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• 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

• VCAVCDE007

  Generate, develop and refine visual communication presentations in response to the brief

  Elaborations

  • selecting and evaluate design elements and principles in the visualisation, development and refinement of visual communications to effectively communicate ideas or information to specific audiences
  • experimenting with appropriate methods, materials and media in the development and refinement of visual communications to communicate ideas to a specific audience
  • experimenting with combinations of materials and media, design elements and principles in the development and refinement of visual communications
  • understand the use of relevant materials, methods and media to produce visual communications in a range of design fields.
  • exploring the use of materials, methods and media in different design styles, for example, some materials and media are used with specific methods in different visual communication design styles, and reflect the time and place in which they were produced

  VCAVCDE007 | The Arts | Visual Communication Design | Levels 9 and 10 | Explore and Represent Ideas

• 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

• VCAVCDE001

  Explore and apply methods, materials, media, design elements and design principles to create and present visual communications

  Elaborations

  • experiment with combinations of design elements and principles to create visual communications that effectively communicate ideas.
  • annotating the use of design elements and principles in visualisation drawings
  • discussing the use of design elements and design principles in visual communications appropriate to the communication need, for example, posing questions such as ‘Which design elements and design principles help communicate their ideas clearly and why?’
  • experimenting with a range of media and materials in a selected method, for example, printing, to develop and refine visual communications
  • experimenting with two different methods to communicate an idea in visual communications, for example, illustration and photography
  • justifying the use of methods to communicate ideas in visual communications, for example, which methods suit the style of the visual communication and the intended audience?

  VCAVCDE001 | The Arts | Visual Communication Design | Levels 7 and 8 | Explore and Represent Ideas

• 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

• VCAVCDP003

  Develop and present visual communications for different purposes, audiences and in response to specific needs

  Elaborations

  • using the visual communication design process and identifying the steps applied to develop visual communications that communicate ideas to a target audience.
  • justifying how decisions were made in the visual communication design process through an oral presentation explaining the development and refinement of a visual communication design
  • applying ethical, environmental and sustainable choices when creating visual communications, for example, the use of materials that suit audience needs, interests and values and those which are sustainable and ethical
  • considering the placement and use of images and type to communicate ideas in a visual communication
  • investigating the use of images to convey meaning in visual communication designs, for example, What is the intended message of the visual communication, and which methods best convey ideas to the audience?

  VCAVCDP003 | The Arts | Visual Communication Design | Levels 7 and 8 | 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

• VCAVCDR005

  Identify and describe the use of methods, media, materials, design elements and design principles in visual communications from different historical, social and cultural contexts

  Elaborations

  • identifying the effectiveness of methods, media and materials in a range of visual communications
  • identify the use of design elements and principles in a range of visual communications and how these are used to effectively communicate ideas and engage the target audience.
  • identifying how design elements and principles are used in combination with drawing conventions, materials, methods and media to communicate ideas to a target audience
  • discussing how the use of materials, methods, media, design elements, design principles are applied to visual communication styles from different times and places, for example, investigating presentations from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and the styles that reflect particular ‘countries’ and groupings
  • discussing the influence of the target audience on visual communications, for example, how the target audience and purpose of a visual communication affects the use of design elements and principles and processes in visual communications

  VCAVCDR005 | The Arts | Visual Communication Design | Levels 7 and 8 | Respond and Interpret

• VCAVCDR004

  Identify and describe the purpose, intended audience and context in a range of visual communications from different historical, social and cultural contexts

  Elaborations

  • identifying the intended audience, purpose and context of a range of visual communications, for example, posters, architectural drawing or packaging samples
  • describing how designers use drawing conventions and methods when developing and refining visual communications for different audiences, purposes and contexts
  • discussing how designers use drawing conventions in observational and visualisation drawings and how this differs from the drawing used in refined visual communication presentations
  • discussing the differences between drawing conventions in visual communications and how these are applied to different audience needs

  VCAVCDR004 | The Arts | Visual Communication Design | Levels 7 and 8 | Respond and Interpret

• 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

• VCAVCDV002

  Use manual and digital drawing methods and conventions to create a range of visual communications

  Elaborations

  • using observational drawing to represent form, materials and surface textures
  • using visualisation drawings by making a series of quick freehand sketches that communicate ideas in relation to a target audience, for example, a package for a fragile object, or a typography design
  • discussing the purpose of drawing in visual communication design, for example, how can a two dimensional shape be depicted visually to represent a three dimensional form?
  • using paraline and orthogonal drawing systems to illustrate simple packaging forms
  • demonstrating the relationship between manual and freehand drawing conventions, for example, developing a series of concept drawings for a mobile application and then refine them in a computer vector based program

  VCAVCDV002 | The Arts | Visual Communication Design | Levels 7 and 8 | Visual Communication Design Practices

• VCAVCDV008

  Use manual and digital drawing methods to create visual communications in the specific design fields of Environmental, Industrial and Communication Design

