Elaboration (3) ACLJAC173
considering their identity as a ‘second language learner’ and whether it involves changes in aspirations, career considerations or social-networking opportunities
Elaboration (3) | ACLJAC173 | Content Descriptions | Years 7 and 8 | Years F–10 Sequence | Japanese | 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
Elaboration ACLJAU014
developing metalanguage for communicating about language, using terms such as ‘noun’, ‘pronoun’, ‘verb’, ‘adjective’ and ‘conjunction’, and cross-referencing with knowledge of English-language syntax and parts of speech
Elaboration | ACLJAU014 | Content Descriptions | Years 7 and 8 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | Japanese | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (1) ACLJAC186
comparing lyrics and styles of Japanese- and English-language songs and performances, tracking similarities and differences in genres, themes and modes of emotional expression
Elaboration (1) | ACLJAC186 | Content Descriptions | Years 9 and 10 | Years F–10 Sequence | Japanese | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration ACLJAC117
performing simple presentations for the school community that involve both Japanese and English language elements, such as a contribution to an assembly performance for Grandparents’ Day
Elaboration | ACLJAC117 | Content Descriptions | Foundation to Year 2 | Years F–10 Sequence | Japanese | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Years 7 and 8 Japanese
The nature of the learners Students are beginning their study of Japanese and typically have had little prior exposure to the language and associated culture. Many will have learnt an additional language in primary school, while some have proficiency …
Years 7 and 8 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | Japanese | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Years 3 and 4 Japanese
The nature of the learners At this level, children are developing awareness of their social worlds and of their memberships of various groups, including of the Japanese class. They are further developing literacy capabilities in English, and while this …
Years 3 and 4 | Years F–10 Sequence | Japanese | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Years 9 and 10 Japanese
The nature of the learners Students have prior experience of learning Japanese and bring a range of capabilities, strategies and knowledge that can be applied to new learning. They are expanding the range and nature of their learning experiences and …
Years 9 and 10 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | Japanese | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Foundation to Year 2 Japanese
The nature of the learners Children enter the early years of schooling with established communication skills in one or more languages and varying degrees of early literacy capability. For young students, learning typically focuses on their immediate …
Foundation to Year 2 | Years F–10 Sequence | Japanese | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Years 7 and 8 Japanese
The nature of the learners These years represent a transition to secondary school. Students in this sequence are continuing to study Japanese, bringing with them an established capability to interact in different situations, …
Years 7 and 8 | Years F–10 Sequence | Japanese | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Years 5 and 6 Japanese
The nature of the learners At this level, students are widening their social networks, experiences and communication repertoires in both their first language and Japanese. They continue to need guidance and participate in structured, collaborative tasks …
Years 5 and 6 | Years F–10 Sequence | Japanese | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (2) ACLJAU195
comparing language features of Japanese and English versions of texts such as weather reports or text messages, including the use of abbreviations and emoticons, and noting differences that might be culturally significant
Elaboration (2) | ACLJAU195 | Content Descriptions | Years 9 and 10 | Years F–10 Sequence | Japanese | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (3) ACLJAU177
comparing and contrasting the structures of a variety of authentic community texts in Japanese and English, exploring how the audience, purpose and context influence each language version
Elaboration (3) | ACLJAU177 | Content Descriptions | Years 7 and 8 | Years F–10 Sequence | Japanese | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Years 9 and 10 Japanese
The nature of the learners At this level, students bring to their learning existing knowledge of Japanese language and culture and a range of learning strategies. They are increasingly aware of the world beyond their own …
Years 9 and 10 | Years F–10 Sequence | Japanese | Languages | F-10 curriculum
ACLJAU125
Recognise that Japanese and English borrow words and expressions from each other and from other languages[Key concepts: language, change, word borrowing; Key processes: noticing, recognising, classifying]
Elaborations ScOT Terms
ACLJAU125 | Content Descriptions | Foundation to Year 2 | Years F–10 Sequence | Japanese | Languages | F-10 curriculum
ACLJAC191
Reflect on cultural differences between Japanese- and English-language communication styles and on how these affect intercultural interactions[Key concepts: identity, culture, communication; Key processes: comparing, analysing, evaluating, profiling]
Elaborations ScOT Terms
ACLJAC191 | Content Descriptions | Years 9 and 10 | Years F–10 Sequence | Japanese | Languages | F-10 curriculum
ACLJAU195
Identify, analyse and compare textual features and conventions that characterise social and informative media in Japanese and English[Key concepts: textual conventions, language features, cohesion; Key processes: comparing, analysing, identifying]
Elaborations ScOT Terms
ACLJAU195 | Content Descriptions | Years 9 and 10 | Years F–10 Sequence | Japanese | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (4) ACLJAC114
responding to Japanese versions of familiar children’s stories and folk tales, comparing expressions at key points in the story with English-language versions, and re-enacting with puppets, props or actions
Elaboration (4) | ACLJAC114 | Content Descriptions | Foundation to Year 2 | Years F–10 Sequence | Japanese | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration ACLJAC009
creating written or digital bilingual resources to support their language learning, such as captions for photo stories or displays, glossaries or personal Japanese–English dictionaries, with examples and explanations of terms or expressions that have …
Elaboration | ACLJAC009 | Content Descriptions | Years 7 and 8 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | Japanese | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (2) ACLJAU033
comparing language features of Japanese and English versions of familiar texts such as weather reports, phone conversations or text messages, for example, the use of abbreviations and emoticons, noting differences that appear to be culturally signifi …
Elaboration (2) | ACLJAU033 | Content Descriptions | Years 9 and 10 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | Japanese | Languages | F-10 curriculum