K-6 HSIE
In Human Society and Its Environment (HSIE) students learn about history, geography, civics and citizenship. They investigate their personal and community identity, and gain an understanding of their nation and its place in the world. They learn to participate effectively in maintaining and improving the quality of their society and environment.
Inquiry-Based Learning
At Salamah College, students engage in Inquiry-Based Learning through exploring ‘big ideas’ and contributing questions in each unit of work. To cope with the demands of today’s world, students need to know more than just the core subjects. They need to know how to use their knowledge and skills by thinking critically, applying knowledge to new situations, analysing information, comprehending new ideas, communicating, collaborating, solving problems, and making decisions. Inquiry Learning is a process whereby students are involved in their learning, formulate questions, investigate widely, and then build new understandings, meanings, and knowledge. Inquiry is the process in which a learner uses their background knowledge to approach new situations and ask questions to find out more.
Human Society and its Environment (HSIE)
Salamah College is committed to fostering a deep understanding of Human Society and its Environment (HSIE) by encouraging students to think critically, value diversity, and contribute to a just and sustainable future as active and informed citizens.
HSIE incorporates the study of four Geography focus areas and four History focus areas. These geographical and historical knowledge, understanding, and skills aim to develop a sense of belonging and wonder about their world and about the past.
It’s through the foundational knowledge, understanding, and skills of Geography and History that students learn about:
- people, places, and environments linking the past to the present
- personal experiences and the world through stories, maps, and historical evidence
- knowledge and understanding of Australia’s democracy to become active, informed members of their community
- learning what it means to be Australian
- Aboriginal cultures and histories
- sustainable practises
- the deep connection to country and place
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