When
- Lesson Activity
Enterprise Skills
- Problem Solving
- Critical Thinking
Who
- Senior Secondary (Year 10-12)
Time
- 35-40 minutes
Resources
- Projector (with sound)
- Internet enabled device for students
We are living in the attention economy!
This lesson activity explores the impact of the attention economy
1. As a class, watch the RSA video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?
2. Come up with a class definition of the term ‘Attention Economy’
3. Then, have students work individually or in pairs to explore The Daily Aus: https://www.thedailyaus.com.au
4. Have the students consider:
– What service is The Daily Aus providing?
– Who is The Daily Aus’ target audience?
– How is The Daily Aus navigating the challenge of the Attention Economy?
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