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Elaboration (1) ACLJAC170

identifying Japanese words and expressions that involve cultural meanings which are difficult to translate into English, such as もしもし、よろしくおねがいします

Elaboration ACLJAU195

identifying the use of cohesive devices such as conjunctions to sequence and link ideas and actions in both Japanese and English media texts, for example, verb て form, だから、それに、それで

recognising structures and key features of familiar types of texts such as めいし、 emails, conversations, speeches, advertisements, stories and songs, identifying formulaic expressions and comparing with similar texts in English, for example, by comparing …

Elaboration (1) ACLJAU017

recognising the use of words ‘borrowed’ by Japanese from other languages such as English, French or Portuguese, for example, サッカー、ゴルフ、パン、 and noting how these are pronounced by Japanese speakers

Elaboration (1) ACLJAC008

interpreting words and expressions encountered in simple Japanese texts such as greeting cards, menus or stories that do not translate easily into English and that reflect aspects of Japanese culture, for example, ていしょく、いただきます、 the use of ‘happy’ in English …

Elaboration (2) ACLJAC109

introducing self, using formal spoken language and appropriate non-verbal language such as bowing, for example, はじめまして、Hana　です。どうぞよろしく。

Elaboration (1) ACLJAU161

investigating the influence of Japanese language and culture on their own language and experience, for example, by creating a glossary of Japanese words and expressions used in fields such as martial arts (‘judo’, ‘karate’, ‘sensei’, ‘sumo’), food (‘sushi’, …

Elaboration ACLJAC172

recognising the link between language and culture by reflecting on frequently used expressions such as しつれいします、おくれてすみません, and ways in which values and culture are embedded in the language

Elaboration (1) ACLJAC188

comparing translations of language associated with significant events, rituals or practices in Japan/Japanese-speaking communities, identifying examples of the relationship between language and cultural values and experience, for example, おじゃまします。

Elaboration (2) ACLJAC115

creating/re-creating simple songs, poems and rhymes using spoken and written language as well as non-verbal forms of support such as clapping, gestures and facial expressions

Elaboration ACLJAC130

finding examples of Japanese language at home or in the community to create a class collection, display or digital database of terms related to recipes, toys, gadgets or menus

Elaboration (3) ACLJAU144

learning to discuss culture and language by responding to prompt questions such as ‘What do you notice?’ ‘Why do you think that …?’ ‘How is this similar / different …?’

Elaboration (4) ACLJAC166

drawing on content, language, images and presentation formats from a range of Japanese media resources to design posters or leaflets on topics such as environmental sustainability or youth-related issues

Elaboration (2) ACLJAC167

creating texts such as brochures, posters or website posts to inform others about upcoming events such as Languages Week, a Japanese-language performance or a school exchange visit

Elaboration ACLJAC169

creating and performing imagined experiences in intercultural contexts, using expressive language, gestures and supporting materials to create dramatic effect, for example, gesture games or theatre sports

Elaboration (1) ACLJAC172

making a list of perceived benefits of learning Japanese and developing an intercultural capacity, for example, access to different perspectives and experiences, and insights into their own language and cultural experience

Elaboration (3) ACLJAC172

making appropriate language choices for particular social situations in different cultural contexts, for example, using appropriate familial terms to refer to their own or to others’ family members

Elaboration ACLJAC173

reflecting on their own response to learning and participating in cultural behaviours such as bowing and using respectful language, identifying degrees of comfort, discomfort, challenge and enjoyment

Elaboration (2) ACLJAC173

reflecting on the experience of learning and using Japanese, and considering whether own previous attitudes or assumptions in relation to Japan or the Japanese language and culture have changed

Elaboration (2) ACLJAU178

analysing language used to express different levels of formality in a variety of texts such as conversations, letters, emails and text messages, noting differences between written and spoken texts

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