Unearthed: Digging up the past

This excursion will support outcomes from the History 7-10 Syllabus (2024), while continuing to address relevant outcomes in the History K-10 Syllabus (2012).

History – Stage 4

Depth Study 1: Investigating the Ancient Past

Outcomes

HT4-1 describes nature of history/archaeology and explains their contribution to an understanding of the past
HT4-5 identifies the meaning, purpose and context of historical sources
HT4-6 uses evidence from sources to support historical narratives and explanations
HT4-8 locates, selects and organises information from sources to develop an historical inquiry
HT4-9 uses a range of historical terms and concepts when communicating an understanding of the past

Content

How historians and archaeologists investigate history, including excavation and archival research:

• outline main features of history/archaeology | outline role of historians/archaeologists
• describe/explain different approaches taken by archaeologists/historians

The range of sources that can be used in a historical investigation – including archaeological/written sources:

• students list range of sources used by archaeologists/historians

Stage 4 History 7 – 10 Syllabus (2024)

Historical Context 1 (core): The Ancient Past

Outcomes

HI4-CON-01 describes continuity and chance over a period of time in relation to a historical context
HI4-CPP-01 describes different contexts and perspectives of the past
HI4-INQ-01 explains the meaning and context of sources as part of a historical inquiry

Content

Historical Concepts & Skills

• Analysis and use of sources
• Perspectives and interpretation
• Significance and Contestability

The process of historical inquiry

• Acquiring, Processing and Communicating historical information

Up to 20 Students: $282
Up to 40 Students: $564
Up to 60 Students: $846
Up to 80 Students: $1128
Up to 100 Students: $1410
Up to 120 Students: $1,692
Up to 140 Students: $1,974
Up to 160 Students: $2,256

You can alter your booking numbers up until 2 weeks prior to your visit. We will contact you three weeks prior to your booking to confirm final numbers and requirements. You will be invoiced for the full cost of your program two weeks prior to your booking. Payment can be made by credit or debit card, or EFT. Cancellations made within 7 days of a booking will incur the full cost for the program. Cancellations made within 2 weeks of your visit will be invoiced for 50% of the total booking. Cancellations must be made in writing.

• Please plan to arrive before the start time of your booked program to allow for cloaking, toilet visits and/or a refreshment break for the students. If you arrive late, some elements and activities may need to be cut from the program to keep to the scheduled finish time.
• Large groups will be divided up into smaller groups for activities in the museums.
• Bags, food and drinks are not permitted in the museums and cloaking facilities are provided.
• Photography policies vary between the museums so please ask a member of staff for details.
• Teachers and carers are required to remain with their groups at all times.
• Disciplining students remains the responsibility of teachers and carers accompanying the group.
• Please let us know before your visit if any of your students have special needs or learning difficulties so we can plan to accommodate their needs during the visit.

Risk assessment: Museum of Sydney

Museum of Sydney Social Story