This resource is to be used in alignment with study on the Crusades. Explore what the Islamic world was like and its contributions during this time. Curriculum links: Australian: AC9HH8K03, AC9HH8K05, AC9HH8K06, AC9HH8S01, AC9HH8S06, AC9HH8S07, AC9HH8S08. Victorian: VC2HH8S01, VC2HH8S05, VC2HH8S06, VC2HH8S08, VC2HH8S09, VC2HH8K19, VC2HH8K20, VC2HH8K22, VC2HH8K23
Explore the artwork of Dalya Alaraji, a shortlisted artist from the Australian Muslim Artist 2025 exhibition. Reflect on stereotypes, media bias, and the impact on individuals and communities. Curriculum links: VC2HC8K09, VC2HC8K11, VC2HC8K12, VC2HC10K09, VC2HC10K10, VC2HC10K11, VC2HC10S02, VC2CI8C02, VC2CI8D01, VC2CI10C01, VC2CI10C02, VC2CI10D01, VC2CI10D02
Explore the values and teachings of Prophet Muhammed (PBUH) and discuss what they look, feel, and sound like at school. Students draw pictures related to the values post-discussion. Curriculum links: Intercultural Capabilities (Aus Curriculum), VC2CI2C01, VC2CI2C02, VC2CI2D01, VC2CI2D02.
Unpack the term 'Islamophobia'. Connect with the Personal and Social and Intercultural curriculum through this activity which explores how Islamophobia affects students and how to challenge and stand up for peers. Curriculum links: Level 3 Australian Curriculum/PS Capability, Intercultural Understanding, VC2CP4S02, VC2CP4S03, VC2CP4O01, VC2CP4O02, VC2CI4C01, VC2CI4C02, VC2CI4D01, VC2CI4D02.
Media Analysis - Islamophobia and the Christchurch attacks
Using the video resource developed by the IMA: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pqt7bSz1nEI&list=TLGGY5b9G2aNubcyMjA3MjAyNQ explore the theme of Islamophobia and its connection to the 2019 Christchurch attacks. Analyse media bias and consider the impact on communities and individuals. Curriculum links: VC2E9LY01, VC2E9LY04, VC2E10LY04, VC2HH10S03, VC2CI10D01, VC2CI10C02, VC2CI10D02, VC2CP10O02, Intercultural Understanding (Australian Curriculum Level 6).
Explore real news headlines that incite Islamophobic narratives. Understand the true meaning behind words used by the media and unpack and discuss scenarios. Curriculum links: VC2CI8C02, VC2CI8D02, VC2CI10D01, VC2CI10D02, VC2CP8O02, VC2CP10O01, VC2CP10O02, VC2CP10O03, Personal and Social Capability and Intercultural Understanding (Australian Curriculum).
Explore the prompt outlined and investigate the approaches to treatment of diverse communities by Prophet Muhammed (PBUH) and European's disseminating the White Australia Policy. There are teachers notes, and student worksheets included to guide explicit teaching and research. Curriculum links: VC2E9LA08, VC2E9LY08, VC2E9LY09, VC2E10LY08, VC2E10LY09, VC2E10LY05, AC9E10LA02, AC9E10LA04, AC9E9LE06, AC9E9LY06, AC9E10LY06, EN5-ECB-01, EN5-URB-01, EN5-ECA-01.
Explore Islamic values and how they relate to Western values practiced today. Then, create a storyboard focusing on one of the values discussed. Curriculum links: Intercultural Capabilities (Australian Curriculum), VC2CI4C01, VC2CI4C02, VC2CI4D01, VC2CI4D02, VC2HC4K07,
Define and identify examples of Islamophobia. Have discussions around the topic and explores ways that it can be overcome through kindness and respect. Curriculum links: VC2E5LY09, VC2E6LY08, VC2CI6C02, VC2CI6D01, VC2CI6D02, VC2CP6O01, VC2CP6O02, VC2CP6O03, VC2CP6O05, AC9HP6P05, AC9E6LY05, AC9ADR6E01.