Educators in South Australian public schools help shape the future. They nurture, develop and empower children and young people with the knowledge, skills and capabilities to become active, informed and ethical citizens. This program will support you in strengthening civics, citizenship and democratic education in your school. It will help learners navigate challenges, seize opportunities, making a positive impact on their lives and the lives of others.
The experience was refreshing, interesting, informative and needed in these challenging times.
Safeguarding Democracy through Public Education 7-8 participant
Program overview
Lead change in your school with this civics and citizenship specialisation, by empowering young citizens with a deeper understanding of democracy.
You’ll:
- explore the challenges and opportunities learners face in Australian democracy
- connect democratic dispositions, capabilities and understandings with Our Strategy for Public Education
- engage in an inquiry cycle to design learning that supports learners in becoming active, informed and ethical citizens
- learn with and from each other through a showcase of practice.
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Program costs
Orbis pays for:
- program fees and material costs
- 7 days TRT release (4 days face-to-face + 3 planning days at your school)
- catered lunch, tea and coffee on program days
- travel and accommodation for regional participants.
How to enrol
Check availability and enrol in Safeguarding Democracy through Public Education 7-8 via plink.