Year 7 Case Studies

Convicts, Settlers and Immigrants (CSI)

Case Study Overview Convicts, Settlers and Immigrants (CSI) is a history tool that allows you to discover some defining moments (important events) in Australian history through your own eyes and those of your ancestors. Discover key events in Australian history as you uncover your heritage and add your ancestors and key family events to the… Continue Reading»

Australian History Mysteries Quiz

AVAILABLE TO PLAY FREE ONLINE Game Overview The Game is designed as a fun way to engage students in Australian history. Whilst there is an element of competition its main purpose is to introduce students to some famous people and key events that have shaped our country’s history. It can be used at all age… Continue Reading»

What are the Mysteries of Lake Mungo?

Case Study Overview There are many mysteries associated with the famous Lake Mungo archaeological site in southern NSW that will help students to explore important issues about ancient Australian history. Some of these are: How old are the Lake Mungo people and how do we know? Why were Mungo Lady and Mungo Man buried in… Continue Reading»

Ghost Town

Ghost Town ‘What is History?’ game UPDATED TO NEW IPAD FRIENDLY HTML VERSION! Ghost Town introduces students to the process of inquiry learning in history. It models the scaffolding processes involved in completing a research project and helps students develop the skills of research, evidence analysis and problem solving, all skills required in the new Australian… Continue Reading»