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• VCNRC075

  Create and perform a variety of imaginative texts for different audiences, manipulating language and experimenting with different techniques such as imagery or sound effects

  Elaborations

  • creating texts with various settings, characters and events, for example, animations or adventure stories, songs, games or short films, using a range of devices such as imagery and sound effects to entertain
  • creating and presenting various types of texts, such as skits or scripts for role plays, considering characters, themes and settings, for different audiences
  • designing and presenting posters and advertisements for real and imaginary situations or products, such as advertising an Australian product for the market in places where the language is spoken and vice versa
  • using a familiar text-type, such as those found in social media or a blog, to describe an imaginative experience, such as their first day as an exchange student in a school where the language is spoken

  VCNRC075 | Capabilities | Personal and Social Capability | Levels 9 and 10 | Communicating | Creating

• VCNRC071

  Participate in and sustain classroom interactions by elaborating on opinions and ideas and discussing the opinions and views of others

  Elaborations

  • participating in class discussions on topics of interest to young people
  • interacting with peers to manage shared learning experiences, considering and commenting on the contributions and views of others
  • comparing experiences and challenges in shared activities, and expressing own opinions such as agreement or disagreement with others
  • managing interactions with peers in class activities such as games or events, by taking turns or different roles, giving encouragement and praise

  VCNRC071 | Capabilities | Personal and Social Capability | Levels 9 and 10 | Communicating | Socialising

• VCNRC027

  Share own experiences of communicating in the language being studied, recognising how it involves behaviours as well as words

  Elaborations

  • identifying elements of the language and culture that feel different to own language and culture, including pronunciation of some sounds, gestures and facial expressions
  • discussing ways of communicating and their appropriateness in different language contexts
  • describing to peers what they are confident about when using the language, what they feel unsure of and what they most enjoy
  • discussing how Australian terms and expressions might be understood from a target-language speaker’s perspective, for example, ‘bushwalking’, ‘kick a footy’ or ‘lamington’

  VCNRC027 | Capabilities | Personal and Social Capability | Levels 3 and 4 | Communicating | Reflecting

• VCNRC079

  Engage in intercultural experiences, reflecting on own cultural identity and how this shapes personal ways of communicating and thinking

  Elaborations

  • monitoring, evaluating and recording own experiences and reactions when communicating in the language, for example by keeping a diary or journal and considering how perspectives may have changed over time
  • reflecting on and discussing own ways of communicating and behaving and how these may be interpreted by speakers of the language, considering concepts such as ‘culture’, ‘attitudes’, ‘assumptions’ and ‘values’
  • reflecting on the experiences of migrants who speak the language being studied, for example discussing when they came to Australia, the impact they have made on Australian society, and issues of cultural identity

  VCNRC079 | Capabilities | Personal and Social Capability | Levels 9 and 10 | Communicating | Reflecting

• VCNRC070

  Participate in and contribute ideas and opinions to collaborative tasks, activities and experiences which involve making decisions, negotiating, planning and shared transactions

  Elaborations

  • contributing opinions and suggestions during shared problem-solving tasks, for example, in resolving a disagreement about a planned activity
  • organising and participating in activities, such as developing a classroom journal to document examples of language used in particular contexts
  • expressing agreement or disagreement when accepting or declining offers, requests and invitations, for example, inviting peers to attend a celebration or party
  • planning events and making decisions with peers, for example, choosing a venue for an event, expressing preferences and asking questions to clarify intentions
  • participating in role-plays to complain about something, such as returning damaged or unsuitable goods

  VCNRC070 | Capabilities | Personal and Social Capability | Levels 9 and 10 | Communicating | Socialising

• VCNRC052

  Initiate and sustain interactions, to share information, ideas, thoughts and feelings about people, objects, places and events

  Elaborations

  • interacting with peers to describe everyday aspects of own environment, lifestyles and routines, and making comparisons with those of students in different cultural contexts
  • exchanging personal information such as languages spoken, family and friends, routines and immediate environment with peers in their class and further afield
  • sharing views about favourite forms of entertainment, celebrities and other significant figures, expressing preferences, feelings and opinions
  • recounting events and describing activities and personal experiences

  VCNRC052 | Capabilities | Personal and Social Capability | Levels 7 and 8 | Communicating | Socialising

• VCNRC054

  Participate in classroom interactions and exchanges through asking and responding to open-ended questions and offering opinions

  Elaborations

  • initiating interactions in a class or group activity
  • asking for, giving and following instructions in a variety of situations
  • asking and responding to questions
  • expressing opinions and inviting people to give opinions or suggestions
  • discussing and sharing learning strategies, such as developing vocabulary knowledge and expressing ideas and opinions in different ways

