Module Outline
Date retreived
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23/07/2026 7:13 AM AWST
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Current Affairs 2
Current Affairs 2
Module
National Code
State Code
70153
70153
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/03/1994
Field of Education
100703 - Journalism
Nominal Hours
34
Description
To provide students, studying the Certificate of
Preparatory Studies, with opportunities to develop
an awareness of, and interest in, current events,
involving local, state, national and international
issues.
To facilitate students' recognition of the rights and responsibilities of
individuals and groups, in relation to other individuals and groups, and in
relation to society and the state.
To develop research and analysis skills, and to
stimulate competence in oral and written
communication.
Preparatory Studies, with opportunities to develop
an awareness of, and interest in, current events,
involving local, state, national and international
issues.
To facilitate students' recognition of the rights and responsibilities of
individuals and groups, in relation to other individuals and groups, and in
relation to society and the state.
To develop research and analysis skills, and to
stimulate competence in oral and written
communication.
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Evidence Guide
Internal Assessment 100%
Oral participation and discussion 20%
Newspaper exercises 40%
News File 10%
Research on local issue 10%
Research on social issue 10%
Map exercises 10%
Oral participation and discussion 20%
Newspaper exercises 40%
News File 10%
Research on local issue 10%
Research on social issue 10%
Map exercises 10%
Elements and Performance Criteria
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Associated Qual/Courses
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6906 | Preparatory Studies | Accredited course |