Students engage with a variety of texts that provide exposure to cultural heritages, environmental and social sustainability, popular cultures and youth cultures, picture books, everyday and workplace texts, as well as diverse social, gender, and cultural perspectives.
Students explore a diverse range of texts, including literature, film, media, nonfiction, graphic novels, and digital works. These texts provide invaluable experiences in Australian literature, profound insights into Aboriginal perspectives, multicultural encounters within Australia, and a glimpse into literature from various countries and eras.
Additionally, students are exposed to texts that address important social issues such as sustainability, global citizenship, and identity.
By engaging with a wide range of texts, students develop critical thinking skills and the ability to analyse and interpret different perspectives. This allows them to become more open-minded and understanding individuals, able to navigate complex societal issues with empathy and sensitivity.
Moreover, exposure to diverse texts also helps students develop their own unique voices as writers. By studying a variety of styles and genres, they gain insight into different writing techniques and learn how to effectively communicate their own ideas in a variety of mediums.
In today’s interconnected world, it is crucial for students to have a deep understanding of different cultures and perspectives. Through studying a diverse range of texts, students not only learn about the experiences and perspectives of others, but also gain a deeper understanding of their own cultural identity. This can lead to increased tolerance and appreciation for diversity.
