Australian Freedom Ride Lesson
Learning objectives
In this lesson, students will examine the causes and events of the 1965 Australian Freedom Bus Ride, exploring how a group of university students and First Nations activists drew national attention to racial inequality in rural New South Wales and Queensland. They will also investigate the tactics used by the Freedom Riders and evaluate how effective direct protest was in bringing about change for Indigenous Australians during this period. Students will have the opportunity to achieve this through choosing their own method of learning, from reading, research, and video watching options, as well as the chance to engage in extension activities. This lesson includes a self-marking quiz for students to demonstrate their learning.
How would you like to learn?
Option 1: Reading
Step 1: Download a copy of the reading questions worksheet:
Step 2: Answer the set questions by reading the webpage below:
Option 2: Internet research
Download a copy of the research worksheet below and use the internet to complete the assigned tables:
Option 3: Watch video
Step 1: Download a copy of the viewing questions worksheet:
Step 2: Answer the set questions by watching the video below:
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Extension activities
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