Students investigate how European colonists acquired land in the 1770s. #momentoftruth
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Histories and Cultures | Design and Technologies | Sustainability | Science
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This unit provides students with the opportunity to develop an understanding of the history and principles of aerodynamics and how to apply these when generating, modifying or communicating designed solutions. Explore how First Nations perspectives influence the development of scientific knowledge with a close look at some of David Unaipin's inventions!
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Bangerang and Wamba Wamba Communities
Year 7
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Histories and Cultures
Design and Technologies
Sustainability
Science
4 Lessons x 60 minutes
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