NSW Curriculum Review

NESA is currently conducting a major review of the NSW curriculum. The terms of reference can be found at:

https://nswcurriculumreview.nesa.nsw.edu.au/home/siteAreaContent/a044385b-b58d-4c96-8efc-451f29c1f321

 To assist HTANSW in preparing its submission to this review, we invite members to respond to the following brief survey AND offer any additional optional comments.

 The survey will close on 12 October.

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* 1. Please rate the follow statements by how strongly you either agree or disagree with them.

The study of history assists in developing critical thinking skills.

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* 2. The study of history assists in developing literacy.

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* 3. The study of history develops creativity.

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* 4. The study of history assists in developing numeracy.

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* 5. The study of history engages students in learning at school and beyond.

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* 6. The study of history is essential in developing informed citizens.

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* 7. It is important to retain history as a distinct discipline.

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* 8. I am supportive of the broad scope of the current curriculum review.

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* 9. I am confident that there will be transparency in the decision-making process.

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* 10. Subject associations such as the HTANSW should be participants in the decision-making process.

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* 11. Please add further comment in relation to ‘how skills and attributes are acquired’ through the study of history AND/OR add comments that address the broader terms of reference. Add links to reference material if relevant. For longer submissions, send an email with attachments to htansw@tpg.com.au

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