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Behind the News: Civics Series
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Behind the News: Civics Series: What is An Electorate?

Season 1 Episode 4 ABC Me June 30, 2016

Civics and citizenship

News and current affairs

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Electorates make up our national political map and we hear them mentioned by name on the news each night. But why do they exist and how do they help make sure everyone is ...

Electorates make up our national political map and we hear them mentioned by name on the news each night. But why do they exist and how do they help make sure everyone is represented in parliament?

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Behind the News: Civics Series
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Behind the News: Civics Series: The History of Voting

Season 1 Episode 2 ABC Me September 7, 2017

Civics and citizenship

News and current affairs

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All Australians over the age of 18 have the right to vote. But it hasn't always been that way.

All Australians over the age of 18 have the right to vote. But it hasn't always been that way.

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Behind the News Special
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Behind the News Special: Rookies

ABC Me September 5, 2018

Media arts

News and current affairs

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Rookie reporters from around Australia have contributed to the program's 50 years by doing their own stories for ABC News. We've put some of them together in this very special ...

Rookie reporters from around Australia have contributed to the program's 50 years by doing their own stories for ABC News. We've put some of them together in this very special special.

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BTN: Media Literacy
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BTN: Media Literacy: Fake News

Season 1 Episode 3 ABC Me August 30, 2018

Media arts

News and current affairs

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Fake news is big news at the moment. Many experts are worried about the effect that fake stories are having on the media and democracy, but did you know that fake news isn't new?

Fake news is big news at the moment. Many experts are worried about the effect that fake stories are having on the media and democracy, but did you know that fake news isn't new?

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Behind the News: Civics Series
4:43

Behind the News: Civics Series: What is Democracy?

Season 1 Episode 1 ABC Me June 27, 2016

Civics and citizenship

News and current affairs

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Democracy is something most Australians take for granted, but what is democracy and how did it come to be? We take a trip back in history to find out.

Democracy is something most Australians take for granted, but what is democracy and how did it come to be? We take a trip back in history to find out.

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Behind the News: Civics Series
4:14

Behind the News: Civics Series: The Three Levels of Government

Season 1 Episode 3 ABC Me June 29, 2016

Civics and citizenship

News and current affairs

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As well as federal government, there are two other levels of government that we vote for too; local and state. So what are the responsibilities of each level of government and ...

As well as federal government, there are two other levels of government that we vote for too; local and state. So what are the responsibilities of each level of government and why is our country set up that way?

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Behind the News: Civics Series
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Behind the News: Civics Series: The History of Voting

Season 1 Episode 2 ABC Me June 28, 2016

Civics and citizenship

News and current affairs

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All Australians over the age of 18 have the right to vote. But it hasn't always been that way.

All Australians over the age of 18 have the right to vote. But it hasn't always been that way.

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BTN: Media Literacy
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BTN: Media Literacy: Bias

Season 1 Episode 5 ABC Me September 20, 2018

Media arts

News and current affairs

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Bias is hard to avoid, but it can be really damaging - leading us to make poor choices without fairly weighing up the facts. This episode looks at bias in the media and why it ...

Bias is hard to avoid, but it can be really damaging - leading us to make poor choices without fairly weighing up the facts. This episode looks at bias in the media and why it can be particularly damaging.

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BTN: Media Literacy
13:06

BTN: Media Literacy: News Values

Season 1 Episode 1 ABC Me August 16, 2018

Media arts

News and current affairs

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Have you ever wondered what makes news news? We look at the news values that determine which stories we see and hear about and which ones we don't, and how those news values ...

Have you ever wondered what makes news news? We look at the news values that determine which stories we see and hear about and which ones we don't, and how those news values can subtly shape the way we see the world.

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BTN: Media Literacy
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BTN: Media Literacy: Media Ethics

Season 1 Episode 4 ABC Me November 8, 2018

Media arts

News and current affairs

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The news media can be a powerful force for good, but it doesn't always use its power in the right way. That's why news organisations often have codes of ethics which ...

The news media can be a powerful force for good, but it doesn't always use its power in the right way. That's why news organisations often have codes of ethics which journalists are expected to abide by.

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BTN: Media Literacy
12:44

BTN: Media Literacy: Sources

Season 1 Episode 2 ABC Me August 23, 2018

Media arts

News and current affairs

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Sources are a key ingredient to any news story but their quality can vary a lot. This episode looks at different types of sources and gives advice on how to find reliable ...

Sources are a key ingredient to any news story but their quality can vary a lot. This episode looks at different types of sources and gives advice on how to find reliable information.

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In Rio Today
1:56:50

In Rio Today: August 9, 2016

Seven August 9, 2016

Health and PE

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Host Hamish McLachlan shares all the golden moments and Australian performances each day of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games - every Aussie medal, every reaction, every unmissable ...

Host Hamish McLachlan shares all the golden moments and Australian performances each day of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games - every Aussie medal, every reaction, every unmissable moment.

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In Rio Today
1:43:45

In Rio Today: August 18, 2016

Seven August 18, 2016

Health and PE

News and current affairs

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Host Hamish McLachlan shares all the golden moments and Australian performances each day of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games - every Aussie medal, every reaction, every unmissable ...

