Australian History Mysteries 2

Australian History Mysteries 2 is a video/DVD, print and website resource. It provides five inquiry-based case studies in twentieth century Australian history. The case studies present evidence from a variety of museums, historical collections and historic sites for students to use to solve the five mysteries.

Each of the case studies is self-contained, and structured to provide step-by-step practical classroom approaches and suggestions. Teachers can follow this approach, or adapt the resource for their own needs. The resource is evidence rich and provides an excellent model for teachers to develop their own inquiry units.

Topics:		Sir Charles Kingsford Smith, the bombing of Darwin in February 1942, atomic tests at Maralinga, Freedom Rides and the 1967 Aboriginal Referendum, the murder of Juanita Nielsen

Type:		Curriculum materials

Years:		9–12

Key Curriculum Links:		SOSE, HSIE, History, Australian Studies

Designed for use at middle secondary levels, teachers will also find the materials and ideas readily usable for both younger and older levels.

Case Study 1: What happened to ‘Smithy’?
Case Study 2: Why did the Government lie about the bombing of Darwin?
Case Study 3: What are the mysteries of Maralinga?
Case Study 4: Freedom Ride and 1967 Referendum — What do they tell us about Australian attitudes?
Case Study 5: What happened to Juanita Nielsen?

The video/DVD and print components of Australian History Mysteries 2 are available for purchase through the National Museum of Australia shop and through Ryebuck Media. The website component is free. Go to the Australian History Mysteries website.

Select Australian History Mysteries 2 below for a full brochure description of this resource. Australian History Mysteries 2 can be ordered from this brochure.

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