Voices of the People · Democratic Participation

The Power of the Media

The role of a free press in holding the government accountable.

Key Questions

  1. 1Who should decide what is considered fake news?
  2. 2What is the government's role in protecting journalists?
  3. 3What rights are in tension between privacy and the public's right to know?

ACARA Content Descriptions

AC9HASS6K05
Year: Year 6
Subject: Civics & Citizenship
Unit: Voices of the People
Period: Democratic Participation

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