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• VCZHC022

  Create short written imaginative texts using simple characters and short sentences

  Elaborations

  • comparing the themes and content of nursery rhymes (童谣) (such as 小蜜蜂，嗡嗡嗡，飞到东，飞到西； 小白兔，白又白， 两只耳朵竖起来；小燕子，穿花衣， 年年春天来这里), for example, noting the frequent appearance of particular animals in童谣 and recognising how this relates to traditional agricultural life
  • creating a storyboard to describe characters and key events in planning a story
  • creating plot diagrams using characters provided by teacher to annotate diagram
  • using pictographs such as 马, 田，山 to create cartoons to illustrate a story
  • designing play props and costumes appropriate to the context and setting of a story read or listened to in class, and identifying traditional Chinese clothes and accessories

  VCZHC022 | Languages | Chinese | Second Language Learner | F–10 Sequence | Levels 3 and 4 | Communicating | Creating

• VCRAC020

  Respond to questions, instructions and requests, and participate in routine exchanges

  Elaborations

  • initiating and responding to instructions and classroom routines and games
  • making and responding to requests, and asking for rephrasing, repetition and clarification
  • contributing to preparing and displaying a set of class rules
  • using the language for daily activities, such as creating and following signs and instructions in the classroom and around the school

  VCRAC020 | Languages | Roman Alphabet Languages | F–10 Sequence | Levels 3 and 4 | Communicating | Socialising

• VCLVC156

  Convey information on specific topics using formats such as oral or digital presentations, displays, diagrams

  Elaborations

  • talking about Country/Place, using a range of location and direction terms
  • presenting information about events and activities in Country/Place through spoken, print and digital forms
  • creating a profile of a prominent community figure, for example, a sports personality, community leader/negotiator/spokesperson, a musician or artist
  • organising and presenting information relating to language and culture, for example different expressions of storying, art or dance, using simple sentence structures, familiar vocabulary and concrete materials
  • creating a video clip that incorporates captions and commentary to demonstrate procedures for activities such as preparing and cooking bush tucker, making tools, decorating artefacts, playing a favourite computer game, sport or playground game
  • creating texts such as flyers, posters or posts on the school website to advertise an upcoming event

  VCLVC156 | Languages | Victorian Aboriginal Languages | Levels 3 to 6 | Communicating | Informing

• VCADRD026

  Use voice, body, movement and language to sustain role and relationships and create dramatic action with a sense of time and place

  Elaborations

  • experimenting with the loudness/softness, pace and pitch of their voices to create roles and situations, time and place
  • exploring roles and situations by trialling the use of language, such as choice of words, expressions and tone
  • developing sensory and spatial awareness when creating dramatic action
  • experimenting with body language and gesture used in drama from different cultures and times, for example, in dramatic traditions or practices from Asian societies

  VCADRD026 | The Arts | Drama | Levels 3 and 4 | Drama Practices

• VCAMAM026

  Use media technologies to create time and space through the manipulation of images, sounds and text when telling stories

  Elaborations

  • experimenting with camera placement and settings to frame the subject, using basic shot types, angles and lighting to control picture space
  • applying text to accompany still or moving images, for example credits in a title sequence selecting appropriate fonts, colour and suitable length of time for display
  • practising recording sound on a variety of devices to explore volume, layering and the use of voice to create a sense of place
  • experimenting with ways of formatting and laying out a story using software and appropriate text conventions, for example, for the front page of a newspaper story

  VCAMAM026 | The Arts | Media Arts | Levels 3 and 4 | Media Arts Practices

• VCAMAP027

  Plan, create and present media artworks for specific purposes with awareness of responsible media practice

  Elaborations

  • storyboarding and filming a short sequence showing a conflict by selecting camera angles, lighting and costume to convey meaning without dialogue
  • planning and scripting a radio advertisement for a school event representing the public image the school seeks to promote
  • planning to document a school excursion for publication on the school’s intranet, including seeking permission to take photos of class members
  • using responsible media practices when making media artworks, for example, considering how to represent multiculturalism in a documentary of a community event

  VCAMAP027 | The Arts | Media Arts | Levels 3 and 4 | Present and Perform

• VCARC126

  Create and perform short imaginative texts, such as dialogues or collaborative stories based on Arabic fables, using formulaic expressions and modelled language

  Elaborations

  • creating simple imaginative texts such as comics, short stories or poems, using modelled language to express own ideas and imagined experiences
  • collaborating with peers to create and present picture or digital books, short plays or animations based on favourite characters in Arabic fables, using familiar language and formulaic expressions such as

    هذا علي بابا؛ علي بابا هو البطل في قصة علي بابا والأربعين حرامي؛ علي بابا شاب ...؛ يحب علي بابا ...؛

  • modifying texts such as songs, for example, by substituting words in a well-known Arabic song or rhyme
  • creating and performing alternative versions or endings of familiar stories, using voice, rhythm and gestures to animate characters

  VCARC126 | Languages | Arabic | F–10 Sequence | Levels 3 and 4 | Communicating | Creating

• VCASFC027

  Create bilingual versions of different types of texts, such as captioned recordings of Auslan phrases or classroom resources such as posters and digital displays

  Elaborations

  • creating captions in English for basic recorded signed texts, for example, a ‘welcome to the school’ video
  • creating bilingual texts for the classroom or school community, such as posters including signed images or digital library displays, and discussing how to represent meaning in different languages for different audiences
  • creating cards for use by younger children that contain pictures, labels and signs, for example, cards relating to different forms of transport
  • making their own bilingual picture dictionaries with English labels, images and simple descriptions of signs, identifying and categorising signs according to handshape

