Search results

Result list

• Korean - 7–10 Sequence: Levels 9 and 10 description

  Students have an increasing control over Korean pronunciation, writing in Hangeul and using vocabulary, forms and structures, and textual features. They approximate the pronunciation at syllable boundaries applying relevant Korean pronunciation rules, and write polysyllabic words that include...

  Level description | Languages | Korean | 7–10 Sequence

• VCEALA143

  Demonstrate understanding that handwritten texts usually need to be planned, edited and presented

  Elaborations

  • using graphic organisers to develop a simple plan for writing
  • editing and re-drafting writing by using simple strategies
  • reading own writing aloud to check meaning
  • following feedback from teacher or peers to delete or add words to clarify meaning
  • correcting spelling with reference to word lists or dictionaries

  VCEALA143 | Curriculum content | English as an Additional Language (EAL) | Level A2 | Writing | Cultural and Plurilingual Awareness

• VCEALA300

  Create short, simple texts for particular purposes, with some support and modelling

  Elaborations

  • using learnt text structures or model texts to begin writing independently
  • creating simple responses to texts, for example replying to a letter or stating a personal opinion about an issue in a video clip
  • building on feedback from previous writing tasks to improve accuracy and extend sophistication in writing

  VCEALA300 | Curriculum content | English as an Additional Language (EAL) | Level B1 | Writing | Cultural and Plurilingual Awareness

• VCEALC567

  Attempt to read familiar and unfamiliar texts with fluency

  Elaborations

  • understanding classroom labels such as those on lockers or desks, and signs around the school such as ‘front office’, ‘toilets’
  • reading a range of familiar and unfamiliar texts, such as own writing, peer’s writing, teacher’s writing
  • following simple print texts that are read aloud at a moderate pace

  VCEALC567 | Curriculum content | English as an Additional Language (EAL) | Level C1 | Reading and Viewing | Communication

• VCEALA592

  Use the features of simple text types appropriately

  Elaborations

  • using learnt text structures or model texts to begin writing independently, for example attempting to use past tense in a recount
  • using vocabulary items that are appropriate to the topic and text in shared writing

  VCEALA592 | Curriculum content | English as an Additional Language (EAL) | Level C1 | Writing | Cultural and Plurilingual Awareness

• VCEALC058

  Illustrate a simple text

  Elaborations

  • illustrating a simple text to add detail, for example giving additional information about an experience, showing characters and settings in a story
  • writing a caption or label for an image
  • using drawings as a basis for oral explanations or captioning using simple writing

  VCEALC058 | Curriculum content | English as an Additional Language (EAL) | Level A1 | Writing | Communication

• VCEALL538

  Use simple verbs

  Elaborations

  • using a small range of common verbs, for example ‘go’, ‘write’, ‘like’
  • forming simple past tense verbs some of the time by adding ‘–ed’, making some errors with irregular verbs (such as ‘goed’, ‘writed’

  VCEALL538 | Curriculum content | English as an Additional Language (EAL) | Level CL | Writing | Linguistic Structures and Features

• VCEALL081

  Use some conventions for printed English

  Elaborations

  • using conventional pencil grip when forming letters and numbers
  • writing from left to right and top to bottom
  • leaving a space between words
  • using ruled lines to guide writing on the page

  VCEALL081 | Curriculum content | English as an Additional Language (EAL) | Level A1 | Writing | Linguistic Structures and Features

• Chinese - Second Language Learner - 7–10 Sequence: Levels 7 and 8 achievement standards

  By the end of Level 8, students use spoken and written Chinese to interact in a range of familiar contexts. They respond to instructions, questions and directions. They use known phrases to exchange personal information (for example, 我叫…; 我的爸爸是澳大利亚人), seek clarification (for example, 对不起，我听不懂...

  Level description | Languages | Chinese | Second Language Learner | 7–10 Sequence | Levels 7 and 8

• Japanese - 7–10 Sequence: Levels 7 and 8 description

  Students become familiar with the sounds and patterns of spoken Japanese, including pronunciation, rhythm and intonation. They identify words borrowed from English, observing differences in pronunciation and spelling. They use Japanese in classroom interactions and short communicative tasks. They...

