Democracy Rules

Democracy Rules is relevant across the curriculum and particularly the Australian Curriculum for Civics and Citizenship, Australian Politics and History, Indigenous Studies and Studies of Australia and the Asia Pacific. It provides background knowledge to enable teachers to confidently lead students in electoral education.

Introduction

Introduction
- To the teacher
- How to use this resource
- Curriculum links

Topics and investigations

Topic 1: You and me, the decision makers
- Investigation A: What do we mean by democracy?
- Investigation B: Can we all make the decisions?
Topic 2: Representing everyone!
- Investigation A: How do you have your say?
- Investigation B: How are we represented?
Topic 3: What’s your vote worth?
- Investigation A: How and why do Australians vote?
- Investigation B: How do electorates change over time?
Topic 4: The voice of a vote in a world of change
- Investigation A: How did Indigenous Australians achieve civic rights?
- Investigation B: How did Timor-Leste take the first steps to democracy?
Topic 5: Young people and the vote
- Investigation: How engaged are young people in voting and elections?

Introduction

Topics and investigations

Further resources

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Useful links

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