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What are two popular pastimes mentioned as uniquely Australian?
What are two popular pastimes mentioned as uniquely Australian?
- Fishing and hiking
- Traveling and cooking
- Gambling and watching sport (correct)
- Surfing and cycling
What is a likely reason for Australians to bet on their sports teams?
What is a likely reason for Australians to bet on their sports teams?
- To increase team morale
- To follow a legal regulation
- To avoid losing money
- To make the game more interesting (correct)
What does the author suggest is un-Australian about the government's decision?
What does the author suggest is un-Australian about the government's decision?
- Restricting access to televised sports
- Prohibiting gambling ads during sports broadcasts (correct)
- Banning advertising for sports equipment
- Limiting legal gambling options
Which argument is used by proponents for banning gambling advertisements?
Which argument is used by proponents for banning gambling advertisements?
What historical comparison does the author make to gambling ads affecting children?
What historical comparison does the author make to gambling ads affecting children?
What is the author’s view on the legality of gambling?
What is the author’s view on the legality of gambling?
The phrase 'fair go' in Australian culture refers to what?
The phrase 'fair go' in Australian culture refers to what?
What effect does the author believe the ban on gambling advertising will have?
What effect does the author believe the ban on gambling advertising will have?
What is the primary task expected from the analytical writing assignment?
What is the primary task expected from the analytical writing assignment?
Which game is mentioned as having historical significance in Australian gambling culture?
Which game is mentioned as having historical significance in Australian gambling culture?
How does the opinion piece describe the Australian attitude towards gambling?
How does the opinion piece describe the Australian attitude towards gambling?
What type of writing is being assessed in the assignment?
What type of writing is being assessed in the assignment?
What gambling method is cited as having a significant prevalence in Australia?
What gambling method is cited as having a significant prevalence in Australia?
What is NOT a requirement for the analytical writing assignment?
What is NOT a requirement for the analytical writing assignment?
Which aspect of the opinion piece does Thomas Wright primarily address?
Which aspect of the opinion piece does Thomas Wright primarily address?
What cultural significance does the author attribute to gambling in Australia?
What cultural significance does the author attribute to gambling in Australia?
Which group demonstrated higher empathy after reading?
Which group demonstrated higher empathy after reading?
What effect does reading fiction have on young readers according to the study?
What effect does reading fiction have on young readers according to the study?
What concern does Susan Greenfield raise about children's activities?
What concern does Susan Greenfield raise about children's activities?
What does Jackson prefer about playing Minecraft?
What does Jackson prefer about playing Minecraft?
How does Evie feel about screen time?
How does Evie feel about screen time?
What issue did Greenfield identify in the younger generation?
What issue did Greenfield identify in the younger generation?
What is Aditi's approach to screen time?
What is Aditi's approach to screen time?
What does the research suggest about the impact of social media compared to reading fiction?
What does the research suggest about the impact of social media compared to reading fiction?
What type of addiction is online social network addiction compared to?
What type of addiction is online social network addiction compared to?
What can online social networks help individuals identify?
What can online social networks help individuals identify?
What is a potential impact of technology use on a child's activities?
What is a potential impact of technology use on a child's activities?
According to recent research from the OECD, what aspect of student life is related to internet usage at school?
According to recent research from the OECD, what aspect of student life is related to internet usage at school?
In which subjects was student internet usage correlated with academic performance in the OECD research?
In which subjects was student internet usage correlated with academic performance in the OECD research?
What can be a result of technology use in children's lives?
What can be a result of technology use in children's lives?
What percentage of parents have signed the petition regarding screen time at school?
What percentage of parents have signed the petition regarding screen time at school?
What is the main concern regarding children's use of digital technology?
What is the main concern regarding children's use of digital technology?
What has the principal requested in response to the parental concerns?
What has the principal requested in response to the parental concerns?
According to Samuel Page, what negative shift is observed among children?
According to Samuel Page, what negative shift is observed among children?
What aspect of children's development is enhanced by reading fiction, according to Keith Oatley?
What aspect of children's development is enhanced by reading fiction, according to Keith Oatley?
What action did parents take regarding their concerns about screen time?
What action did parents take regarding their concerns about screen time?
What is one reason for concern about children's screen time in schools?
What is one reason for concern about children's screen time in schools?
What might be a potential benefit of reducing screen time in the classroom?
What might be a potential benefit of reducing screen time in the classroom?
Flashcards
What is the LAT?
What is the LAT?
A pre-admission requirement for law schools in Australia.
Who administers the LAT?
Who administers the LAT?
The Australian Council for Educational Research, responsible for administering the LAT.
