Content+Summary

An integrated unit incorporating geography, english, ICT, art, history and mathematical concepts. = = = Subject content summary =

Opportunities to participate in oral communication and discussions, both with guest speakers and during group activities. Reading and writing skills are also developed during reading of relevant materials, journal writing and creation of own narratives.
 * English:**

Utilising the internet as a research resource and creating slide shows using PowerPoint software. Use of digital camera to record features of the local community discovered on their excursion. Creating a virtual community on the Internet.
 * ICT:**

Creating collages using various print media and map features using a variety of art materials.
 * Art:**

Visiting the concept of scale when applying it to the creation of their map of the local community.
 * Mathematics:**

In a year-long syllabus, this unit might be placed at the beginning as it focuses on basic concept of community which we believe should be a necessary component of students' knowledge at Level 3.