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• VCADAR046

  Analyse a range of dance from contemporary and past times, including dance of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, to explore differing viewpoints and develop understanding of dance practice across local, national and international contexts

  Elaborations

  • investigating the influence of Australian and international dance artists and companies on dance practices, including the influence of those who identify as belonging to specific cultural groups, for example investigating the role and influence of Bangarra
  • considering how global trends in dance influence the development of dance in Australia, for example, how global trends in street dance influence Australian dance, or how effectively have ballet conventions been manipulated within a work to communicate ideas and intentions
  • identifying the impact of media and social and technological change on dance practice, for example, interactions between kinaesthetic and visual aspects of dance in forms that incorporate digital components or the way that dance by groups such as Djuki Mala (The Chooky Dancers) can be shared across the globe via social media
  • interrogating the cultural and social roles and responsibilities of the dance industry, recognising the power of dance in advocating for change

  VCADAR046 | The Arts | Dance | Levels 9 and 10 | Respond and Interpret

• VCAMAR046

  Analyse and evaluate a range of media artworks from contemporary and past times, including media artworks of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, to explore differing viewpoints and enrich their media arts making

  Elaborations

  • examining NITV (National Indigenous TV) news and sports programs to explore how Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples' perspectives create and challenge views in mainstream stories
  • investigating the differences between government regulation and self-regulation, for example, researching Australia’s classification system and its relationship to audience, in the production and reception of media artworks from different periods of time.
  • researching viral marketing campaigns and examining the social and ethical implications that arise in relation to choice of different platforms as drivers of distribution
  • exploring the role of media makers in challenging prevailing views on issues of contemporary relevance, for example, social and cultural issues presented in Australian film and television
  • identifying a variety of ways in which media can be produced, including through sole digital producers, cross-media organisations, public and private sector, and multinational organisations from different periods of time and cultures

  VCAMAR046 | The Arts | Media Arts | Levels 9 and 10 | Respond and Interpret

• VCAMAR045

  Analyse and evaluate how technical and symbolic elements are manipulated in media artworks to challenge representations framed by social beliefs and values in different community and institutional contexts

  Elaborations

  • explaining how technical and symbolic elements, such as camera techniques, editing, sound rhythm and mise-en-scène, evoke a personal response such as excitement or fear, or convey an issue or idea such as differing opinions about climate change
  • reviewing a media artwork and adding to, disputing or endorsing the opinions expressed by another source
  • comparing the same idea, event or story presented in artworks in different media, explaining how different technical and symbolic elements are used to engage audiences and influence personal perceptions, for example, comparing two media artworks dealing with a current news event
  • deconstructing a film or television work that includes representation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to analyse and evaluate the representation of traditional beliefs and values within contemporary cultures

  VCAMAR045 | The Arts | Media Arts | Levels 9 and 10 | Respond and Interpret

• VCADRE041

  Manipulate combinations of the elements of drama to develop and convey the physical and psychological aspects of roles and characters consistent with intentions in dramatic forms and performance styles

  Elaborations

  • analyse and create performance highlighting subtext, dramatic tension, atmosphere and mood based on the story, setting, dialogue and stage directions
  • apply the conventions of character in particular forms and performance styles, using research to develop understanding of the conventions and refining use of relevant techniques
  • using questions to build an understanding of ways context can influence creative choices, for example, how does the drama relate to the social context in which it was created? What culturally symbolic movements are evident in this drama? What historical influences might be evident in contemporary drama created by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples? How are global trends in drama influencing Australian drama?

  VCADRE041 | The Arts | Drama | Levels 9 and 10 | Explore and Express Ideas

• VCAVAP044

  Create, present, analyse and evaluate displays of artwork considering how ideas can be conveyed to an audience

  Elaborations

  • visiting galleries, art museums and public art displays, in formal and informal settings, to research the role of the curator and the evaluate the effective display or exhibition of artworks
  • exploring a range of artworks in different settings and discuss how the location can influence the viewer’s understanding of the artwork.
  • developing and expressing ideas as images, objects and spaces for example, presenting artworks and highlight how artworks demonstrate the interaction between the artist and the audience
  • discussing the presentation and relationships of artworks in an exhibition, and how the display enhances the relationship between the artist and audience
  • applying ethical understandings to a theme, concept or subject matter when making their artworks.
  • investigating the role of commercial galleries and collectors in the making of artworks, for example, sponsorship of work and artworks commissioned for a commercial business
  • documenting experiences and observations from visiting an exhibition and apply this knowledge to develop a physical or virtual exhibition of their own or others’ artworks

