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• VCELC146

  Engage in intercultural experiences, comparing ways of communicating in Australian and Greek-speaking contexts and identifying ways that culture influences language use

  Elaborations

  • exploring how children from Greek-speaking communities may use different words and expressions, and considering why such variations exist (in Australia – κάρο instead of αυτοκίνητο, ρούφι instead of σκεπή, or φλόρι instead of πάτωμα – these are not Greek words and they are used incorrectly, as compared to words such as μπασκετμπολίστας, τενίστας, which are official Greek words)
  • investigating aspects of own language use that reflect own cultural perspective and experiences, for example, using colloquialisms and idioms such as ‘arvo’, ‘g’day’, ‘howzat’, ‘mozzie’
  • reflecting on situations where interactions in Greek have felt awkward or difficult, discussing own reactions and adjustments, for example, kissing on both cheeks
  • considering what linguistic or cultural information they would need to know to visit a school in Greece or Cyprus and discussing adjustments they may need to make in language use and behaviour

  VCELC146 | Languages | Modern Greek | F–10 Sequence | Levels 5 and 6 | Communicating | Reflecting

• VCELC111

  Create simple print or digital texts in Greek and English, such as captions and labels, for the immediate learning environment

  Elaborations

  • making and displaying labels in Greek for common objects in the classroom, for example, Η πόρτα, το τραπέζι, τα μολύβια
  • compiling and displaying illustrated Greek–English and English–Greek picture or digital dictionaries
  • matching Greek and English words, for example, name tags, through playing games such as memory or snap

  VCELC111 | Languages | Modern Greek | F–10 Sequence | Foundation to Level 2 | Communicating | Translating

• VCELC021

  Obtain, analyse and use information from a range of spoken, written, digital and visual texts, identifying and comparing perspectives on social and cultural issues

  Elaborations

  • listening to, reading or viewing a range of texts, for example, a recount of a name day celebration, and identifying cultural use of language, for example, Και του χρόνου, Καλή όρεξη
  • identifying how certain expressions give clues to a particular event, for example, Καλό ταξίδι, Στο καλό, Και στα δικά σου, Καλή αντάμωση!
  • compiling and comparing perspectives on social and cultural issues in Greek-speaking communities, such as comparing attitudes to sport, presenting information in graphs or charts
  • identifying different perspectives in a range of texts that relate to social and cultural issues such as special occasions, for example, 1st of January and gift giving, 1st of May, and associated greetings such as Καλή Χρονιά, Καλό μήνα, Καλή εβδομάδα, Καλό καλοκαίρι
  • exploring and gathering information on a range of cultural practices through a variety of sources, for example, excerpts from a Greek song

  VCELC021 | Languages | Modern Greek | 7–10 Sequence | Levels 9 and 10 | Communicating | Informing

• VCELC154

  Initiate and sustain interactions, face-to-face or online, to share information, ideas, thoughts and opinions about people, objects, places and events

  Elaborations

  • interacting with peers, face-to-face or online, to describe everyday aspects of own environment, lifestyles and routines, and making comparisons with those of students in different cultural contexts, for example, school holidays in Australia compared to Greece and Cyprus
  • exchanging personal information such as languages spoken, family and friends, routines and immediate environment with peers in their class and further afield, using H καταγωγή μου είναι από, Tα ενδιαφέροντά μου είναι ... and other verbs such as Aσχολούμαι με ...
  • sharing views about favourite forms of entertainment, celebrities and other significant figures, expressing preferences, feelings and opinions, for example, Μου αρέσει, Λατρεύω το ποδόσφαιρο, νομίζω, αισθάνομαι, προτιμώ
  • recounting events and describing activities and personal experiences, for example, Πού πήγες; Τι έκανες; Σου αρέσει η μαγειρική; Πάμε σινεμά;

  VCELC154 | Languages | Modern Greek | F–10 Sequence | Levels 7 and 8 | Communicating | Socialising

• VCELC106

  Identify key words and information with guidance, in simple written, spoken, digital and visual texts

  Elaborations

  • listening for key words in stories, rhymes or songs, using intonation and visual cues such as gestures (hot and cold, the owl song)
  • identifying key words from different written and spoken texts by labelling, matching, selecting, miming and using actions, for example, on an interactive whiteboard
  • obtaining information from multimodal texts to identify, describe, draw and name a variety of people and objects
  • sorting and categorising information, using graphic representations such as tables, for example, to record likes and dislikes; masculine, feminine and neuter words