What is Task A of the LAT?
What is Task A of the LAT?
Analyzing an opinion piece by Thomas Wright, focusing on evaluating opinions and arguments.
What does Thomas Wright's opinion piece focus on?
What does Thomas Wright's opinion piece focus on?
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What is Wright's argument about gambling in Australia?
What is Wright's argument about gambling in Australia?
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How does Wright criticize the government ban?
How does Wright criticize the government ban?
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How does Wright compare the ban to historical events?
How does Wright compare the ban to historical events?
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What is Wright's main argument about legal gambling?
What is Wright's main argument about legal gambling?
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What issue sparks the need for recommendations on technology usage?
What issue sparks the need for recommendations on technology usage?
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What does the principal need from the recommendations?
What does the principal need from the recommendations?
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What is the focus of Item 1 in the recommendations?
What is the focus of Item 1 in the recommendations?
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What benefit is linked to reading fiction?
What benefit is linked to reading fiction?
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What other benefit is linked to reading fiction?
What other benefit is linked to reading fiction?
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How are screens compared to reading?
How are screens compared to reading?
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What do students think about screens and books?
What do students think about screens and books?
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What is Jackson's perspective on gaming?
What is Jackson's perspective on gaming?
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What is Evie's view on books and screens?
What is Evie's view on books and screens?
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What is Aditi's approach to reading?
What is Aditi's approach to reading?
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What is the principal's concern about technology?
What is the principal's concern about technology?
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What is one potential consequence of excessive technology use?
What is one potential consequence of excessive technology use?
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How does the principal view the effects of technology on well-being?
How does the principal view the effects of technology on well-being?
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What is the focus of Item 4 in the recommendations?
What is the focus of Item 4 in the recommendations?
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What academic areas are examined in the OECD research?
What academic areas are examined in the OECD research?
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What is the purpose of the OECD research?
What is the purpose of the OECD research?
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What is the concern about children's preference for screens over books?
What is the concern about children's preference for screens over books?
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What is “Empathy”?
What is “Empathy”?
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What is “Empathy deficit”?
What is “Empathy deficit”?
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What is “Convergence of Technologies”?
What is “Convergence of Technologies”?
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What is “Internet Addiction”?
What is “Internet Addiction”?
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Study Notes
Law Admission Test (LAT) Overview
- The LAT is a pre-admission requirement for law schools in Australia.
- The Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER) administers the LAT.
- Copyright held by ACER, allowing individual copies for personal study.
Task A Analysis Task
- Write an analytical piece evaluating an opinion piece by Thomas Wright.
- Focus on critically analyzing opinions and arguments.
- Assessment criteria include clarity, structure, and conciseness.
Opinion Piece by Thomas Wright
- Wright argues against the Australian Government's ban on gambling ads during daytime sports broadcasts.
- Highlights the cultural significance of gambling and sports in Australia.
- Describes gambling (Two Up, pokies) as an integral part of Australian identity.
- Critiques the government ban as an "attack" on personal freedoms and rights.
- Questions the reasoning behind the ban, likening it to historical moral panics over other forms of media.
- Contends that if gambling is legal, it shouldn't be treated as harmful.
Task B – Recommendations for Educational Technology Use
- Issue of children's excessive screen time prompts a parental petition.
- Principal seeks recommendations on digital technology usage in classrooms.
Item 1: Article on Reading and Technology
- Concerns over children's preference for screens over reading books.
- Cites psychological research linking fiction reading to improved empathy.
- Discusses findings on social identity and belonging from reading fiction.
- Contrasts screen time activities (like gaming) with potential empathy deficits.
Kids Vox Pop Insights
- Student responses display mixed feelings about screen vs. book time.
- Jackson praises creative potential in gaming; contrasts his mother’s views.
- Evie enjoys books but finds them boring, values social connection through screens.
- Aditi reads on her iPad, showing convergence of technologies.
Item 2: Opinion Piece by Principal
- Highlights risks of internet addiction similar to gambling addiction in youth.
- Suggests technology may displace other beneficial activities in children's lives.
- Points to both positive and negative impacts of technology on attention and emotional health.
Item 4: Research by OECD
- OECD research examines the correlation between internet usage and academic performance.
- Focuses on impact on reading, mathematics, and science scores in students.
- The data serves as context for understanding technology's role in education.
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Description
This quiz covers the overview of the Law Admission Test (LAT) in Australia, detailing its administration by ACER and its importance for law school admissions. Additionally, it includes an analytical task focusing on Thomas Wright's opinion piece regarding government gambling ad bans, challenging the cultural significance of gambling in Australian society.
