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• VCEALL261

  Use pronunciation and some non-verbal features to support communication

  Elaborations

  • attending to intonation and tone to distinguish between questions, instructions and statements
  • recognising and imitating features of sounds and intonation in the speech of the teacher and peers, and in video or audio clips
  • expressing emotions through intonation, for example happiness or anger

  VCEALL261 | Curriculum content | English as an Additional Language (EAL) | Level B1 | Speaking and Listening | Linguistic Structures and Features

• VCHPEM103

  Apply innovative and creative thinking in solving movement challenges

  Elaborations

  • transferring and applying skills to solve movement challenges
  • testing alternative responses to movement challenges and predicting the success or effectiveness of each
  • posing questions to others as a strategy for solving movement challenges
  • drawing on prior knowledge to solve movement challenges

  VCHPEM103 | Health and Physical Education | Levels 3 and 4 | Movement and Physical Activity | Learning through movement

• VCMSP322

  Calculate relative frequencies from given or collected data to estimate probabilities of events involving 'and' or 'or'

  Elaborations

  • using Venn diagrams or two-way tables to calculate relative frequencies of events involving ‘and’, ‘or’ questions
  • using relative frequencies to find an estimate of probabilities of ‘and’, ‘or’ events

  VCMSP322 | Mathematics | Level 9 | Statistics and Probability | Chance

• VCPSCSE002

  Identify their likes and dislikes, needs and wants, abilities and strengths

  Elaborations

  • discussing and listing individual likes, interests and dislikes
  • comparing needs and wants in daily life by asking the question ‘could you live without this?’
  • exploring abilities, strengths and achievements and share with others

  VCPSCSE002 | Capabilities | Personal and Social Capability | Foundation Level | Self-Awareness and Management | Development of resilience

• VCPSCSE034

  Describe how and why emotional responses may change in different contexts

  Elaborations

  • identifying the range of possible emotions in different scenarios and explore how these may be managed
  • identifying triggers that evoke different emotions
  • using ‘what if’ questions to explore a scenario to identify changing emotional responses

  VCPSCSE034 | Capabilities | Personal and Social Capability | Levels 7 and 8 | Self-Awareness and Management | Recognition and expression of emotions

• VCSSU024

  Weather involves sun, rain, wind and clouds and can be hot, cold and warm

  Elaborations

  • responding to questions related to the weather, for example, ‘Do you think it will rain?’, ‘Do you feel hot?, ‘Is it snowing?’
  • identifying and sorting pictures and objects into 'hot' and 'cold' weather activities

  VCSSU024 | Science | Level C | Science Understanding | Earth and space sciences

• VC2M10AA03

  simplify combinations of linear expressions with rational coefficients and the solution of related equations

  Elaborations

  • simplifying sums and differences of linear expressions of the form ax+bc where
    a and b are integers, and c is a non-zero integer, for example, 6x-112-7x4+9-5x3=-5x-3012
  • solving equations involving sums and differences of linear expressions with rational coefficients, for example, -2x3+49= 1157x-1 ⇒-30x+20=693x-99 ⇒x=119723 , and verifying the solution

  VC2M10AA03 | Mathematics | Mathematics Version 2.0 | Level 10A | Algebra

• VCASFC181

  Interact appropriately with people in different contexts, sharing experiences, interests and opinions about current events or school and community experience

  Elaborations

  • using signs to agree or disagree on relevant topics, such as:
    AGREE YES HOMEWORK SHOULD
    Yes, I agree we should do homework.
    PRO1 KNOW WHAT MEAN, BUT….
    I know what you mean, but …
    PRO1 DOUBT
    I’m not sure.
    AGREE-NOT, PRO1 THINK…
    I don’t agree; I think …
    
  • participating in videoconferencing exchanges with deaf children or other Auslan students from another state to compare and contrast aspects of their school and learning experiences
  • contributing to online videoconferencing with other Auslan users to compare and contrast aspects of their school and learning experiences
  • using appropriate NMFs when turn-taking, for example:
    HOLD
    Hold that thought.
    QUICK INTERRUPT
    Can I just interrupt you quickly?
    WAIT….COME
    Can you just wait a moment … Right, what did you want?
    