  VCNRC054 | Capabilities | Personal and Social Capability | Levels 7 and 8 | Communicating | Socialising

• VCNRC059

  Translate texts from the language being studied to English and vice versa, interpreting meaning and identifying words or expressions of specific cultural significance in the language

  Elaborations

  • translating and interpreting expressions used in routine exchanges in familiar settings and making comparisons with similar exchanges in English
  • translating texts, such as short video clips (without subtitles), posters, advertisements, signs and symbols such as emoticons, and explaining cultural aspects using subtitles, captions, gestures and commentaries
  • using dictionaries and other translation tools, exploring ways of avoiding literal translations that do not reflect intended meaning
  • comparing translations and interpretations of texts such as songs and advertisements, noticing similarities and differences and reflecting on why interpretations may vary

  VCNRC059 | Capabilities | Personal and Social Capability | Levels 7 and 8 | Communicating | Translating

• VCNRC022

  Convey information about self, others, home and school life, using simple statements and support materials such as photos, maps or charts

  Elaborations

  • creating print or digital texts to describe people, objects or their favourite pets/animals
  • creating a class profile from information collected from peers, for example, creating a chart or database to identify favourite sports, food or colours
  • presenting information on events or topics of possible interest to children of their own age in countries where the target language is spoken, using multimodal resources and authentic materials as support, such as menus, artefacts, brochures, maps
  • selecting information gained from print, visual and oral texts to design a digital display model or class book, for example, a class timetable or a map of their school

  VCNRC022 | Capabilities | Personal and Social Capability | Levels 3 and 4 | Communicating | Informing

• VCNRC028

  Interact with others, noticing how identity matters, such as use of terms of address, who and what is included and what language is used

  Elaborations

  • recognising how they communicate with each other, their family, teachers and other adults, identifying differences in behaviour and language and explaining why this happens
  • reflecting on the experience of becoming bilingual or multilingual, considering what advantages this brings and whether it impacts on identity
  • creating a digital profile of aspects of their identity, for example, family, background, interests, membership of the target language class
  • discussing which groups they belong to, for example, family, class, learners of the language being studied, and making connections and comparisons between own cultural perspectives and those of different cultural groups
  • interacting with teachers and other speakers of the language and class friends, and noticing aspects of speech, behaviour and actions that are the same as or different to their own

  VCNRC028 | Capabilities | Personal and Social Capability | Levels 3 and 4 | Communicating | Reflecting

• VCNRC077

  Create a range of bilingual texts for a variety of purposes and audiences, reflecting on how meaning can be conveyed effectively

  Elaborations

  • creating bilingual texts for speakers of the target language in Australia, for example, leaflets promoting the arrival of a famous performer or sports team from a country where the language is spoken
  • creating bilingual texts, such as a children’s story to read to primary school children and comparing aspects of language and culture and discussing with peers and teachers how meaning can be conveyed effectively
  • producing bilingual texts such as articles and brochures for different contexts and purposes, and reflecting on the process of working in both the target language and English for example, an information leaflet for exchange students coming to Australia or for a student study tour to a place where the target language is spoken
  • corresponding with peers who speak the language being studied to compare experiences and attitudes, making choices about how to represent intended meaning, for example, exchanging views and opinions about school subjects and future aspirations

  VCNRC077 | Capabilities | Personal and Social Capability | Levels 9 and 10 | Communicating | Translating

• VCNRC078

  Reflect on issues related to intercultural experiences, questioning preconceptions and generalisations, and taking responsibility for modifying language and behaviours

  Elaborations

  • reflecting on learning and using the target language, and the nature of communication misunderstandings and breakdowns, discussing repair and recovery strategies and insights gained
  • exchanging correspondence with peers in communities where the language being studied is spoken and reflecting on differences and similarities in language use and conventions and cultural nuances
  • reflecting on and discussing ways of modifying own language and behaviours to communicate effectively with speakers of the target language, for example, keeping a record of required modifications for intercultural experiences
  • sharing responsibility for modifying language and behaviours through providing feedback to other learners

  VCNRC078 | Capabilities | Personal and Social Capability | Levels 9 and 10 | Communicating | Reflecting

• VCNRC061

  Participate in intercultural interactions, reflecting on choices and adjustments made when communicating in the language being studied and demonstrating awareness of the importance of shared understanding

  Elaborations

  • making appropriate language choices with awareness of social situations
  • interacting with members of communities who speak the language, describing the experience and reflecting on the most appropriate ways of interacting
  • reflecting on how own cultural etiquette and behaviour may be interpreted when interacting with speakers of the language being studied

