Who We Are

Central Idea:

People make choices as consumers Inquiry Into:

• definition of consumerism
• the difference between needs and wants
• the effects of consumerism on the natural environment
• the effects of consumerism on culture and vice versa
• our choices as consumers

Where We Are in Time and Place

Central Idea:

Aboriginal people make contributions to society Inquiry Into:

• who are the aboriginal people
• aboriginal past and present culture
• interaction between aboriginal and non-aboriginal people overtime

How We Express Ourselves

Central Idea:

Mass Media reflects a society’s values Inquiry Into:

• what are the different forms of mass media
• the influences of mass media on society
• identifying and interpreting differing perspectives presented by media
• our responsibilities in developing and monitoring mass media

How the World Works

Central Idea:

Natural Disasters have an impact on the world Inquiry Into:

• types of natural disasters
• the consequences of natural disasters
• how humans prepare for natural disasters
• how humans recover from natural disasters

How We Organize Ourselves

Central Idea:

People use systems of exchange Inquiry Into:

• different systems of exchange
• how systems of exchange have changed over time
• what determines the value of exchange

Sharing the Planet

Central Idea:

People experience conflict Inquiry Into:

• various types of conflict
• effects of conflict
• how conflict is managed