  VCELC106 | Languages | Modern Greek | F–10 Sequence | Foundation to Level 2 | Communicating | Informing

• VCELC026

  Create bilingual texts that draw on Greek and English for different purposes, such as menus or product instructions designed for both language contexts

  Elaborations

  • creating a range of bilingual texts to entertain and inform others, such as video clips, cartoons, posters and brochures
  • creating a shared website with a group of Greek-speaking students, posting items of interest, comments and questions in Greek and English
  • creating a storyboard outline which brings familiar English-speaking characters to Greek-speaking worlds and contexts, such as Harry Potter as your tour guide in Athens or Nicosia
  • creating a glossary of key vocabulary and expressions used in informative and persuasive texts, such as promotional material, Μη χάσετε, Τελευταία προσφορά
  • creating bilingual captions for tourist attractions in Greece, Cyprus or Australia to explain their significance and cultural references, for example, bush, beach, το Αιγαίο, Πέτρα του Ρωμιού, Άγιον Όρος
  • creating bilingual texts to give information and instructions to others, for example, a bilingual brochure about the school for a visiting group of exchange students
  • creating a menu in Greek with footnotes in English about the ingredients

  VCELC026 | Languages | Modern Greek | 7–10 Sequence | Levels 9 and 10 | Communicating | Translating

• VCELC173

  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, for example, Θέλω να πάω διακοπές, Πού θα πας το Σάββατο; Ποια είναι η γνώμη σου για το θέμα αυτό; Ποια είναι τα θετικά και αρνητικά του/της, τα υπέρ και τα κατά του/της ...
  • interacting with peers to manage shared learning experiences, considering and commenting on the contributions and views of others, for example, Το ίδιο έπαθα/έκανα και εγώ, συγχαρητήρια, καλή ιδέα
  • comparing experiences and challenges in shared activities, and expressing own opinions such as agreement or disagreement with others, for example, Διαφωνώ / συμφωνώ με τον/την, πολύ σωστά, αντίθετα ... δεν είναι έτσι
  • managing interactions with peers in class activities such as games or events, by taking turns or different roles, giving encouragement and praise, for example, Μπράβο σου, Ήσουν καλός/η, Τέλεια, Σειρά σου τώρα, Ας ανταλλάξουμε ρόλους

  VCELC173 | Languages | Modern Greek | F–10 Sequence | Levels 9 and 10 | Communicating | Socialising

• VCELC123

  Locate key information about everyday contexts and routines from written, spoken, digital and visual texts

  Elaborations

  • surveying classmates regarding their likes, interests, routines and activities, and tabulating the results, for example, in birthday charts or graphs
  • reading profiles and stories in print and digital form about people and animals, and creating a display with names and short descriptions, for example, Το λιοντάρι είναι μεγάλο, Το ποντίκι είναι μικρό
  • locating information relating to school activities in a Greek context, for example, from a sister-school, and comparing with own daily schedule/routine
  • identifying points of information in short spoken texts with some unfamiliar language, for example, some items on a recorded shopping list

  VCELC123 | Languages | Modern Greek | F–10 Sequence | Levels 3 and 4 | Communicating | Informing

• VCELC027

  Interact with Greek speakers and resources, recognising that intercultural communication involves shared responsibility for communication

  Elaborations

  • interacting with Greek speakers, for example, with students from a sister-school, reflecting on how language choices might be interpreted by Greek speakers and making adjustments to convey intended meaning
  • sharing Greek language and cultural experiences with peers and others, for example, reporting on in-country experience, and exploring the reciprocal nature of intercultural communication
  • reflecting, such as in discussions, blogs and journals, on incidents and repair strategies in the course of learning and using Modern Greek, for example, when encountering misunderstandings in communication
  • examining reactions to different perceptions and expectations around similar and different cultural practices in the Australian and Greek contexts, for example, the concept of personal space, or head tilting to indicate ‘no’

  VCELC027 | Languages | Modern Greek | 7–10 Sequence | Levels 9 and 10 | Communicating | Reflecting

