Rationale Framework for Classical Languages
The study of Classical languages allows students to enter and explore ancient worlds that have shaped contemporary life and societies. Authentic engagement with seminal works of great literature and antiquities gives direct access to ancient ways of living …
Rationale | Framework for Classical Languages | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Context statement Indonesian
The place of the Indonesian language and culture in Australia and in the world The languages of the Indonesian archipelago have been used in Australia since contact several centuries ago between the peoples of the islands now known as Indonesia …
Context statement | Indonesian | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Years 7 and 8 French
The nature of the learners Students are beginning their study of French and typically have had little prior exposure to the language and associated cultures. Many will have learnt an additional language in primary school, some have proficiency in different …
Years 7 and 8 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | French | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Context statement Japanese
The place of Japanese culture and language in Australia and in the world Japanese is the official language of Japan, Australia’s northern neighbour in the Asia region. It is also widely used by communities of speakers in Hawaii, Peru and …
Context statement | Japanese | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Years 7 and 8 Framework for Classical Languages
The nature of the learners Students are beginning their study of Latin and typically have little prior knowledge and understanding of the language and Roman history and culture. Most will have learnt a different language …
Years 7 and 8 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | Latin | Framework for Classical Languages | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Years 7 and 8 Indonesian
The nature of the learners These years represent a transition to secondary school, and students in this pathway are continuing to study Indonesian, bringing with them a capability to communicate, with some assistance, …
Years 7 and 8 | Years F–10 Sequence | Indonesian | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Years 7 and 8 Chinese
The nature of the learners Students maintain their sense of belonging to both their home and their outside culture. They can alter their conduct to fit different contexts within the world of teenage experience. Chinese language learning and use Classroom …
Years 7 and 8 | Years F–10 Sequence | Background Language Learner Pathway | Chinese | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (1) ACLASFU090
appreciating the complexity of the relationship between language and culture, for example by discussing distinctions between Deaf cultures and other cultural minorities, such as the fact that most deaf people are born to hearing parents and typically …
Elaboration (1) | ACLASFU090 | Content Descriptions | Years 9 and 10 | Years F–10 Sequence | First Language Learner Pathway | Auslan | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (2) ACLASFU126
understanding that knowledge about past and present Deaf people and about Deaf cultural values is embodied in and transmitted through Auslan, for example, ways of producing the sign for SIGN embody cultural meaning, regarding distinctions made and values …
Elaboration (2) | ACLASFU126 | Content Descriptions | Years 9 and 10 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | First Language Learner Pathway | Auslan | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (1) ACLASFU216
appreciating the complexity of the relationship between language and culture, for example by discussing distinctions between Deaf cultures and other cultural minorities, such as the fact that most deaf people are born to hearing parents and typically …
Elaboration (1) | ACLASFU216 | Content Descriptions | Years 9 and 10 | Years F–10 Sequence | Second Language Learner Pathway | Auslan | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (3) ACLASFU252
understanding that knowledge about past and present Deaf people and cultural values are embodied in and transmitted through Auslan, for example ways of producing the sign for SIGN embody cultural meaning regarding distinctions made and values placed on …
Elaboration (3) | ACLASFU252 | Content Descriptions | Years 9 and 10 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | Second Language Learner Pathway | Auslan | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (3) ACLCHC227
introducing others to diversity within Chinese language and culture (such as diversity in language use and cultural practices across greater China, differences between urban and rural life, and regional cuisines) by participating in school cultural events …
Elaboration (3) | ACLCHC227 | Content Descriptions | Years 7 and 8 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | First Language Learner Pathway | Chinese | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Achievement Standard Arabic Years 9 and 10
By the end of Year 10, students use written and spoken Arabic to initiate, sustain and extend formal and informal interactions with the teacher, peers and others in a range of settings. They use language spontaneously to respond to others, seek …
Achievement Standard | Achievement Standards | Years 9 and 10 | Years F–10 Sequence | Arabic | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Achievement Standard Arabic Years 9 and 10
By the end of Year 10, students use written and spoken Arabic to initiate and sustain interactions with peers and adults. They use language spontaneously to exchange ideas, opinions and feelings, compare experiences and discuss future plans. They …
Achievement Standard | Achievement Standards | Years 9 and 10 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | Arabic | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Achievement Standard Korean Years 9 and 10
By the end of Year 10, students use written and spoken Korean to communicate with teachers, peers and others in a range of settings and for a range of purposes. They use Korean to access and exchange information on a broad range of social, cultural …
Achievement Standard | Achievement Standards | Years 9 and 10 | Years F–10 Sequence | Korean | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Achievement Standard Spanish Years 9 and 10
By the end of Year 10, students use written and spoken Spanish to initiate and sustain interactions with teachers, peers and others in a range of settings and for a range of purposes. They use language spontaneously to offer opinions on social …
Achievement Standard | Achievement Standards | Years 9 and 10 | Years F–10 Sequence | Spanish | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Achievement Standard Turkish Years 9 and 10
By the end of Year 10, students use spoken and written Turkish to initiate, sustain and extend interactions with peers, teachers and others in a range of contexts and for a range of purposes. They exchange ideas, opinions and aspirations, for …
Achievement Standard | Achievement Standards | Years 9 and 10 | Years F–10 Sequence | Turkish | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Achievement Standard Arabic Years 5 and 6
By the end of Year 6, students use spoken and written Arabic to exchange personal information and describe people, places and ideas related to their personal experiences and social activities such as celebrations for example, أذهب مع عائلتي لزيارة …
Achievement Standard | Achievement Standards | Years 5 and 6 | Years F–10 Sequence | Arabic | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (5) ACLASFU035
understanding that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander signed languages arise from specific needs, for example, certain cultural restrictions on speech, or the presence of deaf people
Elaboration (5) | ACLASFU035 | Content Descriptions | Years 3 and 4 | Years F–10 Sequence | First Language Learner Pathway | Auslan | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (4) ACLASFU054
recognising that different types of expressive and imaginative performance in Auslan carry cultural as well as linguistic information, for example, a film or theatrical performance that represents typical miscommunication experiences
Elaboration (4) | ACLASFU054 | Content Descriptions | Years 5 and 6 | Years F–10 Sequence | First Language Learner Pathway | Auslan | Languages | F-10 curriculum