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Definitions of a community
Definitions of a community
Historically, the establishment of communities was primarily based on geography. Therefore the definition of community as ‘a group of people who live in the same area’ was appropriate.
Definitions now usually emphasise aspects such as social relationships, a sense of belonging, common norms and social interaction. An example of this is ‘A group of people within society, who have a common background or shared interests and who may live in a similar area.’
Activity:
Using the ABS website link below, complete the google docs sheet about the demographics of your local community. Do the suburb you live in and make sure you search the suburb and select the one that says 'State Suburb' (SSC)
Utilising data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), identify the groups that make up the local community
Utilising data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), identify the groups that make up the local community
Activity:
Using the data gathered about the community you live in, make an infographic. There are two links below that you can use as well as an example of an infographic.
'An Infographic is a collection of imagery, charts and minimal text that gives an easy to understand overview of a topic. Infographics are a great way to manage and simplify complex information so it is effectively easy to digest'.
Reasons for community formation
Reasons for community formation
Two factors that define communities – geography and relationships – are largely responsible for their formation. Individuals ‘get together’ because they share a locality and they have similar interests or a similar purpose to satisfy their needs.
Activity:
Draw a mind map into your book and using the pictures below identify the reasons why communities form. The first letter of each of the words is identified below the picture to assist you .
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Activity:
Complete the worksheet 'Examples of community formation', by giving two examples of communities that may have formed for each of the reasons.
Activity:
Identify at least three communities to which you belong. For each of the communities that you identify, describe the needs that each of these communities help you meet.
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