Author Archives: Dave Fagg

About Dave Fagg

I'm a dad, husband, and resident of a regional town in Bendigo. I earn a crust through freelance writing, and youth work. I am also studying sociology. When I'm not working I love reading on the couch, playing soccer with my son, and musing.

Alexander Pearce Movie

Posted on September 22, 2009 by Dave Fagg

Ah….convicts! Ahh…convict cannibal!!  Ahhhh…convict cannibal movie!!! This is Australian history teaching paradise. I haven’t seen the film yet, but go here for the trailer of the movie Van Dieman’s Land. There’s also an interesting interview with the director and lead … Continue reading →

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Back again, new and improved, we return to our irregularly programmed schedule…

Posted on September 30, 2008 by Dave Fagg

Yes, I have been absent from this site. The main reason is that I have resigned from my teaching position at Eaglehawk SC, despite widespread protests…no, not true; no-one is indispensable. I’ve been settling into my new role as a … Continue reading →

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Bit of Self-Promotion

Posted on March 19, 2008 by Dave Fagg

Just wanted to boast  little – iHistory is quoted in “Reinventing Project-Based Learning”, a new book on technology and learning recently published in the US.

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Australian History Summer School

Posted on March 19, 2008 by Dave Fagg

I’ve been a bit absent on this site lately. The reason is that I’ve been working 2 jobs as I prepare to go on leave from teaching until the end of the year. Hopefully I’ll still post some history stuff … Continue reading →

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Bushranger Melange Podcast

Posted on November 16, 2007 by Dave Fagg

As a short assessment of our bushranger unit, I got my students to write (and not so short) summaries of different Australian bushrangers. Some of them you may have heard of…others are less well known. Listen to the podcast.

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