What stories does the Census tell us about our national and our community? (Stage 3, Stage 4, Stage 5)
Census data is used to plan services that impact our lives, including schools, health care, transport and infrastructure. It also plans local support for individuals, families and communities.
ACTIVITY OUTLINE:
In this session, you can explore and discuss:
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- Why do we have a Census and why is it important?
- What data does the Census collects about your community?
This activity includes:
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- educational videos about the Census and Census data
- a downloadable guide on how to access Census data
- a downloadable Census personal form for your students to explore the questions asked.
IS THIS A FREE EVENT? Yes
BROUGHT TO YOU BY: Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS)
Event Details
Event Type
On Demand (available until: 26-Jun-2025 11:59PM)
Delivery Platform
Duration
Price
FREE
Curriculum
Primary, Secondary
Main KLA, Strand, Sub Strand
Maths » Statistics and Probability » Data Collection and Representation
Other KLAs
HSIE » Society and Culture
HSIE » Geography » People, Places and Environments of the World (Stage 3 - Year 5 and 6)
Joining The Event
Technology and Materials Requirements
You require access to the internet and speakers to play the videos.
You can plan additional activities if you:
- print the downloadable personal Census form for students to complete.
- provide students with direct access to the ABS website to explore the Census data.
More Information About This Event
You can explore Census data in details with your class by:
Accessing classroom resources for learning about and exploring Census data
Using our census data tools
Watching our 2021 Census data seminars
If you have any queries please contact the provider
Name: Strategic Communication
Phone: 1300 135 070
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.abs.gov.au/census