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• VCASFU192

  Identify different types of non-manual features and characteristics of signs, including iconicity, and explore the use of software to transcribe and annotate signed texts

  Elaborations

  • identifying, demonstrating and describing the various types of NMFs: movements of the eyebrows, eyes, nose, mouth, cheeks, shoulders and body, and describing their function
  • understanding that signs can be iconic in a number of ways, such as representing a whole object or part of an object
  • identifying signs with different levels of iconicity, for example, those that are fully transparent, translucent or arbitrary
  • recognising that signed languages involve more iconicity because they are visual not auditory, with most referents having visual features
  • identify and classify examples of spatial modifications of nouns and verbs in a video text using video annotation software, for example, ELAN
  • ‘reading’ and transcribing glossed texts, including interpreting the markings that show how a sign is modified in space, NMFs, DSs and examples of CA

  VCASFU192 | Languages | Auslan | Second Language Learner | F–10 Sequence | Levels 7 and 8 | Understanding | Systems of language

• VCASFU120

  Explore various types of non-manual features, types of iconicity in signs and the use of software to transcribe signs

  Elaborations

  • understanding that NMFs are important in sign language for marking forms such as questions
  • identifying, demonstrating and describing the various types of NMFs: movements of the eyebrows, eyes, nose, mouth, cheeks, shoulders and body
  • identifying the NMFs in statements, yes/no questions, wh- questions, and negatives
  • noticing that in signed languages meaning can be expressed through signs or through fingerspelling
  • understanding that signs can be iconic in a number of ways, such as representing a whole object or part of an object
  • identifying signs with different levels of iconicity, for example, those that are fully transparent, translucent or arbitrary
  • exploring, with support, software such as ELAN to annotate signed texts

  VCASFU120 | Languages | Auslan | First Language Learner | 7–10 Sequence | Levels 9 and 10 | Understanding | Systems of language

• VCASFU066

  Investigate and explain why signs are structured as they are, including with respect to iconicity, and compare transcription of Auslan video annotation software with glosses

  Elaborations

  • understanding that signs can be iconic in a number of ways, such as representing a whole object or part of an object
  • identifying signs with different levels of iconicity, for example, those that are fully transparent, translucent or arbitrary
  • recognising that signed languages show more iconicity than spoken languages because they are visual not auditory, and that most referents have visual features
  • identifying and classifying examples of spatial modifications of nouns and verbs in a video text using video annotation software, for example, ELAN
  • glossing a text independently, identifying what signs are used, any NMFs, and any examples of DSs and CA
  • beginning to use annotations in a glossed text to show spatial modification of nouns and verbs

  VCASFU066 | Languages | Auslan | First Language Learner | F–10 Sequence | Levels 7 and 8 | Understanding | Systems of language

• VCKOU187

  Explore how language use varies according to context, purpose and audience and to the mode of delivery and the relationship between participants

  Elaborations

  • identifying linguistic/textual features used in different types of text, for example, different degrees of formality and flexibility expressed in conversations, speeches, letters, emails and electronic text messages
  • recognising how language use, such as the level of politeness, reflects the intention of the speaker or author and impacts on the further development of relationships, for example, switching from a polite style to an intimate style (저를 좋아해요?; 나 좋아해?)
  • comparing language structures in Korean and English and how these are used to create affinity or distance, for example, the use of 반말 or colloquial language
  • comparing elements of communication such as body language, the use of personal space and silence in different cultural contexts and exchanges

  VCKOU187 | Languages | Korean | F–10 Sequence | Levels 7 and 8 | Understanding | Language variation and change

• VCZHC019

  Obtain and process information about significant people, places and events from spoken and visual sources, and convey this information using learnt phrases and key words

  Elaborations

  • identifying commonly used terms for daily activities such as 你几点睡觉？ to contribute in an online discussion with sister-school friends
  • describing people, places and things using actions and gestures, for example, to create a video clip to describe the school
  • planning and presenting short reports about holidays, special events and places using photos, illustrations, captions, diagrams
  • listening to short spoken texts containing some unfamiliar language, identifying key information, for example, name and phone number of speaker in a voicemail message, or the names, year level and age of Chinese children in a short interview

  VCZHC019 | Languages | Chinese | Second Language Learner | F–10 Sequence | Levels 3 and 4 | Communicating | Informing

• 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

• Languages | Arabic: Structure

  Sequences of learning

  The Arabic curriculum recognises that there are different entry points into language learning across F–10, which reflects current language teaching practice.

