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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

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 (1) ACLJAU197

reflecting on changes in their own language(s) and cultures due to influences such as technology and social media, for example, the use of abbreviations in text messaging or the replacement of words by emoticons, and considering possible effects of such …

Elaboration (2) ACLJAU198

exploring cultural concepts embedded in Japanese language which embody important core values and behaviours and for which there is no direct English translation, for example, えんりょ and 和(わ)

Elaboration ACLJAC188

comparing English translations and interpretations of Japanese texts such as song lyrics, proverbs and advertisements that contain cultural elements and references

Elaboration (2) ACLJAC189

creating oral commentaries that switch between English and Japanese for a bilingual audience at a sporting or performing arts event

Elaboration (1) ACLJAC190

evaluating the nature and effectiveness of their own language and actions when interacting in Japanese

Elaboration (2) ACLJAC183

building and using metalanguage to discuss language and language learning, for example, めいし、けいようし、どうし、ぶん

Elaboration ACLJAC190

reflecting and reporting on how learning Japanese provides insights into language and culture in general, and how their own assumptions about Japan or Asia have changed as a result of intercultural language learning

Elaboration (2) ACLJAC190

reflecting on how additional language experience supports and enhances first-language understanding and capabilities, for example, by identifying Japanese expressions, behaviours or attitudes that might enrich their own perspectives

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

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 ACLJAU194

further developing metalanguage to describe and increase control of grammatical concepts and language elements and to organise learning resources such as verb charts and lists of vocabulary and sentence structures

Elaboration (3) ACLJAU197

investigating the state and nature of indigenous Japanese languages, considering issues such as language revival and reclamation, and drawing comparisons with Aboriginal languages and Torres Strait Islander languages in Australia

Elaboration ACLJAC186

identifying how imaginative texts such as たなばた use structure, language and mood to build action, convey emotion and reflect cultural values

Elaboration (1) ACLJAU195

identifying features of familiar types of texts such as emails, songs, slogans or public signs, and noticing how the choice of language and structure works to achieve each text’s purpose

Elaboration ACLJAC183

using reflective language to discuss the experience of learning and using Japanese, for example, ぶんぽうはちょっとむずかしいと思います。

Elaboration (2) ACLJAC191

creating a reflective self-profile or autobiography in formats such as journal entries, articles, captioned photo stories, digital accounts or short films, including episodes related to the experience of learning Japanese language and culture that have …

Elaboration (1) ACLJAU196

evaluating how language choices reflect social relations and priorities, such as using expressions that deflect praise of self or own family to show modesty, for example, 日本語がじょうずですね。いいえ、ぜんぜん。

Elaboration (2) ACLJAC181

initiating and sustaining conversation by using appropriate あいづち, inviting contributions or asking for clarification, using culturally appropriate patterns of language and interaction, for example, すみません。あ、それはいいですね。どう思いますか。それは～ですか/ね。

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