  Level description | Languages | Japanese | 7–10 Sequence

• Modern Greek - F–10 Sequence: Levels 3 and 4 description

  Students begin to develop a metalanguage for understanding and discussing language features, and make connections and comparisons between English and Modern Greek. For example, they understand that in English there is one word for the definite article (‘the’), whereas in Greek the...

  Level description | Languages | Modern Greek | F–10 Sequence

• Chinese - Background Language Learner - F–10 Sequence: Levels 7 and 8 description

  Students extend their writing skills to include more persuasive language and more formal genres. They participate in presentations on topics studied, and initiate discussion through enquiry. Students begin to compare their own pronunciation to modern standard spoken Chinese. They also explore...

  Level description | Languages | Chinese | Background Language Learner | F–10 Sequence

• Chinese - Second Language Learner - F–10 Sequence: Foundation to Level 2 description

  Students are immersed in listening to, viewing and reading Chinese. They become aware of Chinese as a separate language to English and that other languages exist within their own classroom, their country and overseas. They begin to recognise the importance of tone in Chinese speech and observe...

  Level description | Languages | Chinese | Second Language Learner | F–10 Sequence

• Chinese - Second Language Learner - F–10 Sequence: Levels 7 and 8 description

  Students extend their knowledge of the grammatical system and its use through spoken and written communication. Students experiment with language, exploring how cultural meanings are expressed. They analyse how messages are conveyed across languages, and apply their skills in moving between Chinese...

  Level description | Languages | Chinese | Second Language Learner | F–10 Sequence

• Chinese - Second Language Learner - 7–10 Sequence: Levels 7 and 8 description

  Students develop their ability to share ideas about language and culture systems and develop their skills in moving between languages and cultures. Learning and use focus on active exploration of the Chinese language system, which students draw upon to communicate their own ideas and engage with others.

  Level description | Languages | Chinese | Second Language Learner | 7–10 Sequence

• English as an Additional Language (EAL) - Pathway A: Early immersion - EAL: Level A2 achievement standards - Reading and Viewing

  At Level A2 students read and respond to a wide range of familiar texts. These texts may be print or digital texts, including visual, multimodal or interactive texts.

  Students predict, ask questions, retell and talk about texts read and viewed in class. With support, they read a range of...

  Level description | English | English as an Additional Language (EAL) | Pathway A: Early immersion | EAL | Level A2 | Reading and Viewing

• English as an Additional Language (EAL) - Pathway A: Early immersion - EAL: Level A1 description

  The Level A1 curriculum supports students as they develop basic knowledge, understanding and skills in English. Through immersion in English, students build their capacity to participate in routine and familiar exchanges in English with their peers. As a result, they begin to recognise the ways...

  Level description | English | English as an Additional Language (EAL) | Pathway A: Early immersion | EAL

• Indonesian - F–10 Sequence: Levels 7 and 8 description

  Students interact using Indonesian in classroom routines and communicative tasks. They respond to short texts in Indonesian, locating specific details and gist. Students extend the range and quality of their writing through increased vocabulary and grammar knowledge, and by drafting and editing...

  Level description | Languages | Indonesian | F–10 Sequence

• Indonesian - 7–10 Sequence: Levels 9 and 10 description

  Students engage with a range of Indonesian texts. They are provided with opportunities for both prepared and spontaneous language use. Students interact with others. They write for public purposes and interact with Indonesian peers. They create bilingual texts for peers and the wider school community.

  Level description | Languages | Indonesian | 7–10 Sequence

• Roman Alphabet Languages - F–10 Sequence: Levels 7 and 8 description

  Students interact using the language in classroom routines and communicative tasks. They give presentations and participate in dialogues, with preparation and some support, such as cue cards. They respond to short texts, locating specific details and meaning. Students extend the range and quality...

  Level description | Languages | Roman Alphabet Languages | F–10 Sequence