Arts and Society
Influencing the cultural conversation
Arts and Society
Influencing the cultural conversation
Video games could make us better people
There is much hand-wringing about negative effects of video games. But what if they can actually develop the ethics of those who play them?
PODCAST: Prof Ingrid Piller on how bilingualism can help strengthen communities
Professor of Linguistics Ingrid Piller talks to us about her research into migrant English language learning, generational patterns of language transmission, and how bilingualism can be an asset for Australian communities.
The Avenger effect and the rise of superhero cinema
Co-inciding with the release of the latest Avenger movie this week, Faculty of Arts cultural critic Dr Anthony Lambert discusses the influence of Marvel characters in society and how diversity is reflected in pop culture.
Catharine Lumby: now everyone is both a consumer and producer of news
What's the downside when consuming news now that anyone can be a content producer? How is knowledge circulated in today's ever-evolving media landscape?
The classroom of the future: Garry Falloon on digital learning
The classroom of the future is already here! With e-learning taking over and mobile devices aplenty, how significantly will these new technologies shape the ways in which we learn?
Monique Crane on improving resilience in the workplace
Why do some people flourish in the workplace while others struggle? We reveal some simple tips managers can use to help boost wellbeing at work.
Is there a right way to teach children?
Education plays a critical role in shaping the mental development of a child. But is there an optimal way to teach a child or do different children respond to different approaches?
Julian Droogan talks national security
What are the motivations behind the so-called Islamic State? What is the state of Australia's border protection? Dr Julian Droogan from our Department of Security Studies discusses these hot topics.
Game of Thrones under the microscope: a fix for fans of medieval stories
To mark the new season of the world's most popular TV show, historian Dr Clare Monagle explains our fascination with medieval stories, drawing on her lecture From Charlemagne to Game of Thrones: The Middle Ages Then and Now.
Here's why Trump makes teaching politics great again
As the current US Government shutdown enters its third week, it’s not just the media who need to keep up with the continuing controversy coming out of the White House.
Jasmine Fardouly on how social media impacts mental health
Dr Jasmine Fardouly discusses the role of social media on body image, particularly in adolescents, and the steps one can take to identify and lessen the negative mental health impacts of social media.
Stop scrolling: social media detox improves wellbeing
A new study on the impact of social media on mental health says just 10 minutes on Facebook looking at thin, glamourous people can trigger negative feelings.