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| Title: | Taraba |
| Author: | Ransom, R |
| Abstract: | Six Tasmanian Aboriginal stories retold. Each tells something of the spiritual world of the Tasmanian Aboriginal people, as well as explaining how the rewards and punishments given by the spirits have contributed to the characteristics of Tasmanian birds and animals. |
| Title: | Teaching/learning anti-racism: a developmental approach |
| Author: | Derman-Sparks, L & Phillips, C |
| Abstract: | The authors of this book have been teaching anti-racism to adults for twenty years. They provide a "how to" and conceptual framework to help teachers and trainers adapt anti-racism education for their programs. By integrating methodology and course content descriptions with student writing and analyses of students' growth the book highlights the interaction between teaching and learning. |
| Title: | Teaching Aboriginal Students |
| Author: | Hughes, M |
| Abstract: | Aimed at non-Aboriginal teachers of Aboriginal students, this program follows on from the video Finding Common Ground. Through observation and interviews with students and teachers it considers what teaching strategies work and why. Using dramatised classroom situations and comments by an Aboriginal studio panel, cultural differences, teacher-student relationships and preferred learning styles are discussed. |
| Title: | Teaching Aboriginal studies effectively |
| Author: | Goome, H |
| Abstract: | Written to help teachers develop their skills in teaching Aboriginal studies. Includes an evaluation of past teaching and resources, discussion of race, racism and culture and details of effective strategies and appropriate content. |
| Title: | Teaching and learning in multicultural schools |
| Author: | Coelho, E |
| Abstract: | This book outlines the theoretical background and provides detailed practical advice for teachers and school administrators, in culturally diverse schools. Topics include: immigrant resettlement and adjustment; the role of the school in welcoming newcomers and integrating them into the life of the school; how to provide an inclusive environment; how to develop a curriculum that includes many cultural perspectives; how to develop an inclusive instructional style; how to assess student progress and achievement in the multicultural school. |
| Title: | Teaching from a multicultural perspective |
| Author: | Roberts, H; Gonzales, J |
| Abstract: | Classroom strategies, curriculum reforms and assessment tools for teaching culturally diverse students without alienating, condescending or offending. |
| Title: | Teaching in a diverse society |
| Author: | Grossman, H |
| Abstract: | An examination of the issues involved with the teaching of a diverse student population, and practical suggestions for supportive teaching. |
| Title: | Teaching the teachers' resources |
| Author: | |
| Abstract: | Contents - Framework strategies: guidelines and advice for developing Aboriginal Studies.Using the right words: using the appropriate terminology.Model core subject manual: sample lectures, tutorials and resources information.Why teach Aboriginal Studies?Munyararl mythology: exposes and confronts some of the myths, misconceptions and stereotypes about Indigenous Australians.Six ways teaching our way: six case studies of effective Indigenous Australian Studies activities in primary schools.Cultural educators: case studies of cultural education in schools and discussion of the benefits of community involvement in school programs. |
| Title: | The action pack: anti-racist training distance education kit |
| Author: | WA Council for Youth Work |
| Abstract: | This kit looks at how racism is experienced in Australia. It provides suggestions for supporting people who are trying to create anti-racist environments, considers different ways of challenging racism and provides ideas and strategies for participants to develop action plans and policies for anti-racism in their own workplaces. |
| Title: | The Adelaide declaration on national goals for schooling in the twenty-first century |
| Author: | Buckby, M (chair) |
| Abstract: | The State, Territory and Commonwealth Ministers of Education met in Adelaide in April 1999 as the 10th Ministerial Council on Education, Employment, Training and Youth Affairs (MCEETYA). The Council agreed to act jointly to assist Australian schools to address areas of common concern, with a commitment to improving schooling within a national collaboration. The document sets out the preamble and the goals of the Council's declaration. |
| Title: | The Asianisation of Australia: some facts about the myths |
| Author: | Jayasuriya, D L |
| Abstract: | An independent and objective comment on the effects of Australian immigration policies. Provides comprehensive data on the make-up of Australian immigrant intake and the ability of immigrants to establish a place in their new country. |
| Title: | The bus ride |
| Author: | Miller, William & Ward, John (illus) |
| Abstract: | This is the story of the racial segregation of passengers on buses which formerly applied in the United States, where those passengers designated as "Coloured" were restricted to seats at the back of the bus while those designated as "White" occupied the seats in the front. Sarah, who has customarily sat with her mother at the back of the bus decides to move to the front to get a different view, finds that her action challenges not only those on the bus but sets off a train of events in the whole city. |
| Title: | The Coolbaroo Club |
| Author: | Coolbaroo Club |
| Abstract: | Looks at the history of the Coolbaroo Club in Perth and its role as a meeting place and a community focus for the local Aboriginal Community. Also highlights postwar race relations in a city which practiced unofficial apartheid, submitting its Aboriginal population to police harassment, identity cards, fraternisation bans, curfews and bureaucratic obstruction. |
| Title: | The Dreaming |
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| Abstract: | A selection of animated Dreaming stories from around Australia for primary students. Tape 1- introduction, to gain understanding of the Dreaming, and its significance for education. Tape 2- interviews with and information about the story tellers. |
| Title: | The immigrants |
| Author: | Lowenstein, W & Loh, M |
| Abstract: | The personal experiences and feelings of seventeen people who came to Australia between 1890 and 1970. |
| Title: | The immigration debate |
| Author: | Healey, K |