  • clarifying meaning, for example by using fingerspelling to explain unfamiliar vocabulary, as in, PRO2 MEAN [fingerspell word]?
  • using appropriate protocols to join or leave conversations, for example, waiting for eye gaze or for the signer to finish and not asking for a full recount
  • engaging with deaf visitors from different groups and backgrounds and creating a vlog about the visits

  VCASFC181 | Languages | Auslan | Second Language Learner | F–10 Sequence | Levels 7 and 8 | Communicating | Socialising

• VC2M9A06

  use mathematical modelling to solve applied problems involving change, including financial contexts involving simple interest; formulate problems, choosing to use either linear or quadratic functions or other simple variations; interpret solutions in terms of the context; evaluate the model and...

  Elaborations

  • modelling practical contexts using linear functions such as cooking times that include resting or cooling times, or water leakage from water tanks, using tables and graphs or digital tools and algebraically
  • modelling measurement situations and determining the perimeter and areas of rectangles where the length, l, of the rectangle is a linear function of its width, w; for example, l=w,  l=w+5,  l=3w,  l=2w+7
  • modelling practical contexts (for example, area, paths of projectiles, parabolic mirrors, satellite dishes) using simple quadratic functions, tables and graphs (hand drawn or using digital tools) and, algebraically, interpreting features of the graphs such as the turning point and intercepts in context; for example, area, paths of projectiles, parabolic mirrors, satellite dishes
  • modelling and solving problems involving financial contexts using linear functions, for example, combinations of purchases of different items when they have a set amount of money to spend, profit/loss situations and trade quotes involving call-out fees
  • modelling situations involving change, for example, change in daily temperature during the ski season, fluctuation of speed above and below the speed limit, and acceleration and deceleration of a car coming to and moving off from a set of traffic lights
  • modelling the hunting techniques of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples using quadratic functions and exploring the effect of increasing the number of hunters to catch more prey 

  VC2M9A06 | Mathematics | Mathematics Version 2.0 | Level 9 | Algebra

• VCADRP019

  Present drama that communicates ideas and stories

  Elaborations

  • using questions to guide rehearsal and performance of sequences of ideas to communicate stories, for example, what do they want the audience to think about their drama?
  • presenting scenes the class has developed in response to a stimulus such as an image or a poem
  • using facial expression, objects and props to enhance their performance and engage the audience
  • using questions to evaluate performances, for example, ‘what did they enjoy most about the drama and why?’

  VCADRP019 | The Arts | Drama | Foundation Level | Present and Perform

• VCEALL101

  Construct a small range of sentence forms

  Elaborations

  • constructing positive and negative statements using subject plus verb, for example ‘I finished’, ‘The bus didn’t come’
  • beginning questions with question words such as ‘Who’, ‘What’, ‘When’, ‘How’
  • beginning commands with an imperative verb, for example ‘Come over here’, ‘Bring that’
  • constructing subject–verb-–object sentences with accuracy
  • giving some additional detail using short noun groups or adjectival phrases, such as ‘He gave me a new book’, ‘I ran really fast’

  VCEALL101 | Curriculum content | English as an Additional Language (EAL) | Level A2 | Speaking and Listening | Linguistic Structures and Features

• VCECU006

  Discuss the ways to identify ethical considerations in a range of problems

  Elaborations

  • considering questions such as ‘does this matter and why?’, ‘is this about something where the outcome can be judged good, bad, right or wrong?’ for usefulness in identifying an ethical problem
  • identifying an ethical problem, such as whether to help a friend or stranger first and considering questions such as ‘Who is involved and how are they likely to be affected?’ and ‘Does this involve breaking a rule or other commitment?’
  • using if…then reasoning to identify possible consequences as an ethical consideration in a situation, for example, if animals thought to be cuter were protected ahead of other animals then…

  VCECU006 | Capabilities | Ethical Capability | Levels 3 and 4 | Understanding Concepts

