Elaboration (4) ACLGEC158
combining modes of presentation such as displays, videos or music to compare social and cultural themes, for example, Australien und Asien/Deutschland und Europa im 21. Jahrhundert
Elaboration (4) | ACLGEC158 | Content Descriptions | Years 7 and 8 | Years F–10 Sequence | German | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (2) ACLGEC159
comparing Australian and German-language examples of a particular genre for cultural and stylistic differences, for example, iconic television series such as Gute Zeiten, schlechte Zeiten and ‘Home and Away’
Elaboration (2) | ACLGEC159 | Content Descriptions | Years 7 and 8 | Years F–10 Sequence | German | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (2) ACLGEC160
creating texts to entertain younger audiences, such as an ebook, an alphabet or number book, a puppet play or short film depicting an aspect of contemporary teenage life, considering different cultural perspectives and selecting appropriate language, …
Elaboration (2) | ACLGEC160 | Content Descriptions | Years 7 and 8 | Years F–10 Sequence | German | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (2) ACLGEC161
comparing and finding equivalent phrases and expressions in German and English, discussing differences and cultural influences, for example, so alt wie ein Baum/Stein (‘as old as the hills’), einen Bärenhunger haben (‘to be as hungry as a horse’)
Elaboration (2) | ACLGEC161 | Content Descriptions | Years 7 and 8 | Years F–10 Sequence | German | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (2) ACLGEC162
creating vocabulary lists and annotated cultural explanations for German-speaking visitors to events such as Australian sports days, swimming carnivals or family events, explaining culture-specific elements
Elaboration (2) | ACLGEC162 | Content Descriptions | Years 7 and 8 | Years F–10 Sequence | German | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration ACLGEC163
participating in cultural experiences, such as eating at a Swiss restaurant/café in Australia, watching a German soccer match or Austrian skiing competition, or listening to a pop group performance on Radio Liechtenstein, and reflecting on cultural similarities …
Elaboration | ACLGEC163 | Content Descriptions | Years 7 and 8 | Years F–10 Sequence | German | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (2) ACLGEC163
observing and recording aspects of language (such as register and use of the imperative) and cultural behaviour that need to be modified when communicating in German, depending on audience and social context
Elaboration (2) | ACLGEC163 | Content Descriptions | Years 7 and 8 | Years F–10 Sequence | German | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration ACLGEC164
mapping their own linguistic and cultural profile, for example, by creating a chart, timeline or web profile to highlight formative elements such as family languages, key relationships and intercultural experiences
Elaboration | ACLGEC164 | Content Descriptions | Years 7 and 8 | Years F–10 Sequence | German | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (2) ACLGEC164
discussing how they would represent Australia in a cultural forum, for example, what they would wear or take along to an International Students Day function held in Austria
Elaboration (2) | ACLGEC164 | Content Descriptions | Years 7 and 8 | Years F–10 Sequence | German | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (4) ACLGEC171
exchanging information and opinions with peers about a range of social and cultural issues, for example, blogging about die Schule der Zukunft or the causes and effects of Jugendarbeitslosigkeit, and giving reasons for opinions
Elaboration (4) | ACLGEC171 | Content Descriptions | Years 9 and 10 | Years F–10 Sequence | German | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration ACLGEC174
analysing and explaining how spoken, written and digital texts convey cultural as well as factual information, for example, regional news headlines, local community announcements, advertisements, notices in public spaces
Elaboration | ACLGEC174 | Content Descriptions | Years 9 and 10 | Years F–10 Sequence | German | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (1) ACLGEC175
creating a web page to provide information for young German-speaking job seekers in different regional and cultural contexts (Farmarbeit in Queensland, Kindermädchen im Outback, Küchenhilfe an der Ostküste), using formats such as databases, charts, maps …
Elaboration (1) | ACLGEC175 | Content Descriptions | Years 9 and 10 | Years F–10 Sequence | German | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (2) ACLGEC175
designing texts pitched to specific age or interest groups, making and explaining choices in relation to vocabulary, structure, and visual and cultural elements, for example, relationship advice for teens, tips for healthier living, local information …
Elaboration (2) | ACLGEC175 | Content Descriptions | Years 9 and 10 | Years F–10 Sequence | German | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (1) ACLGEC178
comparing, analysing and explaining German and English idiomatic expressions, finding ways to convey the meaning and cultural significance, such as by paraphrasing, for example, Ich verstehe nur Bahnhof, wenn ich überhaupt nichts verstehen kann.
Elaboration (1) | ACLGEC178 | Content Descriptions | Years 9 and 10 | Years F–10 Sequence | German | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (3) ACLGEC178
examining German versions of equivalent English texts, such as traditional tales and legends, advertisements, songs and jokes, and analysing linguistic and cultural differences, and translation challenges and solutions
Elaboration (3) | ACLGEC178 | Content Descriptions | Years 9 and 10 | Years F–10 Sequence | German | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (2) ACLGEC180
reflecting on and explaining aspects of language and cultural behaviour that need to be modified when communicating in German, evaluating how own language choices may be perceived by German speakers and making adjustments to enhance meaning, for example, …
Elaboration (2) | ACLGEC180 | Content Descriptions | Years 9 and 10 | Years F–10 Sequence | German | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (2) ACLGEC181
explaining important cultural information that a German-speaking visitor would need to know to behave appropriately on a visit to Australia, such as when participating in a meal with a host family, attending an Australian Rules football or rugby game …
Elaboration (2) | ACLGEC181 | Content Descriptions | Years 9 and 10 | Years F–10 Sequence | German | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (3) ACLGEC181
developing an annotated digital itinerary of events for a visitor from a German-speaking country to give them a sense of Australian cultural diversity
Elaboration (3) | ACLGEC181 | Content Descriptions | Years 9 and 10 | Years F–10 Sequence | German | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (3) ACLGEU184
comparing German and English versions of texts with easily recognisable language features, such as love songs, recipes or horoscopes, noticing differences or similarities in imagery or focus that might be culturally significant
Elaboration (3) | ACLGEU184 | Content Descriptions | Years 9 and 10 | Years F–10 Sequence | German | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (3) ACLGEU186
establishing a deeper understanding of diversity and reflecting on own experience of what linguistic and cultural diversity means
Elaboration (3) | ACLGEU186 | Content Descriptions | Years 9 and 10 | Years F–10 Sequence | German | Languages | F-10 curriculum