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Energy Action Australia
Sustainability and Cultural Context: Aboriginal Perspective
Energy Action Australia recognizes that traditional cultures around the world have a variety of stories through which their understanding of the world, the forces of nature and human's place in the world are explained. Cultural understanding and beliefs are a key element in the development and survival of all societies, determining the relationships between people as well as the relationship between humans (individually and collectively) and the natural environment. This resource draws on the cultures of the Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Island people in particular to highlight the part nature plays in providing us with energy, and our need to care for the environment. Students are encouraged to explore their own cultural heritage when pursuing these activities.
 Ngingari and Energy (story book)
Nature . . . energy . . . people . . . energy . . .
The past . . . the present . . . the future . . .
Ngingari, a young Aboriginal girl, is introduced to the study of energy and, with her grandmother, teacher and school friends, explores the relationship between our human society and our environment. Text written in dialogue script and contains part of Energy Rap.
Energy Rap
A fun song brightly illustrated in modern Aboriginal art form.
Icons
Each activity uses icons, based on Aboriginal culture, to guide the students through each activity.
Stop and Think - Think carefully before going further
Think-Pair-Share - Reflect about and discuss what you have experienced
Report your findings - record and report your results, experiences and thoughts
Mind Extension - a challenge to stretch the mind
At Home - An extension of classroom work to be carried out at home.
Safety -For your safety, take care that you follow directions
Environment - How is the ecosystem affected? Students are encouraged to identify links between their use of energy and it impact on the environment
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