• VCHHC071

  Describe the significance of Australian celebrations, symbols and emblems

  Elaborations

  • generating questions about the diversity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and the nature of contact in early Australia
  • posing questions about explorers, for example, 'Who were they? 'Where were they from?' 'Where did they go?' 'What did they do?'
  • identifying the meaning of celebrations from different perspectives, for example, Australia Day for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples compared with other cultural groups

  VCHHC071 | The Humanities | History | Levels 3 and 4 | Historical Concepts and Skills | Historical significance

• VCNRU046

  Identify and reproduce, orally and in writing, key features of intonation and pronunciation, experiment with the spelling of common words and apply basic punctuation rules

  Elaborations

  • applying, if applicable, different intonation for statements, questions, exclamations and commands
  • reading simple texts
  • applying and using, if applicable, accent marks
  • experimenting with spelling simple words
  • applying phonic and grammatical knowledge to spell and write unfamiliar words
  • understanding and applying punctuation marks in writing, for example, full stop, comma, exclamation mark, apostrophe, speech marks and question mark

  VCNRU046 | Capabilities | Personal and Social Capability | Levels 5 and 6 | Understanding | Systems of language

• VCRAC019

  Contribute to class activities such as solving a problem or planning an event

  Elaborations

  • participating in class routines such as taking the roll, saying the day and date, and describing the weather and the day’s schedule
  • working with others to take action, such as creating a model with captions, producing a poster or invitation for a special event, or designing a garden
  • preparing, rehearsing and conducting public presentations and performances, such as an item in the language for assembly, or a presentation about a significant event
  • interacting with the teacher and peers by asking and responding to questions and generating ‘small talk’
  • participating in group activities such as role-plays, asking and responding to questions and invitations, and negotiating with others to make decisions

  VCRAC019 | Languages | Roman Alphabet Languages | F–10 Sequence | Levels 3 and 4 | Communicating | Socialising

• VCHHK113

  The role and achievements of a significant individual in an ancient society

  Elaborations

  • Egypt
    • creating a biography of a significant individual in Ancient Egypt such as Hatshepsut, Rameses II OR Cleopatra
    • examining the historical context, early life and achievements of a significant historical figure from ancient Egypt, and how they were perceived by their contemporaries
    • using questions and criteria evaluate their achievement
  • Greece
    • creating a biography of a significant individual in Ancient Greece such as Leonidas or Pericles
    • examining the historical context, early life and achievements of a significant historical figure from ancient Greece, and how they were perceived by their contemporaries
    • using questions and criteria to evaluate their achievement
  • Rome
    • creating a biography of a significant individual in Ancient Rome such as Julius Caesar or Augustus
    • examining the historical context, early life and achievements of a significant historical figure from ancient Rome, and how they were perceived by their contemporaries
    • using questions and criteria to evaluate their achievement
  • India
    • creating a biography of a significant individual in early India such as Chandragupta Maurya or Ashoka
    • examining the historical context, early life and achievements of a significant historical figure from India in this period, and how they were perceived by their contemporaries
    • using questions and criteria to evaluate their achievement
  • China
    • creating a biography of a significant individual in early China such as Confucius or Qin Shi Huang
    • examining the historical context, early life and achievements of a significant historical figure from China in this period, and how they were perceived by their contemporaries
    • using questions and criteria to evaluate their achievement

  VCHHK113 | The Humanities | History | Levels 7 and 8 | Historical Knowledge | Ancient world and early civilisations – 60 000 BC (BCE) – c.650 AD (CE)

• VCESC152

  Translate simple texts that provide comparisons between cultural aspects of meaning-making in Spanish and English and note how language cannot always be directly translated

  Elaborations

  • identifying words and expressions that do not translate directly from Spanish into English, for example, tomar el pelo, saltarse la clase de español, ¡Es pan comido!
  • collecting examples of ‘false friends’ identified when translating between Spanish and English, for example, carpeta/‘folder’, contestar/‘answer’, pie/‘foot’
  • interpreting words and expressions encountered in simple texts such as greeting cards, menus or story titles that do not translate easily into English and that reflect aspects of culture from the Spanish-speaking world, for example, Feliz día de tu Santo, Feliz Día de Reyes. ¡Buen provecho!
  • translating texts such as public signs to identify differences in elements such as levels of politeness or directness, for example, No pisar el cesped, Prohibido comer y beber, Silence please
  • creating Spanish versions of Australian school signs and notices, considering why some words or expressions require freer translation than others, for example, the sports oval, the tuck shop, out of bounds, sick room, ‘No hat, no play’

