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""There's this prevailing voice in education is that we need to keep testing kids and fix education with big data. But I think you see a mindset in the film that's more about engaging and inspiring kids. And if there's anything I'm passionate about it's that if we just engage and inspire our kids, they'll do great things.""

This film and study guide represents a substantial effort to tackle youth homelessness in Australia. With an estimated 22,000 homeless youth every night, the urgency of the problem is undeniable. The study guide helps students understand the issue of youth homelessness and offers instructions on how to "add your voice" by making a documentary about homelessness in your area -a very worthy application of ICT skills. "Make a change and take action" is the exhortation of the film maker. Links to Civics and Citizenship ideals here. http://www.theoasismovie.com.au/education/documents/OASISREVISEDJAN2010.pdf

I love this! I am still smiling. It really makes me very inspired to hear of the impact that a teacher can make on a student. I can't wait to be a teacher.