Stage 1
Students investigate key inquiry questions to learn about the past in the local area.
Activities include:
- A short walk through Awabakal Nature Reserve, where students discuss the significance of a nature reserve and the importance of preserving it.
- Students perform an ‘archaeological dig' to investigate what remains of the past have been found in the local area and what they tell us.
- Students investigate how shelters and houses have changed over time and construct a shelter from the past or the present.
- Students learn about the mining history of Dudley and participate in a senses activity where students imagine they are in a mine.
- Students learn about tools used by Awabakal Aboriginal people and explore changes in technology over time.
For further information on curriculum links, program and excursion information see below or contact us.
Further Information
Location
Awabakal Environmental Education Centre- Dudley Campus, 51 Boundary Street, Dudley and Awabakal Nature Reserve.
Syllabus outcomes and content
History outcomes
Stage 1:
A student:
- identifies and describes significant people, events, places and sites in the local community over time HT1-2
- describes the effects of changing technology on people's lives over time HT1-3
- demonstrates skills of historical inquiry and communication HT1-4
Key inquiry questions
Stage 1:
- What remains of the past are important to the local community? Why?
- How have changes in technology shaped our daily life?
Content
Stage 1: The past in the present
The history of a significant person, building, site or part of the natural environment in the local community and what it reveals about the past.
Students:
• identify a significant person, building, site or part of the natural environment in the local community and discuss what they reveal about the past and why they are considered important
• investigate an aspect of local history
The importance today of an historical site of cultural or spiritual significance; for example, a community building, a landmark, a war memorial.
Students:
• identify an historical site or sites in the local community. Discuss their significance, why these sites have survived and the importance of preserving them
• examine local or regional Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander sites, eg local national parks
The impact of changing technology on people's lives.
Students:
• identify examples of changing technologies in their home or community
• discuss the similarities and differences of technology from the past through a range of sources and sequence them over time
Learning across the curriculum
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories and cultures
Sustainability
Critical and creative thinking
Bus information
Drop off and collection AEEC, Boundary Street, Dudley.
Please note: if you are using a bendy bus to transport students please contact AEEC prior to excursion for important information.
What to bring
Students should bring lunch, recess, refillable water bottle, hats, sunscreen, covered walking shoes plus any special requirements of the group (Wet weather gear when necessary). Non-aerosol insect repellent is advisable in summer.
Sample timetable
Introduction - 10:00 am
Morning tea - 10:10 am
Two activities - 10:30am
Lunch - 12:00pm
Two activities - 12:30pm
Finish- 2:00pm
Students will have morning tea and lunch on the grounds of the AEEC. This timetable is only a guide and may be adjusted.
Supervision
AEEC is a NSW Department of Education school and staff are trained DoE teachers specialising in Environmental Education.
AEEC teachers rely on the participation of visiting teachers to meet recommended supervision levels. Visiting teachers are ultimately responsible for behaviour of students, students with existing medical conditions or special needs.
Medical or special needs
Please notify Awabakal Environmental Education Centre of any medical conditions or special needs that may need to be taken into consideration when planning or delivering the program. Upon booking an excursion, a form will be emailed to complete to detail any medical or special needs.
Parent / carer helpers
As our staff are Department of Education teachers we don’t require parent helpers on the day. If your school decides to bring parents, we kindly ask that you keep the number to a minimum. For safety reasons and the nature of our sites, parents will not be able to participate in activities.
Extreme or wet weather
Extreme weather conditions such as heavy rainfall, high winds and extreme bush fire danger may result in the excursion being modified, postponed or cancelled. If you have any concerns regarding the weather prior to the excursion, contact Awabakal Environmental Education Centre on 4955 8673 or email awabakal-e.school@det.nsw.edu.au.
Cancellations
Cancellations less than three school weeks notice may incur an administration fee. This does not apply to cancellations due to weather or fire danger.
Bookings
For bookings click here.