• VCELC163

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

  Elaborations

  • experimenting with Greek gestures and body language, considering which should and should not be used in interactions with others, for example, signalling downwards to beckon others
  • making appropriate language choices with awareness of social situations, for example, using the polite plural form when speaking to people who are older or not familiar
  • interacting, face-to-face or online, with members of Greek-speaking communities, describing the experience and reflecting on the most appropriate ways of interacting with Greek speakers such as an elderly person, or a recent arrival from Greece or Cyprus
  • reflecting on how own cultural etiquette and behaviour may be interpreted when interacting with Greek speakers, noticing own body language and modifying gestures such as tilting head backward to indicate ‘no’

  VCELC163 | Languages | Modern Greek | F–10 Sequence | Levels 7 and 8 | Communicating | Reflecting

• VCELC024

  Experiment with different techniques to create and present imaginative texts designed to engage different audiences

  Elaborations

  • accessing texts, such as songs, films and digital/online texts, and creating a new version or modifying key aspects, for example, introducing a new character or changing the ending
  • illustrating and captioning imaginative stories in different formats, such as cartoons, photo stories, using descriptive and expressive language, for example, Η παρέα μου, or using other devices such as alliteration or similes and metaphors
  • composing and presenting texts, using verbal and non-verbal expressions, for example, creating and presenting an imaginary character living during the period of the Greek Revolution
  • creating a range of texts to entertain particular audiences, for example, children’s digital books, songs, cartoons and video clips suitable for younger learners of Greek

  VCELC024 | Languages | Modern Greek | 7–10 Sequence | Levels 9 and 10 | Communicating | Creating

• VCELC140

  Obtain, organise and compare information about aspects of daily life and significant events from written, spoken, or digital texts

  Elaborations

  • identifying information in texts, such as conversations, brochures or maps, and sharing this information with others in a different format, for example, presenting a chart of favourite television programs or computer games
  • obtaining information about and comparing seasons and festivals in Greece or Cyprus and Australia, for example, kite flying on Clean Monday, summer holidays in July, Australia Day
  • viewing advertisements on television and in other media, to develop a shared set of vocabulary and expressions to create own advertisements
  • viewing, listening to and reading simple texts about a Greek celebration, and drawing on key points of information to recreate the event as a class

  VCELC140 | Languages | Modern Greek | F–10 Sequence | Levels 5 and 6 | Communicating | Informing

• VCELC019

  Participate in collaborative planning and decision-making for events and shared experiences, and engage in different transactions

  Elaborations

  • planning a performance, event or presentation, making decisions collaboratively, for example, a class party, activities for languages week
  • making transactions in either authentic or simulated situations, such as purchasing goods, checking receipts to confirm the price and other information relating to a purchase, for example, currency conversion, change, το ευρώ, τα δολάρια, η έκπτωση
  • planning an orientation activity to guide younger students around the school, and collaboratively developing a map of the school with Greek names and symbols, for example, Πού είναι ...; δεξιά, αριστερά, πάνω, κάτω, μέσα, έξω, η καντίνα, το γραφείο
  • planning collaboratively for an event by participating in scenarios related to travelling in Greece or Cyprus, for example, planning an itinerary, Τη Δευτέρα θα πάμε στην Ακρόπολη, Την Τρίτη θα είμαστε στο Σούνιο
  • sharing opinions about the benefits of visiting various tourist sites in Greece or Cyprus, for example, Θέλω να πάω στα νησιά/στην Ακρόπολη/στο μουσείο ... γιατί/επειδή…

  VCELC019 | Languages | Modern Greek | 7–10 Sequence | Levels 9 and 10 | Communicating | Socialising

• VCELC124

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

  Elaborations

  • creating print or digital texts to describe people, objects or their favourite pets/animals, for example, Να ο Τάσος, Είναι δέκα χρονών, Του αρέσει να παίζει φούτμπολ, Είναι από την Ελλάδα, Μένει στην Αδελαΐδα, Το σπίτι μου, Να η κουζίνα, Να το μπάνιο, Να το αρνάκι, Είναι μικρό
  • 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 Greece or Cyprus, 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 for their sister-school in Greece or Cyprus

  VCELC124 | Languages | Modern Greek | F–10 Sequence | Levels 3 and 4 | Communicating | Informing

• VCELC159

  Engage with and respond to imaginative texts, describing and expressing thoughts and opinions about key ideas, characters, places and events

