Worlds beyond

Concept

Exploring the concept: Worlds beyond

Concept statement

'Worlds beyond' focuses on the constructed nature of our future. It examines how texts construct and represent the views of the future and the impact of technology.

In the study of 'Worlds beyond' you explore and draw conclusions about how language constructs out view of the future in a number of contexts.

The texts provided in this resource and the additional texts analyse the different perspectives and ideas about the future. You will take into account the influences of the composer's choice of language forms, features and structures.

Activity 1: Concept statement

Re-read the area of study concept statement for 'Worlds beyond' and make a list of your ideas and thoughts about what it means.

Use several dictionaries and thesauruses and make a list of the words and phrases that have to do with 'worlds' and 'beyond'.

The futurists agreed that technology will be an important part in the ways societies exist.

Some commentators believe life in the future will be a challenge to the way we see ourselves, our families and the community.

Locate recent examples in the news media of the ideas about how future communities will be constructed. Consider how they are related to the concept.

Reflect on the ways communities, individuals and groups are presented.

Activity 2: Your ideas

Ever wondered what the future would be like?

Will we be flying around in hover cars?

Will all the information we need to know be on a chip implanted in our head?

What work will I be doing in 20 years?

Will Australia win the 2048 FIFA World Cup?

Discuss your ideas with friends. You may like to look at a number of films and TV documentaries about life in the future to help you decide.

You may find that as you study the texts in this resource and collect your own related texts you may decide to modify your ideas.