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Artificial intelligence (AI) is already transforming the way we live, work, communicate and travel. However, along with the potential to improve our quality of life, AI and the use of robots and automation risks compromising human rights and freedoms. We all need to understand ho...w this technology is being developed, used and regulated. What is AI, how does it work, and what are the benefits and ethical concerns? Also includes: worksheets and activities, fast facts, glossary, web links, index.
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This topic examines protest movements, rights and protections, and explores how activism can influence public opinion and hold governments and business accountable. Is the current climate of protest growing hotter for social change? Is Australia witnessing a rising tide of activi...sm which is shifting power to the people? Also includes: worksheets and activities, fast facts, glossary, web links, index.
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Looks at the current state of the world's forests and progress towards more sustainable forest conservation. It also focuses on how Australia is managing and conserving its own native forests. Topics include forestry protection policies; tree clearing and logging regulation; habi...tat destruction and species loss; and forestry certification, practices and plantations. What are the sustainable solutions to deforestation and forest management - how do we see the forests for the trees? Also includes: worksheets and activities, fast facts, glossary, web links, index.
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Explores ethical, legal and medical pros and cons in the drugs policy debate, featuring the topical issue of pill testing. Does testing give young people a false sense of security and promote risky drug use, when there is actually no safe level at which these substances can be ta...ken? Or are harm reduction approaches simply about saving lives and giving drug users a safety net? Also includes: worksheets and activities, fast facts, glossary, web links, index.
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A secure supply of affordable, reliable and sustainable energy is essential to Australia's future growth and prosperity. What are the pros and cons of the various energy options? Are we adapting quickly enough to renewables or clinging too long to fossil fuels in order to counter... the impacts of greenhouse gas emissions on climate change? Australia's energy policy debate is far from settled - how should we power into the future? Also includes: worksheets and activities, fast facts, glossary, web links, index.
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A timely guide aimed at teachers and students, featuring advice on how to promote the skills to access, understand, question, critically analyse and evaluate digital media. It is important that we understand the news media environment and our engagement with it, in all of its fac...tual, social and ethical dimensions. How is fake news spread, and how can you detect it? What sources should you trust, and why? Also includes: worksheets and activities, fast facts, glossary, web links, index.
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Explores the masculine stereotypes which sustain gender inequality, focussing on traditional male gender roles, toxic masculinity, misogyny and attitudes which promote violence and disrespect towards women. Also addresses the impacts of traditional masculine norms on men's health... and wellbeing, encouraging positive, healthier masculinities. Also includes: worksheets and activities, fast facts, glossary, web links, index.
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Acts of terror and expressions of violent extremism are a confronting reality around the globe, and an ongoing threat in this country. This book focuses on the threat of terrorism and violent extremism in Australia and abroad; examines national security strategies and counter-ter...rorism laws in Australia; and explores ways of effectively countering extremism and radicalisation. How do we turn back the tide of fear in an age of increasing terror? Also includes: worksheets and activities, fast facts, glossary, web links, index.
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Inactivity increases overweight and obesity, raising the risk of chronic and life-threatening diseases. Which groups of inactive Australians are most at risk of lifestyle-related illness? What levels and types of activity are required for optimal health at each life stage, and ho...w can we incorporate regular activity into our daily lives? This book explains the risks and consequences of physical inactivity, and in turn promotes the benefits of being active. Also includes: worksheets and activities, fast facts, glossary, web links, index.
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In the past year, over four million Australians have run out of food and have been unable to buy more. Conversely, we also waste a lot of food right through the supply chain, costing the economy a staggering $20 billion annually. How can Australia address the needs of people who ...are food insecure, and by the same token minimise waste, to achieve an equitable and sustainable approach to food? Also includes: worksheets and activities, fast facts, glossary, web links, index.
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