Elaboration (3) ACLFRU104
building understanding of text features through activities such as ‘genre substitution’; that is, transferring typical features from one genre to a different one, for example, a greeting that sounds like an announcement (Attention, Madame, comment-allez …
Elaboration (3) | ACLFRU104 | Content Descriptions | Years 7 and 8 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | French | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (4) ACLFRU104
understanding how to create textual cohesion, using elements such as conjunctions or causal phrases to sequence and link ideas and maintain the flow of expression, for example, donc, mais, à propos de, pendant, si, grace à, à cause de…
Elaboration (4) | ACLFRU104 | Content Descriptions | Years 7 and 8 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | French | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration ACLFRU105
noticing that French is used differently in different situations and for different relationships, for example, casual conversation between friends, polite interactions between strangers in shops, and respectful/authoritative exchanges between teachers …
Elaboration | ACLFRU105 | Content Descriptions | Years 7 and 8 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | French | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (1) ACLFRU105
comparing language use and other aspects of communication in informal exchanges (for example, un match de football — allez, allez!) and in formal communication, for example, Soyez les bienvenus à notre école
Elaboration (1) | ACLFRU105 | Content Descriptions | Years 7 and 8 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | French | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (2) ACLFRU105
collecting and analysing samples of language from texts such as video clips or print/electronic forms of communication to explore differences in communicative style and expression between social groups such as les adolescents, les profs or les tout-p …
Elaboration (2) | ACLFRU105 | Content Descriptions | Years 7 and 8 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | French | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration ACLFRU106
understanding that languages and cultures change continuously due to contact with each other and in response to new ideas and developments in communications and technology (la mondialisation)
Elaboration | ACLFRU106 | Content Descriptions | Years 7 and 8 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | French | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (1) ACLFRU106
recognising that the French language continuously borrows and adapts words and expressions from other languages, including English, for example, stop! le football, le sketch, le clown; le sushi, l’origami
Elaboration (1) | ACLFRU106 | Content Descriptions | Years 7 and 8 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | French | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (2) ACLFRU106
recognising that many French words are used in English and in other languages (for example, croissant, menu, ballet, chef, chauffeur), and noticing the different vocabulary areas that these words tend to belong to (such as terms relating to food and fashion) …
Elaboration (2) | ACLFRU106 | Content Descriptions | Years 7 and 8 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | French | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (3) ACLFRU106
collecting French words used in English (for example, le restaurant, le menu, le chauffeur, le ballet, la pirouette), and comparing how they are pronounced by French or English speakers
Elaboration (3) | ACLFRU106 | Content Descriptions | Years 7 and 8 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | French | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (4) ACLFRU106
understanding that some languages are growing and adapting, while others (such as indigenous languages across the world) are endangered, disappearing or reviving, or blending with stronger languages
Elaboration (4) | ACLFRU106 | Content Descriptions | Years 7 and 8 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | French | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration ACLFRU107
recognising that French is an important world language spoken with a variety of accents and dialects in many regions of the world as well as in France, for example, le Québec, le Sénégal, le Maroc, La Suisse, La Nouvelle Calédonie
Elaboration | ACLFRU107 | Content Descriptions | Years 7 and 8 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | French | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (1) ACLFRU107
understanding that French serves different functions within France and in other regions of the world, including Australia, for example, as a langue nationale, officielle, de communauté, diplomatique and culturelle
Elaboration (1) | ACLFRU107 | Content Descriptions | Years 7 and 8 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | French | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (2) ACLFRU107
mapping and comparing variations in forms and expressions of French language in different geographical contexts, for example, les langues kanakes de la Nouvelle Calédonie, les langues bretonnes de la Bretagne, la créole de la Guadaloupe
Elaboration (2) | ACLFRU107 | Content Descriptions | Years 7 and 8 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | French | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (3) ACLFRU107
comparing diversity in accents, dialects and vocabulary in French-speaking communities with similar diversity in the use of English within and beyond Australia
Elaboration (3) | ACLFRU107 | Content Descriptions | Years 7 and 8 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | French | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration ACLFRU108
exploring how language and culture influence each other, for example, French terms of address that reflect respect and status such as Madame la Directrice and Monsieur le Président; diverse cuisines and food-related terms and expressions that reflect …
Elaboration | ACLFRU108 | Content Descriptions | Years 7 and 8 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | French | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (1) ACLFRU108
investigating connections between language and significant cultural values or practices in French, English and other languages, for example, la Marianne; la patrie; la laïcité; Reconciliation, Aussie Rules, ‘fair go’
Elaboration (1) | ACLFRU108 | Content Descriptions | Years 7 and 8 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | French | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (2) ACLFRU108
noticing how people think and talk about themselves and others, for example, comparing ways of addressing and thinking about older people or strangers
Elaboration (2) | ACLFRU108 | Content Descriptions | Years 7 and 8 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | French | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (3) ACLFRU108
creating a gift pack of symbols and expressions to introduce French students to Australian languages and cultures, and explaining the reasons for particular choices
Elaboration (3) | ACLFRU108 | Content Descriptions | Years 7 and 8 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | French | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (4) ACLFRU108
developing language to analyse and explain the nature of the language–culture relationship, using terms such as ‘meaning’, ‘perspective’, ‘values’, ‘assumptions’ and ‘difference’
Elaboration (4) | ACLFRU108 | Content Descriptions | Years 7 and 8 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | French | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (5) ACLFRU108
reflecting on own tastes, interests and language use that have been shaped by intercultural influences, for example, Japanese manga or anime, or American fashion, music and dance
Elaboration (5) | ACLFRU108 | Content Descriptions | Years 7 and 8 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | French | Languages | F-10 curriculum