Compare cultural accounts without ranking the people behind them

Select comparable features from properly contextualised sources. Neutral description can reveal differences and similarities without implying one practice is more advanced or using an unstated norm to decide which account is better.

Use comparable information and neutral descriptions. Context explains differences more responsibly than ranking practices against an unstated norm.

Compare like information in context

Different approaches can be described without declaring one more advanced.

Identify comparable information. Describe similarities and differences. Avoid value rankings.

Is the comparison like for like? Use neutral sentence stems.

Use the source's own context.

Resources

• Reflection Journal Template — Record the creator, source, permission questions and planning decision before selecting classroom material.

Further reading

• AIATSIS — evaluating and selecting education resources
• Harmony Week — official organiser information

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