GUIDING+QUESTIONS

= GUIDING QUESTIONS =

Here are the questions the class came up with in our first lesson. You may like to use these to guide your exploration of your topic in your wiki page. You may use as many or few as you like...but remember you need to be exploring your topic in depth! HAPPY RESEARCHING :-)


 * Multiculturalism and You**
 * “What does multiculturalism mean to you?”


 * Significant Event or Person**
 * What was the event?
 * When did it happen?
 * Where did it happen?
 * Who was involved?
 * Who did it affect?
 * Why did it happen? What were the issues of multiculturalism at the time?


 * Cultural groups, Culture and Community**
 * What communities were involved?
 * How was the government involved?
 * What role did the media play in this event?
 * What was the communities response to the issue?
 * What was the government’s response to the issue?


 * Rights and Responsibilities**
 * How are democratic values demonstrated in this event?
 * What do you think should have happened?
 * (Equality, Freedom of speech, and representation)
 * What actions could have been taken to resolve the issue?
 * What actions could the government have taken to resolve the issue?


 * Critical Thinking: Both Sides of the Story**
 * Are there two sides of the story?
 * What are the opinions of both parties involved?
 * What were the rights and responsibilities of the individuals involved?


 * Australian Identity**
 * How do you think this event has shaped Australia?
 * How is Australia different now from when the event took place? Is it different?


 * Images, Videos and what messages they have**
 * Are there any images that make you think differently about the event, or that really strike you?
 * Can you find any videos to upload that are particularly interesting or exciting or controversial? Is there any strong connection between your event/ person and any other in Australian history?
 * Include weblinks, blogs and references in your wiki