  There are two possible learning sequences:

  • F–10 sequence for students who begin to learn the language...

  Overview material | Arabic

• Languages | French: Structure

  Sequences of learning

  The French curriculum recognises that there are different entry points into language learning across F–10, which reflects current language teaching practice.

  There are two possible learning sequences:

  • F–10 sequence for students who begin to learn the language in...

  Overview material | French

• Languages | German: Structure

  Sequences of learning

  The German curriculum recognises that there are different entry points into language learning across F–10, which reflects current language teaching practice.

  There are two possible learning sequences:

  • F–10 sequence for students who begin to learn the language...

  Overview material | German

• Languages | Hindi: Structure

  Sequences of learning

  The Hindi curriculum recognises that there are different entry points into language learning across F–10, which reflects current language teaching practice.

  There are two possible learning sequences:

  • F–10 sequence for students who begin to learn the language...

  Overview material | Hindi

• Languages | Indonesian: Structure

  Sequences of learning

  The Indonesian curriculum recognises that there are different entry points into language learning across Foundation–10, which reflects current language teaching practice.

  There are two possible learning sequences:

  • F–10 sequence for students who begin to learn the...

  Overview material | Indonesian

• Languages | Italian: Structure

  Sequences of learning

  The Italian curriculum takes account of different entry points into language learning across F–10, which reflects current practice in language teaching.

  There are two possible learning sequences:

  • F–10 sequence for students who begin to learn the language in primary...

  Overview material | Italian

• Languages | Japanese: Structure

  Sequences of learning

  The Japanese curriculum recognises that there are different entry points into language learning across F–10, which reflects current language teaching practice.

  There are two possible learning sequences:

  • F–10 sequence for students who begin to learn the language...

  Overview material | Japanese

• Languages | Korean: Structure

  Sequences of learning

  The Korean curriculum recognises that there are different entry points into language learning across F–10, which reflects current language teaching practice.

  There are two possible learning sequences:

  • F–10 sequence for students who begin to learn the language...

  Overview material | Korean

• Languages | Modern Greek: Structure

  Sequences of learning

  The Modern Greek curriculum recognises that there are different entry points into language learning across F–10, which reflects current language teaching practice.

  There are two possible learning sequences:

  • F–10 sequence for students who begin to learn the language...

  Overview material | Modern Greek

• Languages | Non-Roman Alphabet Languages: Structure

  Sequences of learning

  The Non-Roman Alphabet Languages curriculum recognises that there are different entry points into language learning across F–10, which reflects current language teaching practice.

  There are two possible learning sequences:

  • F–10 sequence for students who begin to...

  Overview material | Non-Roman Alphabet Languages

• Languages | Roman Alphabet Languages: Structure

  Sequences of learning

  The Roman Alphabet Languages curriculum recognises that there are different entry points into language learning across F–10, which reflects current language teaching practice.

  There are two possible learning sequences: 

  • F–10 sequence for students who begin to...

  Overview material | Roman Alphabet Languages

• Languages | Spanish: Structure

  Sequences of learning

  The Spanish curriculum recognises that there are different entry points into language learning across F–10, which reflects current language teaching practice.

  There are two possible learning sequences:

  • F–10 sequence for students who begin to learn the language...

  Overview material | Spanish

• Languages | Turkish: Structure

  Sequences of learning

  The Turkish curriculum recognises that there are different entry points into language learning across F–10, which reflects current language teaching practice.

  There are two possible learning sequences:

  • F–10 sequence for students who begin to learn the language...

  Overview material | Turkish