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• 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

• VCPSCSO031

  Describe the characteristics of respectful relationships and suggest ways that respectful relationships can be achieved

  Elaborations

  • brainstorming the characteristics of respectful relationships and displaying them on a concept map
  • working in groups to develop a tip sheet for achieving respectful relationships
  • using a story to stimulate discussion about the characteristics and achievement of respectful relationships

  VCPSCSO031 | Capabilities | Personal and Social Capability | Levels 5 and 6 | Social Awareness and Management | Relationships and diversity

• VCNRU051

  Understand that language and culture are integral to identity and are reflected in communication styles

  Elaborations

  • discussing own and peers’ understanding of concepts and messages expressed in stories/myths/song lyrics
  • recognising that language use can have connections to cultural practices, such as celebrations
  • reflecting on the experience of learning the language and culture and identifying situations that have provided awareness of own cultural practices and values, for example, attending a cultural festival or show
  • discussing the meaning of culture, how it involves visible elements such as symbols, food, national costumes, dancing and language, and invisible elements such as values and beliefs

  VCNRU051 | Capabilities | Personal and Social Capability | Levels 5 and 6 | Understanding | Role of language and culture

• VCPSCSO033

  Describe the various causes of conflict and evaluate possible strategies to address conflict

  Elaborations

  • identifying the causes of conflict in a range of scenarios, by recognising the ‘needs’ and ‘wants’ of the individuals
  • exploring the causes of conflict and suggesting possible consequences on families, friends and bystanders
  • using conflict resolution strategies in social situations and describing their effectiveness

  VCPSCSO033 | Capabilities | Personal and Social Capability | Levels 5 and 6 | Social Awareness and Management | Collaboration

• VCPSCSO030

  Define and recognise examples of stereotypes, discrimination and prejudice and discuss how they impact on the individual

  Elaborations

  • identifying the terms ‘stereotype’, ‘discrimination’ and ‘prejudice’ and giving examples of these
  • discussing how lack of understanding and respect for diversity can impact on people’s lives
  • presenting students with a range of newspaper articles and asking them to identify examples of stereotypes, discrimination and prejudice and reflect on how these could impact on the individual

  VCPSCSO030 | Capabilities | Personal and Social Capability | Levels 5 and 6 | Social Awareness and Management | Relationships and diversity