Aims

This education resource promotes key learning outcomes.

Students will be able to:

• understand the establishment of the National Capital with reference to Federation;
• understand the historical reasons behind the geographical location of the National Capital;
• identify and report on the achievements of significant individuals during and immediately after Federation;
• explore Walter Burley Griffin's imaginative use of landscape when designing the National Capital;
• describe the changing patterns of urban development in the National Capital by referring to Walter Burley Griffin's original design;
• compare photographic and map evidence of the National Capital at different times and examine built features in the National Domain (at the heart of the city);
• reflect on the significance of commemorative works and their role in the National Capital;
• value Australian identity, democracy and the symbolic role of the National Capital;
• reflect on the historical and contemporary role of Australia's National Capital;
• investigate how Canberra is commonly portrayed by the media; and
• analyse comparisons between Canberra and other national capitals.

Students will also be able to:

• understand and critically challenge ideas;
• investigate and communicate effectively;
• make reasoned and informed decisions;
• participate positively and effectively as individuals or working in a small team;
• conduct accurate environmental observations;
• put events into sequence; and
• develop a respect for cultural heritage.