  VCAVAP044 | The Arts | Visual Arts | Levels 9 and 10 | Present and Perform

• VCAVCDP009

  Develop a brief that identifies a specific audience and needs, and present visual communications that meet the brief

  Elaborations

  • refining visual communications in different design fields using manual and digital methods and justifying the method used relevant to the design field selected
  • refining visual communications by applying and documenting the use of design elements and principles, materials and media relevant to a design brief
  • using creative, critical and reflective thinking to generate, develop and refine ideas for visual communications
  • investigating different locations and contexts where visual communications are presented, for example, the context and location of where the work is presented and their influence on the communication of ideas
  • investigate historical and social contexts and their influence on visual communication fields, for example, the development of a brand identity in the marketplace
  • applying ethical understanding to communicate ideas in visual communications, for example, acknowledging the source of existing imagery in a visual communication or the use of appropriate imagery for the age of the target audience

  VCAVCDP009 | The Arts | Visual Communication Design | Levels 9 and 10 | Present and Perform

• VCAVCDE006

  Develop and present visual communications that demonstrate the application of methods, materials, media, design elements and design principles that meet the requirements of a specific brief and target audience

  Elaborations

  • investigating different communication needs and target audiences in the visual communication design fields of environmental, communication and industrial design
  • researching a range of contexts to develop a brief in environmental, communication and industrial design.
  • understand the influences and constraints on the brief, for example, financial and physical constraints
  • researching the needs of a target audience relevant to the brief developed, for example, conduct surveys that reflect audience interests

  VCAVCDE006 | The Arts | Visual Communication Design | Levels 9 and 10 | Explore and Represent Ideas

• VCAMUR046

  Analyse a range of music from contemporary and past times, including the music of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to explore differing viewpoints, enrich their music making, and develop understanding of music practice in local, national and international contexts

  Elaborations

  • evaluating and comparing stylistic interpretations of a range of music to develop aesthetic awareness
  • comparing and evaluating audience responses and performer roles across a broad range of formal, informal, virtual and interactive settings
  • evaluating their own and others’ music, and using feedback to refine and improve performances and compositions
  • discussing the influence of music on the development of personal and cultural identity in local, national and international contexts, for example, by considering songs by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander musicians and/or other Australian musicians who draw on the cultures of their families and asking questions such as what is the cultural context in which this music was composed or performed or how does this music relate to cultural identity of its composer/performer?

  VCAMUR046 | The Arts | Music | Levels 9 and 10 | Respond and Interpret

• VCAVAR046

  Analyse, interpret and evaluate a range of visual artworks from different cultures, historical and contemporary contexts, including artworks by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples to explore differing viewpoints

  Elaborations

  • analysing the role of visual arts as a means of challenging prevailing traditional ideas, for example, how contemporary Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artworks challenge prevailing traditional ideas about traditional art styles from this culture
  • identifying how visual arts professionals embed their values and beliefs, and how audiences react and interpret the meaning and intent of their artworks differently
  • discussing the range of viewpoints expressed about an artwork or art issue
  • considering the practices of visual arts practitioners when making commentaries about social, environmental and sustainability issues
  • interrogating the cultural and social roles and responsibilities of arts industries, recognising the power of the visual arts in advocating for, and being a catalyst for, change

  VCAVAR046 | The Arts | Visual Arts | Levels 9 and 10 | Respond and Interpret

• VCADRR046

  Analyse a range of drama from contemporary and past times, including the drama of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to explore differing viewpoints and develop understanding of drama practice across local, national and international contexts