  VCESC152 | Languages | Spanish | F–10 Sequence | Levels 5 and 6 | Communicating | Translating

• VCIDC078

  Make choices while using Indonesian, recognising own assumptions and taking responsibility for modifying language for different cultural perspectives

  Elaborations

  • reflecting on how own language use might be perceived by Indonesian speakers and making adjustments, such as being self-effacing rather than boastful (Kalau saya tidak salah); being indirect such as, terserahlah and lain kali, ya; using passive rather than active construction such as Silahkan diminum tehnya; and avoiding negative expressions, for example, kalau kurang jelas…
  • noticing tensions and gains that might arise during interactions and considering how to respond appropriately, for example, knowing that Indonesians like to please and therefore may give an inaccurate answer rather than show lack of knowledge, or recognising the importance of waiting until invited to drink or eat
  • interacting with Indonesian peers, considering how to engage with or respond to topics that may not be commonly discussed in Australia , such as involvement in religion, for example, berpuasa, naik haji or matters such as menstruation
  • sharing reactions to intercultural experiences and building on comments in discussions with peers, for example, Saya setuju dengan….; sama sekali tidak senang….; kejadian itu kurang enak…; Pengalaman ini membuka mata saya…

  VCIDC078 | Languages | Indonesian | F–10 Sequence | Levels 9 and 10 | Communicating | Reflecting

• VCJAU015

  Identify textual conventions of familiar spoken, written and multimodal types of texts

  Elaborations

  • recognising structures and key features of familiar types of texts such as めいし、 emails, conversations, speeches, advertisements, stories and songs, identifying formulaic expressions and comparing with similar texts in English, for example, by comparing ways of answering the phone or starting and ending a letter
  • identifying how certain types of texts are typically constructed, for example, the use of particular layouts, visual images and grammatical features in advertisements, manga or brochures
  • understanding that the format of Japanese texts can include either たてがき or よこがき、 according to the context, purpose and intended audience
  • understanding how to create textual cohesion, using elements such as paragraphing or conjunctions to sequence and link ideas and to maintain the flow of expression, for example, そして、それから、 でも
  • understanding conventions associated with using げんこうようし、 for example, the size of small characters, the position in the square and the placing of punctuation

  VCJAU015 | Languages | Japanese | 7–10 Sequence | Levels 7 and 8 | Understanding | Systems of language

• VCVIC183

  Reflect on how meanings vary according to cultural assumptions that Vietnamese and English speakers bring to interactions, and take responsibility for contributing to mutual understanding

  Elaborations

  • considering how being bilingual offers different ways of interpreting the world and representing experience
  • explaining how cultural assumptions influence meaning, for example, the action of hugging as an indication of friendliness in English-speaking contexts versus gender intimacy in Vietnamese-speaking contexts
  • challenging cultural assumptions and bringing different perspectives to new cultural contexts or situations, for example, using the personal pronouns anh/em to indicate informality between colleagues rather than to define husband–wife or brother–sister relationships as traditionally assumed
  • considering own and others’ responses and reactions in Vietnamese–English intercultural exchanges and discussing reasons for different interpretations of meaning, for example, knowing that Vietnamese people like to please and therefore may give an inaccurate answer whereas Australians would prefer to say directly what they really think or mean
  • identifying moments of embarrassment or communication breakdown in own intercultural interactions, exploring reasons for these and suggesting adjustments to language and/or behaviours that could be made to enhance mutual understanding
  • discussing elements of successful intercultural communication, for example, flexibility, awareness of differences in cultural and religious practices, respect for elderly people and other traditions, attitudes to privacy or different levels of directness in discussions

  VCVIC183 | Languages | Vietnamese | F–10 Sequence | Levels 9 and 10 | Communicating | Reflecting