  Elaborations

  • developing and refining visual communications using relevant drawing conventions and methods specific to a selected design field such as environmental, industrial and communication design
  • investigating the use of drawing systems to communicate ideas in different design fields, for example, manual, digital or technical drawing systems used in the different design fields of industrial, environmental and communication design.
  • selecting manual and technical drawing conventions relevant to different stages of the design process, for example, visualisation, development and refinement
  • using paraline, orthogonal and perspective drawing systems to communicate concepts in the development and refinement of visual communications
  • selecting and applying relevant manual and digital drawing methods conventions in the design process to communicate ideas
  • investigating the history of drawing conventions in visual communication design, for example, how drawing conventions relevant to specific design fields have changed over time, considering the use of methods, materials and media
  • evaluating the use of personal aesthetic, visual language and drawing conventions when creating visual communications

  VCAVCDV008 | The Arts | Visual Communication Design | Levels 9 and 10 | Visual Communication Design Practices

• VCCCC024

  Describe how Australia is a secular nation and a multi-faith society

  Elaborations

  • defining the terms ‘secular’, ‘multi-faith’ and ‘diverse society’ and discussing their relevance to Australia today
  • identifying trends regarding religious observance in Australian society using the Australian Bureau of Statistics and other data sources

  VCCCC024 | The Humanities | Civics and Citizenship | Levels 7 and 8 | Citizenship, Diversity and Identity

• VCCCC016

  Investigate how people with shared beliefs and values work together to achieve their goals and plan for action

  Elaborations

  • discussing how and why people volunteer for groups in their community, for example rural fire services, emergency services groups and youth groups
  • using social media to share and discuss ideas about how people can work together as local, regional and global citizens, for example to develop sustainable communities
  • investigating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisations and the services they provide

  VCCCC016 | The Humanities | Civics and Citizenship | Levels 5 and 6 | Citizenship, Diversity and Identity

• VCCCC036

  Discuss challenges to and ways of sustaining a resilient democracy and cohesive society

  Elaborations

  • discussing the concept of ‘cohesive society’ using examples from contemporary events in Australia or in other countries to identify factors that support cohesiveness
  • considering threats to Australian democracy and other democracies, such as the influence of vested interests, organised crime, corruption and lawlessness
  • identifying the safeguards that protect Australia’s democratic system and society, including shared values and the right to dissent within the bounds of the law
  • investigating processes by which individuals and groups resolve differences in Australian communities, for example negotiation, mediation and reconciliation

  VCCCC036 | The Humanities | Civics and Citizenship | Levels 9 and 10 | Citizenship, Diversity and Identity

• VCCCC015

  Identify different points of view on a contemporary issue relating to democracy and citizenship

  Elaborations

  • analysing where points of view differ about an issue and clarifying the reasons for the points of view others have taken
  • investigating an international human rights or environmental issue and research the responses of the Australian government and other nation's governments
  • participating in a relevant democratic process, for example in school decision-making process such as student council

  VCCCC015 | The Humanities | Civics and Citizenship | Levels 5 and 6 | Citizenship, Diversity and Identity

• VCCCC026

  Explain how groups express their identities, including religious and cultural identity, and how this expression can influence their perceptions of others and others’ perception of them

  Elaborations

  • investigating how and why different Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities are maintaining and strengthening their identities and how this contributes to Australia's national identity
  • investigating how and why the visible aspects of people’s cultural identity (for example dress, gestures, traditions/customs, accent/language) can influence interactions between people
  • considering how Australia’s location in the Asian region influences interactions between Australians an those living in the region

  VCCCC026 | The Humanities | Civics and Citizenship | Levels 7 and 8 | Citizenship, Diversity and Identity

• VCCCC027

  Examine how national identity can shape a sense of belonging and examine different perspectives about Australia’s national identity, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples' perspectives

  Elaborations

  • investigating representations of Australian identity evident in national day events (such as Anzac Day), and in the media and popular culture, to analyse different perspectives on the interpretation of national identity
  • explaining contemporary influences on the shaping of Australian national identity, such as the natural environment, immigration, attitudes to Asia and Reconciliation between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and other Australians
  • using personal stories to explore how individuals relate to national identity and how it impacts on their sense of belonging in the Australian community
  • investigating the extent of ethnic diversity in Australia

  VCCCC027 | The Humanities | Civics and Citizenship | Levels 7 and 8 | Citizenship, Diversity and Identity

• VCCCC007

  Describe the different cultural, religious and/or social groups to which they and others in the community may belong

  Elaborations

  • describe cultural, religious and/or social groups to which they and others in the community may belong and explain how belonging can shape personal identity
  • listing and comparing the different purposes, beliefs, traditions and symbols used by groups
  • recognising that the identity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples in Australia is shaped by Country/Place, language and knowledge traditions

  VCCCC007 | The Humanities | Civics and Citizenship | Levels 3 and 4 | Citizenship, Diversity and Identity

• VCCCC025

  Identify how values can promote cohesion within Australian society, including the values of freedom, respect, inclusion, civility, responsibility, compassion, equality and a ‘fair go’

  Elaborations

  • identifying values shared by Australians and deciding which ones could also be considered universal values
  • identifying how human rights values are consistent with Australian values

  VCCCC025 | The Humanities | Civics and Citizenship | Levels 7 and 8 | Citizenship, Diversity and Identity