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Please note: This study guide contains two versions – a full-colour guide and a text-only version for printing and referencing.
The Assembly is a seven-part documentary series that sees autistic journalism students interview well-known Australians with the support of their mentor, renowned journalist Leigh Sales.
The focus of this study guide is Episodes 1 and 7.
Curriculum Links:
The Assembly is suitable for secondary students in Years 7-12 in the following learning areas:
- English
- Health
- Media
- Society and Culture
The story told by The Assembly provides a focus for inquiry and cross-curriculum projects in these subjects.
The Assembly is also a valuable resource for students undertaking certificate and tertiary studies in Community Services and Health. While the study guide has been specifically written for students, many of the suggested activities may support the professional learning of health and disability support workers and facilitate discussion in community groups supporting people with disability and carers of people with disability.
General capabilities:
- Critical and Creative Thinking
- Ethical Understanding
- Literacy
- Personal and Social Capability