  VCNRC061 | Capabilities | Personal and Social Capability | Levels 7 and 8 | Communicating | Reflecting

• VCNRU063

  Refine pronunciation, spell frequently used words and apply accurate punctuation to writing

  Elaborations

  • identifying differences in tone, intonation and rhythm
  • applying punctuation and spelling rules to own writing
  • experimenting with pronunciation of less familiar texts

  VCNRU063 | Capabilities | Personal and Social Capability | Levels 7 and 8 | Understanding | Systems of language

• VCNRU080

  Use pronunciation rules and apply features of the spoken language being studied such as intonation, stress and rhythm and extend to more advanced spelling and punctuation rules

  Elaborations

  • recognising that pronunciation, rhythm and tempo assist in making meaning in interactions and applying this knowledge to own communication
  • comparing English and sounds and spelling with the language being studied in order to support pronunciation of familiar and unfamiliar words and expressions
  • using accentuation, if applicable, in the language correctly and with appropriate pronunciation
  • building phonic awareness by using and experimenting with sounds and rhythms
  • reinforcing pronunciation, phrasing and intonation skills by reciting and repeating words and phrases in context
  • recognising the role of stress and rhythm in creating emphasis
  • using appropriate spelling and punctuation in a range of written texts

  VCNRU080 | Capabilities | Personal and Social Capability | Levels 9 and 10 | Understanding | Systems of language

• VCNRU050

  Explore the influence of the language being studied on the English language and how the language being studied has been influenced by the impact of new technologies and knowledge

  Elaborations

  • identifying familiar words in the language and recognising their English equivalents
  • using knowledge of familiar patterns and structures to decode and interpret meaning
  • understanding that English words may be found in the language, but that equivalents in the language to these terms often also exist

  VCNRU050 | Capabilities | Personal and Social Capability | Levels 5 and 6 | Understanding | Language variation and change

• VCNRU098

  Recognise and use vocabulary and grammatical elements to create simple sentences and phrases

  Elaborations

  • using nouns and verbs, recognising agreement and word order
  • indicating quantity using plural forms
  • using negative expressions
  • using the present tense
  • using common verbs to describe simple actions
  • developing knowledge of vocabulary related to personal world, for example, self, family, friends, school and home, leisure activities, food and drink

  VCNRU098 | Capabilities | Personal and Social Capability | Levels 7 and 8 | Understanding | Systems of language

• VCNRU082

  Discuss the interrelationship between linguistic elements, context, purpose, audience and structure of a wide range of text types and identify how cultural elements are incorporated

  Elaborations

  • recognising main features of a range of text types in the language, for example, plays, songs, poetry, and discussing how they are used and how they add to the richness of the text
  • analysing texts, such as advertisements and magazine articles, and discussing linguistic and cultural elements
  • reading, viewing and listening to different texts in the language, paying attention to how messages can be expressed for different audiences and purposes, for example, reading messages on social media sites, emails, blogs
  • discussing language appropriate to particular text types, such as descriptive language in documentaries and persuasive language in advertisements
  • explaining form, features and purposes of texts, such as how they are organised in terms of layout, headings, sequencing of ideas and stylistic devices, for example, informative language in documentaries and persuasive language in advertisements

  VCNRU082 | Capabilities | Personal and Social Capability | Levels 9 and 10 | Understanding | Systems of language

• VCNRU083

  Analyse culturally specific ways of interacting in the language being studied and how and why language use varies according to cultural contexts, considering why these interactions differ from those in English or in other languages

  Elaborations

  • comparing texts created for different audiences, such as advertisements, brochures and signs, noticing how language use reflects ideas and messages that are relevant to a particular audience
  • investigating the nature and use of the target language in different contexts of interaction, reflecting on similarities and differences to interactions in English or other languages
  • identifying English words in the language being studied and discussing their emergence and use

  VCNRU083 | Capabilities | Personal and Social Capability | Levels 9 and 10 | Understanding | Language variation and change

• VCNRU029

  Identify, pronounce and write the alphabet letters, recognising sound–letter relationships in the language being studied

  Elaborations

  • identifying and pronouncing the sounds of the alphabet
  • practising letter clusters in common words or in names
  • beginning to recognise high-frequency words
  • applying appropriate punctuation marks such as full stop, comma, exclamation mark and question mark
  • using different strategies to remember new sounds, for example mnemonics

  VCNRU029 | Capabilities | Personal and Social Capability | Levels 3 and 4 | Understanding | Systems of language