  Elaborations

  • evaluating conventions from past forms and styles to consider how these can be incorporated into own drama and contemporary practice, for example, ‘How successful were the actors and director in conveying the playwright’s stated intent? How successfully have the design elements been incorporated into the drama?
  • identifying and describing the actor-audience relationship in different dramatic contexts, forms and styles
  • linking conventions from different forms with purposes, origins and contexts
  • identifying the impact of media, and social and technological changes on drama practice, for example, interactions between kinaesthetic and visual aspects of dance in forms that incorporate digital components
  • interrogating the cultural and social roles and responsibilities of the theatre industry, recognising the power of drama in advocating for, and being a catalyst of change, for example, investigating how the work by contemporary Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander writers and performers for television, film, circus and comedy is impacting on community understanding about issues such as land rights and reconciliation

  VCADRR046 | The Arts | Drama | Levels 9 and 10 | Respond and Interpret

• VCADAP044

  Perform dances using genre-and style specific techniques, expressive skills and productions elements to communicate a choreographer’s intent

  Elaborations

  • performing dances with an awareness of a choreographer’s intent and style, for example, focusing on culturally symbolic movements in a dance
  • refining confidence, clarity of movement, projection and focus to communicate the choreographer’s intent
  • manipulating the elements of dance in performance to reflect the social context a dance was created in, or to interpret a choreographer’s style and intent in contemporary styles, for example, a street dance style
  • identifying and refining expressive skills in performance, for example, selecting appropriate expressive skills to sensitively connect with varying social and cultural contexts, and audiences

  VCADAP044 | The Arts | Dance | Levels 9 and 10 | Present and Perform

• VCAMAE041

  Manipulate media representations to identify and examine social and cultural values and beliefs

  Elaborations

  • exploring cultural, social and environmental issues represented in the media and re-imagining and remixing alternate versions to present a variety of perspectives on these issues.
  • utilising the techniques of ‘culture jamming’ to change the meanings of well-known media artworks such as popular advertisements
  • exploring the communication of cultural and social values in Australian music videos, for example, those by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists

  VCAMAE041 | The Arts | Media Arts | Levels 9 and 10 | Explore and Represent Ideas

• VCAVAV043

  Conceptualise, plan and design art works that express ideas, concepts and artistic intentions

  Elaborations

  • analysing and documenting the practices of selected visual artists and designers, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists, to investigate their use of materials, technologies, techniques and processes, when developing their intentions
  • developing an individual focus for a series of artworks based on a given theme, concept or subject matter
  • developing different options for making artworks in different forms, that have similar concepts, for example, artworks made from different materials or produced in a different form to change the meaning of the artwork
  • applying their understanding of traditional art, craft and design practices to plan the use of materials, technologies and processes in a contemporary context
  • planning, manipulating and/or appropriating images, objects and spaces into new contexts and meanings, applying a personal aesthetic

  VCAVAV043 | The Arts | Visual Arts | Levels 9 and 10 | Visual Arts Practices

• VCAVCDR011

  Analyse and evaluate the use of methods, media, materials, design elements and design principles in visual communications from different historical, social and cultural contexts, including presentations by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples

  Elaborations

  • investigate the methods used by designers to create visual communications, for example the methods the designer used that best suited the design style and aesthetic.
  • investigating the practices of designers from different cultures, for example, compare the practice of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander designers with other Australian designers
  • analysing and evaluating the use of visual imagery to persuade audience choice, for example, how designers use visual imagery to persuade their audiences
  • researching how design styles from different periods of time and cultures reflect their respective societies and cultures
  • discussing the use of design elements and design principles to communicate messages to different audiences in a range of contexts, for example, producing an advertisement for the same product in a magazine, on a billboard, and on a website
  • investigating and analysing the ways in which designers use materials, methods and media in sustainable practices to produce visual communications

  VCAVCDR011 | The Arts | Visual Communication Design | Levels 9 and 10 | Respond and Interpret

• VCAMUP044

  Perform music applying techniques and expression to interpret the composer’s use of the elements of music and compositional devices

  Elaborations

  • setting up the performance space and using production elements to enhance a sense of style for an audience
  • performing music from scores made by themselves and others, exploiting musical features of works across a range of styles and contexts in performance, for example, how are these two performances different, which one was more successful with audiences and why?
  • recognising the influence of social, cultural and historical developments and incorporating these into their performance, using performance techniques and manipulating expressive elements to communicate the composers’ intentions
  • using aural skills and reading notation to develop interpretation as they perform known and unknown repertoire in a range of styles
  • using listening as a research tool to develop aims for a performance, for example, comparing performances and identifying features that audiences connect to

