How we express ourselves

Transdisciplinary Theme

'How we express ourselves'

Central Idea

Factors within our environment can influence our perceptions and actions

As an International Baccalaureate world school, authorised to teach the Primary Year’s Programme, we explore six transdisciplinary themes each year. 

Our next unit of inquiry explores the transdisciplinary theme ‘How we express ourselves’. Students will explore the various aspects that shape the way people express themselves. Students will investigate the numerous influences that define a person’s identity. From the communities we call home to the values and beliefs we cherish; every aspect of our environment plays a key role in influencing our expression. The students will examine current trends and significant news events and gain insights into what constitutes a reliable website and which websites to avoid. 

Key Concepts

• perspective
• function
• form

Lines of Inquiry

• The range of ways we are influenced by communication.
• The way  social interactions influence how people engage with ideas and respond to others
• The differences between the language of opinion and feeling and the language of factual reporting or recording.

Action

During this Unit of Inquiry your child may wish to find out more about family history or other aspects of Australian Colonial history. They are encouraged to bring any artefacts or stories to share.

Approaches to learning

• Social Skills: being a productive team member and accepting responsibility
• Communication Skills: listening and speaking
• Thinking Skills: associating rights with responsibilities, identifying differing perspectives
• Self-Management Skills: effective use of time, actively following the Essential Agreement

Learner Profile Attribute focus

• thinker
• communicator
• reflective

The Year 5 Team

Mrs Janelle Diggins, Ms Brooke Vincent & Mr Pete Stanbrook 

The Year 5 Team

Miss Lauren Lowers/Mrs Kate Boston, Mrs Janelle Diggins, Mr Grant Rounsley and  Mrs Christine Gill