  Elaborations

  • expressing personal opinions about ideas in Greek imaginative texts in various modes such as myths, legends, stories, film excerpts, paintings, songs or video clips
  • identifying key messages and beliefs from Greek texts and comparing them with the knowledge, cultural values and belief systems in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander stories
  • responding to imaginative texts, comparing ways in which people, places and experiences are represented, for example, the goddess Athena, Poseidon or characters in modern fiction
  • stating personal preferences about characters, attitudes and events in texts for example, Pandora’s box, Aesop’s fable ‘The Fox and the Grapes’

  VCELC159 | Languages | Modern Greek | F–10 Sequence | Levels 7 and 8 | Communicating | Creating

• VCELC009

  Create bilingual texts and resources to support their own learning, such as glossaries and personal dictionaries, digital resources and charts

  Elaborations

  • creating bilingual resources for language learning, such as word banks or a personal Greek–English dictionary, with examples and explanations of language use
  • using dictionaries and electronic translation tools to create bilingual texts, such as posters, maps, menus and schedules, making decisions about language use that are appropriate for the audience
  • creating bilingual resources, such as picture dictionaries or photo stories with bilingual captions and labels, for example, recreating a village scene in Greece or Cyprus, depicting roads, shops, products and services
  • creating bilingual signs and notices for the school, such as το γυμναστήριο, η είσοδος/έξοδος, η αίθουσα
  • developing strategies to support understanding of language that cannot be directly translated, for example, in the use of actions and gestures

  VCELC009 | Languages | Modern Greek | 7–10 Sequence | Levels 7 and 8 | Communicating | Translating

• VCELC005

  Use spoken, written and multimodal forms of presentation to convey information on selected topics of interest

  Elaborations

  • creating texts relating to own experiences, for example, Easter celebrations, using appropriate and related greetings, Καλό Πάσχα, Χριστός Ανέστη
  • describing aspects of life in Australia for an audience in Greece or Cyprus, such as a teenage birthday party
  • presenting information in different formats for different audiences, for example, writing an email to a pen pal in Greece or Cyprus, introducing a new student to the class
  • reporting on events in their school life, personal world and immediate environment, for example, in a diary entry
  • using different modes of presentation to profile significant events, people or places related to Greek-speaking communities, for example, a flyer about a community event, a digital presentation on a favourite musician

  VCELC005 | Languages | Modern Greek | 7–10 Sequence | Levels 7 and 8 | Communicating | Informing

• VCELC110

  Translate familiar words or phrases using visual cues or word lists, explaining the meaning of particular words, gestures or expressions

  Elaborations

  • comparing words and phrases in Greek and in other known languages, observing similarities or differences in terms, for example, the word for ‘mum’ is similar in many languages (mum – η μαμά,) and the word for pineapple is ‘ananas’ in more than 25 languages
  • making comparisons between Greek and English words, noticing similarities, for example, το αλφάβητο, το βάζο, ο Σεπτέμβριος, η σαλάτα, το λεμόνι, η μπανάνα
  • demonstrating to others the ways in which Greek people greet each other non-verbally and how body language is used to communicate `yes` or `no`, `not bad`, ‘What’s the problem?’, Why? and ‘Wow!’ Πoπό!

  VCELC110 | Languages | Modern Greek | F–10 Sequence | Foundation to Level 2 | Communicating | Translating

• VCELC122

  Participate in everyday classroom activities, such as asking for permission, requesting help, asking how to say or write something, and praising or encouraging peers

  Elaborations

  • asking for permission and requesting help using set phrases, for example, Θέλω βοήθεια, ελάτε κυρία, δεν καταλαβαίνω
  • asking how to say or write a word or expression, for example, Πώς το λένε;
  • praising and encouraging peers, for example, Μπράβο σου, Ωραία, Προσπάθησε, Έλα, Πάλι!
  • using words, phrases or interjections which can be used in conversation, for example, Α καλά, έτσι μπράβο, Ποπό! Ωραία! Όπα!

  VCELC122 | Languages | Modern Greek | F–10 Sequence | Levels 3 and 4 | Communicating | Socialising

• VCELT019

  Encounter literature being created for various reasons and purposes and react to the retelling of a literary text

  Elaborations

  • experiencing literature being created about them and their context, for example social stories
  • reacting to digital and interactive retelling of various text
  • responding to multimodal text based on personally experienced events

  VCELT019 | Curriculum content | English | Level A | Writing | Literature