  VCAMUP044 | The Arts | Music | Levels 9 and 10 | Present and Perform

• VCAVCDR010

  Analyse and evaluate the factors that influence design decisions in a range of visual communications from different historical, social and cultural contexts, including presentations by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples

  Elaborations

  • analysing the connections between materials, media, and methods in a visual communications in a range of historical, cultural and social contexts
  • investigating and evaluating the use of materials, methods and media used by designers from different historical, social and cultural contexts
  • evaluating the forms and styles of visual communication designs from different historical, social and cultural contexts
  • evaluating the use of drawing conventions and methods by designers from different times and places at different stages of the design process
  • analysing the effective use of materials, methods and media in communicating ideas to targeted audiences
  • analysing and evaluating the most effective use of drawing conventions in a range of historical, social and cultural contexts

  VCAVCDR010 | The Arts | Visual Communication Design | Levels 9 and 10 | Respond and Interpret

• VCAVAE040

  Explore the visual arts practices and styles as inspiration to develop a personal style, explore, express ideas, concepts and themes in art works

  Elaborations

  • developing visual images by combining and adapting materials, techniques, technologies and art making processes
  • exploring and applying ideas inspired by the style of other artists in their own artworks
  • exploring and reflecting on the connections between their own artworks and artworks from different contexts and cultures
  • experimenting with digital and virtual technologies in their artworks to enhance intended meaning
  • exploring the practices of a range of artists and identifying the influences on the development of the artists’ personal style.
  • conceptualising how visual conventions can express ideas in their artwork

  VCAVAE040 | The Arts | Visual Arts | Levels 9 and 10 | Explore and Express Ideas

• VCADRD042

  Practise and refine the expressive capacity of voice and movement to communicate ideas and dramatic action in a range of forms, styles and performances spaces

  Elaborations

  • adapting expressive voice and movement skills for performance of different forms and styles and to enhance actor-audience relationships
  • conveying through voice and movement the tensions in stories, ideas, characters, relationships, actions, and dialogue to engage audiences
  • exploring, reworking and refining the dramatic action through rehearsal and hone expressive performance skill to enhance actor-audience relationships
  • exploring and rehearsing forms and styles recognised as contemporary styles, for example, work with practitioners to explore contemporary styles used by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander dramatists

  VCADRD042 | The Arts | Drama | Levels 9 and 10 | Drama Practices

• VCADRP044

  Perform devised and scripted drama making deliberate artistic choices and shaping design elements to unify dramatic meaning for an audience

  Elaborations

  • working collaboratively as a member of a creative team to direct the blocking and staging of dramatic action to communicate intended meaning(s) for an audience
  • exploring the impact of design elements and technology on dramatic meaning by using costumes, props, sound, multimedia and lighting, and considering impact of drama they view and evaluating options for their own work
  • using evaluative questions to maintain a focus on creative aims and intentions, for example, at critical stages through the play-making processes asking a series of questions such as ‘How are the elements of drama being used to convey ideas? How are materials manipulated in this drama? How are the director and performers shaping skills and processes to make and communicate meaning? How are design elements being used?

  VCADRP044 | The Arts | Drama | Levels 9 and 10 | Present and Perform

• VCADRR045

  Evaluate how the elements of drama, forms and performance styles in devised and scripted drama to convey meaning and aesthetic effect

  Elaborations

  • analysing how the elements of drama are manipulated to focus the dramatic action for audiences and using this information to refine drama they make
  • evaluating how the features and conventions of forms and styles create dramatic meaning and theatrical effect
  • evaluating how ideas and emotions shape the expressive qualities and staging of forms and styles in their own and others’ drama
  • considering how drama theory has been used in creating and performing the text
  • using questions as the basis for an evaluative discussion, for example, ‘How successful were the actors and director in conveying the playwright’s stated intent? How successfully have the design elements been incorporated into the drama?’

  VCADRR045 | The Arts | Drama | Levels 9 and 10 | Respond and Interpret