| Abstract: | A brief look at immigration, emigration and multiculturalism in Australia. |
| Title: | The Mandarins of the new golden mountain |
| Author: | Mathews, T |
| Abstract: | A documentary on the history of the Chinese in Australia, using interviews, photographs and archival footage. Its coverage includes the impact of the economy, the White Australia policy, the hardships and deprivations forced on them, and how they endured these. |
| Title: | The Muslims in Australia |
| Author: | Omar, W & Allen, K |
| Abstract: | This book provides an introduction to Islamic history, beliefs and practices, and would be useful for dispelling some of the myths and stereotypes often directed at Muslims. It also provides information on contemporary Australian Muslims, including the diversity of the community, family type, income, education and employment. |
| Title: | The myth of privilege: Aboriginal status, media visions, public ideas |
| Author: | Mickler, S |
| Abstract: | An examination of the media's role in the manufacture of the idea of Aboriginal privilege in the face of the evidence that Aborigines are the most disadvantaged people in Australia. How newspapers, television and especially talkback radio, report, with increasing sensationalism, a growing juvenile crime rate, focusing on Aboriginal youth. |
| Title: | The myth of terra nullius: invasion and resistance - the early years |
| Author: | Butler, Kevin |
| Abstract: | Designed to support the NSW history syllabus years 7 -10, this book takes an issues based approach to the early years of Aboriginal resistance and colonial intrusion. The module examines three key aspects: the interaction between Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal people, invasion and its "killing times" and Aboriginal resistance. |
| Title: | The other languages: a guide to multicultural classrooms |
| Author: | Edwards, V |
| Abstract: | A guide to sixteen community languages commonly spoken in Australia. Provides important information about the differences between writing systems, and the conventions governing the use of personal and family names, as well and information about the history, culture and religions of the countries where the languages originated. |
| Title: | The plan for Aboriginal education in early childhood and schooling 1999 - 2003 |
| Author: | SA Department of Education , Training and Employment (DETE) |
| Abstract: | The plan outlines the goals and outcome statements for early childhood schooling and Anangu education. It focuses on four major goals: learning; employers; organisational and structural processes and coordination; strategic planning. |
| Title: | The politics of Australian immigration |
| Author: | Jupp, J & Kabala, M |
| Abstract: | An examination of the major forces that have shaped Australian immigration policy. Includes consideration of immigration as a public policy, as economic policy, as a foreign policy, as a cultural policy, as well as political parties and interest groups and immigration policies. |
| Title: | The racism debate |
| Author: | Healey, K |
| Abstract: | A plain language look at the current issues of race, racism and government policies in Australia. |
| Title: | The resurgence of racism: Howard, Hanson and the race debate |
| Author: | Gray, G & Winter, C (eds) |
| Abstract: | A selection of revised papers from the 1997 Australian Institute of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies and the Australian National University conference "Is racism un-Australian?", which bring a historical perspective to understanding racism in Australian political and social life. |
| Title: | The struggle for Aboriginal rights: a documented history |
| Author: | Attwood, A & Markus, A |
| Abstract: | The history of the political struggle for Aboriginal rights in Australia through a selection of historical documents created by the Aboriginal campaigners. This book presents Aboriginal perspectives, and so is able to help readers gain a better understanding of the history, as well as the objectives and aspirations of the campaigners. |
| Title: | The teeth are smiling: the persistence of racism in multicultural Australia |
| Author: | Vasta, E & Castles, S |
| Abstract: | A look at the persistence of racism in Australia despite anti-racism legislation and inclusionary multicultural policies. The author argues that official anti-racism is often only superficial and masks continuing racism in the labour market, education, media and government policies. He considers how slogans of tolerance often reflect the move from biological to cultural ideologies of difference and how racism is often linked to globalisation and economic restructuring. |
| Title: | They get heaps |
| Author: | Edmunds, M |
| Abstract: | This book uses a study of Roeburne, WA, to examine how attitudes toward Aboriginal people are formed, reproduced and maintained in a climate of continuing inequality. |
| Title: | Tolerance: a resource guide for schools |
| Author: | |
| Abstract: | This teaching resource for middle secondary students aims to develop students' awareness of tolerance and their contribution to promoting tolerance. |
| Title: | Tracking Your Rights, Western Australia |
| Author: | |
| Abstract: | A resource for people who live and work in their communities and are able, through community action, to advocate for the practical exercise of rights at a local level. The resource aims to assist Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to use anti-discrimination laws and other mechanisms which can help to bring about improvements in social justice for community members. |
| Title: | Truancy and exclusion from school: report of the Inquiry into truancy and exclusion of children and young people from school |
| Author: | Australia. House of Representatives Committee on Employment, Education and Training |
| Abstract: | The findings of the inquiry report on the incidence of truancy of young people from school. As well as investigating the extent of nonattendance, current policies and practices on exclusion and truancy, the report looks at causes of nonattendance and possible linkages to poverty, homelessness, special needs children, Indigenous young people, crime, and school and community relationships. |
| Title: | Two rivers: a reflective journey |
| Author: | Bannister, A et al |
| Abstract: | A powerful expression in images and words of young people's understanding of Tasmania's history and a vision for a shared, racially harmonious future. |
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