Host Hamish McLachlan shares all the golden moments and Australian performances each day of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games - every Aussie medal, every reaction, every unmissable moment.

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In Rio Today
1:26:14

In Rio Today: August 8, 2016

Seven August 8, 2016

Health and PE

News and current affairs

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Host Hamish McLachlan shares all the golden moments and Australian performances each day of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games - every Aussie medal, every reaction, every unmissable ...

Host Hamish McLachlan shares all the golden moments and Australian performances each day of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games - every Aussie medal, every reaction, every unmissable moment.

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In Rio Today
1:41:28

In Rio Today: August 10, 2016

Seven August 10, 2016

Health and PE

News and current affairs

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Host Hamish McLachlan shares all the golden moments and Australian performances each day of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games - every Aussie medal, every reaction, every unmissable ...

Host Hamish McLachlan shares all the golden moments and Australian performances each day of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games - every Aussie medal, every reaction, every unmissable moment.

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In Rio Today
1:43:50

In Rio Today: August 13, 2016

Seven August 13, 2016

Health and PE

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Host Hamish McLachlan shares all the golden moments and Australian performances each day of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games - every Aussie medal, every reaction, every unmissable ...

Host Hamish McLachlan shares all the golden moments and Australian performances each day of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games - every Aussie medal, every reaction, every unmissable moment.

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Cast From The Storm
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Cast From The Storm

ABC June 16, 2019

Intercultural understanding

News and current affairs

Drama

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A timely and emotionally powerful documentary that examines how some of the most fragile members of our society - refugee children - can learn to face highly traumatic pasts ...

A timely and emotionally powerful documentary that examines how some of the most fragile members of our society - refugee children - can learn to face highly traumatic pasts by harnessing the power of drama.

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In Rio Today
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In Rio Today: August 7, 2016

Seven August 7, 2016

Health and PE

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Host Hamish McLachlan shares all the golden moments and Australian performances each day of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games - every Aussie medal, every reaction, every unmissable ...

Host Hamish McLachlan shares all the golden moments and Australian performances each day of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games - every Aussie medal, every reaction, every unmissable moment.

 
 
 
The future of work

While the future has never been more uncertain, recent events have revealed how workers and workplaces can adapt. Explore this collection of videos to see how new jobs are emerging in a changing economy, discuss what kind of skills we're going to need, and listen to some advice to put the challenges of preparing for this world into perspective.

Design and Technologies

News and Current Affairs

Personal and Social Capability
 
 
 
Bushfires and climate change

The summer of 2019-20 has been a horrific one for bushfires in Australia. Help your students understand the causes and science of bushfires, and meet the people fighting — and recovering from — the phenomenon.

Earth and environment

Geography

News and Current Affairs

Science

Sustainability
 
 
 
Get started with primary school clips

With classroom-ready clips for term 1, put some of the big issues of the summer in context, and discuss Lunar New Year, Australia Day, Safer Internet Day, Clean Up Australia Day and Harmony Day as well.

Asia and Australia

Critical Thinking

Geography

History

Intercultural Understanding

News and Current Affairs

Sustainability
 
 
 
Women and social change

Learn how the role of women has changed over time and how people have fought for their civil rights in a collection to mark International Women's Day.

Civics and Citizenship

News and Current Affairs

Personal and Social Capability
 
 
 
Migration and population change

Find out how migration and population trends have changed Australia and it's culture through this curated collection.

Civics and Citizenship

News and Current Affairs
 
 
 
All about autism for secondary students

Autism is a condition that affects the way an individual relates to his or her environment and their interaction with other people. Get insights into the lives of individuals living with autism.

News and Current Affairs

Personal and Social Capability
 
 
 
The digital age for secondary students

Use this playlist to help students to understand how digital devices work around them. Discover the latest emerging technologies and the affect on individuals from the rise of the digital world.

Design and Technologies

Digital technologies

News and Current Affairs
 
 
 
Refugees

Gain new insights into the lives of the diverse individuals who seek asylum in Australia and around the world with this collection of clips and documentaries.

Asia and Australia

Intercultural Understanding

Languages

News and Current Affairs
 
 
 
Oceans and marine life

The ocean serves not only as Earth's lungs, but is also home to nanoarchaeum equitans, the world's smallest living organism, and the gigantic blue whale, the largest creature to have ever lived. See why the sea is so important in this timely collection marking World Oceans Day.

Biology

Geography

News and Current Affairs

Science

Sustainability
 
 
 
Indigenous land rights

Explore changing experiences of democracy and citizenship through the stories of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, focusing on land rights and the significance of Mabo Day.

History

Indigenous Australians

News and Current Affairs
 
 
 
Royal weddings

A royal wedding is a marriage ceremony involving members of royal family. This week we are celebrating the royal event the wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.

Civics and Citizenship

Intercultural Understanding

Modern history

News and Current Affairs
 
 
 
The holy month of Ramadan

Ramadan, the ninth month in the Islamic calendar, is a special time for Muslims. See how the community fasts from dawn and dines together come sunset with Behind the News and Compass. (ACHASSK065,VCHHK077)

Intercultural Understanding

Languages

News and Current Affairs

Religious studies
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