1) Purpose: The purpose of these professional learning presentations is to provide students the opportunity to look in-depth at different Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, languages and cultures, which can be used to embed Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives in mainstream classrooms. These professional learning presentations will help to deepen students understanding of the diversity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, histories, languages and cultures.
*** Have to link the culture to the education system (how does it effects or helps/advantage/difficulty/….)***

2) Assessment guide
-Demonstration of understanding of the topic of interest relating to the assigned area:
+Accurate and relevant description of the topic
+Depth of research
+Culturally appropriate
+Relevant definitions provided
+Statistics up to date and accurate
+Positively presented:
Evidence of effective and respectful teamwork
Effective oral communication
Well structured- logical sequence of information
Strong audience engagement
Keeps to time
Follows all assessment instructions
-Evidence of background reading and research
+At least four relevant academic journals or refereed sources (including refereed websites)
+References accurately referenced
+References accurately interpreted
+References appropriately integrated into presentation

3)Addresses learning outcome: extend their appreciation of Indigenous Australian cultures as a basis on which to develop their own teaching.