1. Stage 2 Australian and International Politics Welcome to the Transition lecture for the 2014 to 2015 Stage 2 Politics students

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6. What really matters in the School based part of the assessment? Folio 3 pieces of work >30% Folio 3 pieces of work >30% Sources Analysis 2 pieces of work >20% Sources Analysis 2 pieces of work >20% Investigation 1 piece of work >20% Investigation 1 piece of work >20%

10. Australian Politics Politics Students study all four of the following topics to differing degrees Students study all four of the following topics to differing degrees 1. The Australian Constitution and Federalism 2. Political Representation, Parliament, and the Executive 3. Voting and Elections 4. Political Parties.

11. The Australian Constitution and Federalism Students consider in detail Students consider in detail 1. the basic values and principles that underpin the Australian Constitution and federalism 2. the role of the Australian Constitution in determining the powers of the two tiers of government — federal and state or territory; 3. the division and growth of power within the federation the methods of resolving constitutional issue 4. current or recent issues in relation to the Australian Constitution and federalism.

14. Political RepresentationPolitical Representation, Parliament, and the Executive Executive Political RepresentationExecutive Students consider in detail Students consider in detail 1. political representation, parliament, the executive, the role of cabinet (including the function of parliament) 2. the ideas of responsible government - representative government and the separation of powers 3. the extent to which citizens can influence parliament at the federal and state or territory levels and participate at the local government level 4. current or recent issues in relation to representative and responsible government.

32. Voting Voting and Elections Elections Voting Elections Students consider in detail Students consider in detail 1. the electoral system - a comparison of different voting systems 2. compulsory voting and its impact on voting 3. factors influencing voting patterns 4. two or more recent elections

33. Political Parties Students consider in detail Students consider in detail 1. political parties — ideology, policy, and practice 2. the role of the major parties 3. the impact of minor parties and independents 4. political parties and independents in action today at federal, state of territory, and local government levels.

34. International Politics Students study one topic from the following list: Students study one topic from the following list: 1. Global Citizenship 2. Global Media 3. Australian International Relations 4. The United Nations 5. The Politics of the Asia–Pacific Region 6. The United States of America and World Affairs 7. Comparative Political Systems.

36. The United States of America and World Affairs 1. America - superpower to global hegemon. 2. The impact of 11 September 2001 3. Various and alternative perspectives on American foreign policy 4. Relations between America and Australia.

39. INVESTIGATION Students undertake one investigation on a local, national, or international political issue of personal interest. In consultation with the teacher, they select a recent political issue that involves a range of views and some level of unresolved disputation. Before proceeding, consideration should be given to the availability of Before proceeding, consideration should be given to the availability of adequate sources. Students define the issue as well as the people involved and the standpoints they have adopted. Students develop a hypothesis or focusing question(s) to guide their investigation. They outline the scope of their investigation and plan their investigative strategy (who, what, how, why, and where).

40. Students gather primary information, which may include opinions from those involved in the issue; they determine who is responsible for the origins of the issue or who is affected by it. Students apply their information literacy skills in researching and using a range of primary and secondary sources. The different political views and complex arguments on the issue are analysed, synthesised, and evaluated. Students argue their case as informed, active citizens, using political terms and appropriate acknowledgment of sources. They reflect on the relationship between politics, power, and decision-making.

41. Examples of Investigation 1. Euthanasia 2. Same sex marriages 3. Sub corp 4. The rise of Clive 5. Jacqui 6. Victorian election 2014 7. ISIS 8. G20 9. Tony 10. Australia in the United Nations 11. Legalise the planT! 12. Assad 13. Burnside Council 14. Should 16 year old citrizens vote?

42. Examples of Investigation Gaddafi-misunderstood or mad? Gaddafi-misunderstood or mad? Politics and Religion-a study centred mainly on Paradise Community Church Politics and Religion-a study centred mainly on Paradise Community Church Is there enough support for youth in Adelaide suffering depression? Is there enough support for youth in Adelaide suffering depression? How has the federal government silenced artistic dissent? How has the federal government silenced artistic dissent? Is the SA government successfully dealing with hoon drivers? Is the SA government successfully dealing with hoon drivers? Do the Greens run the government? Do the Greens run the government? The Egyptian Revolution…is this just the start? The Egyptian Revolution…is this just the start? “Elderly abuse in nursing homes is on the rise.” Critically assess this statement. “Elderly abuse in nursing homes is on the rise.” Critically assess this statement. “Asylum Seekers should remain on Christmas Island/go to Tasmania.” Analyse this statement. “Asylum Seekers should remain on Christmas Island/go to Tasmania.” Analyse this statement. “A hung parliament is a responsible parliament.” Is this the case? “A hung parliament is a responsible parliament.” Is this the case? Wikileaks Wikileaks Live Cattle Trade Live Cattle Trade The cat debate The cat debate Katter …democracy in action? Katter …democracy in action?

43. Contemporary Issues Issues

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