Years 7 and 8 Framework for Classical Languages
The nature of the learners Students are beginning their study of Classical Greek and typically have little prior knowledge and understanding of the language and ancient Greek history and culture. Most will have learnt …
Years 7 and 8 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | Classical Greek | Framework for Classical Languages | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Achievement Standard Framework for Classical Languages Years 7 and 8
By the end of Year 8, students use their knowledge of vocabulary, grammar and textual cues to identify and interpret information in Classical Greek texts, such as narratives, about the daily life and attitudes of the ancient Greeks. They interpret …
Achievement Standard | Achievement Standards | Years 7 and 8 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | Classical Greek | Framework for Classical Languages | Languages | F-10 curriculum
ACLCLE004
Read aloud, recite or perform Classical Greek texts, using phrasing and voice inflection to convey meaning and to entertain others[Key concepts: performance, emotion; Key processes: reading, presenting]
Elaborations ScOT Terms
ACLCLE004 | Content Descriptions | Years 7 and 8 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | Classical Greek | Framework for Classical Languages | Languages | F-10 curriculum
ACLCLE005
Translate Classical Greek texts into Standard English, by applying knowledge of vocabulary, accidence and syntax, and linguistic and cultural cues[Key concepts: equivalence, representation; Key processes: interpreting, translating]
Elaborations ScOT Terms
ACLCLE005 | Content Descriptions | Years 7 and 8 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | Classical Greek | Framework for Classical Languages | Languages | F-10 curriculum
ACLCLE006
Compare different translations and interpretations of Classical Greek texts, and identify features of successful translations[Key concepts: translation, analysis; Key processes: evaluating, explaining and comparing, intertextualising]
Elaborations ScOT Terms
ACLCLE006 | Content Descriptions | Years 7 and 8 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | Classical Greek | Framework for Classical Languages | Languages | F-10 curriculum
ACLCLU010
Identify the structure and features of a range of texts in Classical Greek, such as narratives and short plays[Key concepts: text structure, purpose; Key processes: identifying, explaining and comparing]
Elaborations ScOT Terms
ACLCLU010 | Content Descriptions | Years 7 and 8 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | Classical Greek | Framework for Classical Languages | Languages | F-10 curriculum
ACLCLE001
Read, comprehend and discuss Classical Greek texts, using vocabulary, grammar and textual cues, to explore the ancient Greek world[Key concepts: language, culture, meaning, experience; Key processes: reading, listening, interpreting, connecting]
Elaborations ScOT Terms
ACLCLE001 | Content Descriptions | Years 7 and 8 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | Classical Greek | Framework for Classical Languages | Languages | F-10 curriculum
ACLCLE003
Listen to and read Classical Greek texts, such as stories, myths and plays; share reactions and make connections with characters, events, actions, settings and key emotions[Key concepts: imagination, experience, character; Key processes: responding, connecting, …
Elaborations ScOT Terms
ACLCLE003 | Content Descriptions | Years 7 and 8 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | Classical Greek | Framework for Classical Languages | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (15) ACLCLE005
translating, independently, unseen texts in Classical Greek into appropriate English
Elaboration (15) | ACLCLE005 | Content Descriptions | Years 7 and 8 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | Classical Greek | Framework for Classical Languages | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (2) ACLCLU010
making connections and comparisons between a new text and familiar texts of the same type
Elaboration (2) | ACLCLU010 | Content Descriptions | Years 7 and 8 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | Classical Greek | Framework for Classical Languages | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (6) ACLCLE001
explaining cultural references embedded in texts, for example, μηδὲν ἄγαν
Elaboration (6) | ACLCLE001 | Content Descriptions | Years 7 and 8 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | Classical Greek | Framework for Classical Languages | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (10) ACLCLE001
interpreting stated and implied meanings in texts and supporting an opinion with evidence from the Classical Greek, such as relationships between characters
Elaboration (10) | ACLCLE001 | Content Descriptions | Years 7 and 8 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | Classical Greek | Framework for Classical Languages | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (1) ACLCLE003
recognising recurring characters, settings and themes in texts, drawing on previous knowledge and experiences to make connections with the narrative
Elaboration (1) | ACLCLE003 | Content Descriptions | Years 7 and 8 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | Classical Greek | Framework for Classical Languages | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration ACLCLE005
reading texts to gain a sense of holistic meaning, and identifying cues, such as text type, familiar vocabulary, grammar, and cultural references
Elaboration | ACLCLE005 | Content Descriptions | Years 7 and 8 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | Classical Greek | Framework for Classical Languages | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (14) ACLCLE005
collaborating with peers to interpret meaning in texts and develop and edit joint translations, using a range of ICT
Elaboration (14) | ACLCLE005 | Content Descriptions | Years 7 and 8 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | Classical Greek | Framework for Classical Languages | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (6) ACLCLU012
recognising the use of Greek as the language of the New Testament and as the original language of well-known texts such as the Lord’s Prayer
Elaboration (6) | ACLCLU012 | Content Descriptions | Years 7 and 8 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | Classical Greek | Framework for Classical Languages | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (3) ACLCLU013
exploring and discussing references in texts to social structure in Sparta, including the Spartans, perioikoi and helots
Elaboration (3) | ACLCLU013 | Content Descriptions | Years 7 and 8 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | Classical Greek | Framework for Classical Languages | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (4) ACLCLU013
comparing and contrasting references in texts to family life, social practices and education in Athens and Sparta
Elaboration (4) | ACLCLU013 | Content Descriptions | Years 7 and 8 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | Classical Greek | Framework for Classical Languages | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (1) ACLCLU014
reviewing and responding to aspects of cultural practices in Classical Greek texts and ancient Greek artefacts, and discussing the reactions of peers to these
Elaboration (1) | ACLCLU014 | Content Descriptions | Years 7 and 8 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | Classical Greek | Framework for Classical Languages | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration ACLCLE001
developing an initial sense of the structure and content of texts by inferring meaning from textual cues, for example, titles, headings, images or captions to images, maps
Elaboration | ACLCLE001 | Content Descriptions | Years 7 and 8 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | Classical Greek | Framework for Classical Languages | Languages | F-10 curriculum