Inquiry

Question: How are our choices influenced by digital technologies?

Global Goal: Global Goal 9. Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure.

During Term Three, learners will explore the Inquiry question, ‘How are our choices influenced by digital technologies?’ and Global Goal 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure. They will begin with the exploration of ‘choice’ and what influences our choices, before moving on to the evolution of communication. Students will investigate how communication and social boundaries have changed over time, particularly with the introduction of digital technology. They will examine the significance of ethical decision making, both for themselves and others, and the impact of these decisions. Towards the end of the term, learners will craft constructive messages around the mindful use of digital technology using a variety of different platforms. 

Inquiry Key Vocabulary:

Choice, ethical decision making, social boundaries, communication, digital technology, innovation, infrastructure.

How can you support your child’s Inquiry learning at home?  

• Talk about the choices you make daily and what influences those choices.
• Discuss the importance of mindful use of digital technology at home.
• Encourage your child to create personal boundaries to using digital technology at home.