietnam War?
� What was the impact of the war on Australia and/or neighbouring countries?

Topic 6 Changing Rights and Freedoms
Through their study of this topic, students will have the opportunity to gain an understanding of the experiences of different cultural and social groups in Australia during the 20th century and their struggle for recognition and civic rights.

Inquiry question
� How have the rights and freedoms of Aboriginal peoples and other groups in Australia changed during the post-war period?

Topic 7 People Power and Politics in the Post-war Period
This topic is designed to facilitate students� knowledge and understanding of some key political issues and developments of the post-WWII period, both within Australia and in Australia�s international relationships. An important focus of this unit is the role played by both individuals and groups in the democratic process. Students are encouraged to explore the different perspectives of those engaged in political action and to critically evaluate both the processes and the outcomes of such action.

Inquiry questions
� What role has Australia played in international affairs in the post-war period?
� What have been some important political developments in post-war Australian history?
� How have significant individuals and groups exercised their democratic rights in the post-war period?

Topic 8: Australia�s Social and Cultural History in the Post-War Period
This topic offers students an opportunity to learn about some major social and cultural trends of the post-war period, within a specific decade, and to appreciate the role they have played in shaping the present. In your choice of decade you may wish to integrate other post-war topics.

Inquiry question
What have been the major social and cultural features of a post-war decade?

NB.  This course begins in 2006 for Year 10
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