  VCASFC027 | Languages | Auslan | First Language Learner | F–10 Sequence | Levels 3 and 4 | Communicating | Translating

• VCASFC025

  Create or adapt imaginative texts and expressive performances that feature favourite characters, amusing experiences or special effects

  Elaborations

  • performing stories for a live audience with a focus on the visual communication of emotion and humour
  • adapting an element of a familiar cartoon or story to achieve a different effect, for example by varying the use of manner
  • adapting a signed advertisement for a product popular with their age group to create a change in effect, for example by inserting additional elements, mood or characters
  • signing stories or participating in play-based activities that require the use of constructed action to represent other people’s actions, thoughts, feelings or attitudes
  • adapting key elements of a popular picture book to create a short signed performance suitable for younger children being introduced to Auslan
  • experimenting with the genre of storytelling, adapting the use of signing space and signing techniques and changing perspectives according to character
  • performing an adaptation of a humorous story with two or more characters, using elements of constructed action such as shifting eye gaze and head orientation
  • creating the next scene, a new character or an alternative ending for a signed fable, short story or cartoon
  • choreographing and performing music-less dance, focusing on matching timing, beat and rhythm
  • creating original handshape poetry to present at a school assembly or community festival
  • playing with light and shadow, handshapes and movement, for example in shadow puppet performances

  VCASFC025 | Languages | Auslan | First Language Learner | F–10 Sequence | Levels 3 and 4 | Communicating | Creating

• VCAVAE025

  Explore ideas and artworks from different cultures and times as inspiration to create visual artworks

  Elaborations

  • researching artworks of different styles and artists from different times and cultures, to inspire their own expression of ideas, for example, in forms such as printmaking and drawing, and styles such as realism or expressionism
  • discussing the role of the artist and artworks as an expression of society and culture, for example, discussing the role of artworks from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and the stories they tell
  • exploring ways to express their ideas using visual conventions from different historical, social or cultural contexts
  • experimenting with visual conventions and styles from different cultures to create particular visual effects in their artworks
  • identifying and explaining choices in art making, for example, including forms, styles and visual conventions in their artworks, and the influences of other artists on their artworks

  VCAVAE025 | The Arts | Visual Arts | Levels 3 and 4 | Explore and Express Ideas

• VCDEC126

  Create imaginative texts such as simple plays, poems and stories, using formulaic expressions and modelled language as well as simple visual supports

  Elaborations

  • collaborating to create and perform a new version of a traditional or contemporary text, for example, the script of a play for the German fairy tale Die Bremer Stadtmusikanten
  • creating and performing a puppet play involving a German character and an Australian character, such as die Maus (Die Sendung mit der Maus) meeting Bananas in Pyjamas or an Igel meeting an echidna, using modelled German language
  • using digital technologies to create and illustrate short imaginative texts designed to amuse or entertain, such as Mein Traumhaus (Ich wohne in einem Schloss. Mein Schloss ist sehr alt, groβ und schön.) or fantasy stories featuring imaginary creatures
  • producing and presenting illustrated or multimodal texts using a modelled structure, for example, an acrostic poem based on their first name or Elfchen

  VCDEC126 | Languages | German | F–10 Sequence | Levels 3 and 4 | Communicating | Creating

• VCDSCD028

  Critique needs or opportunities for designing and explore and test a variety of materials, components, tools and equipment and the techniques needed to create designed solutions

  Elaborations

  • exploring the different uses of materials in a range of products, including those from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and countries of Asia
  • critiquing and selecting appropriate joining techniques for materials to produce working models
  • exploring and testing a range of materials under different conditions for suitability including sustainability considerations and identifying appropriate tools, equipment and techniques
  • examining the structure and production of everyday products, services and environments to enhance their own design ideas
  • exploring the properties of materials to determine suitability, for example the absorbency of different fabrics or the strength of different resistant materials

  VCDSCD028 | Technologies | Design and Technologies | Levels 3 and 4 | Creating Designed Solutions | Investigating

• VCDTDI021

  Collect, access and present different types of data using simple software to create information and solve problems

  Elaborations

  • selecting appropriate formats or layout styles to present data as information depending on the type of data and the audience, for example graphs suit data that shows trends or comparisons; lists suit text data that needs to be presented in alphabetical order; animations suit images that show actions and relationships
  • using different techniques to present data as information, for example creating a column chart in a spreadsheet by colouring cells to represent different items
  • improving the appearance and usability of data, for example using colour, headings and labelling of images to organise and accurately identify data
  • using software to sort and calculate data when solving problems, for example sorting numerical data in ascending or descending order and automating simple arithmetic calculations using nearby cells and summing cell ranges in spreadsheet or database software
  • exploring different online sources to access data, for example using online query interfaces to select and retrieve data from an online database such as a library catalogue or weather records
  • recognising that all types of data are stored in digital systems and may be represented in different ways such as files and folders with names and icons

  VCDTDI021 | Technologies | Digital Technologies | Levels 3 and 4 | Data and Information

• VCDTDI022

  Individually and with others, plan, create and communicate ideas and information safely, applying agreed ethical and social protocols

  Elaborations

  • considering ways of managing the use of social media to maintain privacy needs, for example activating privacy settings to avoid divulging personal data such as photographs, addresses and names, and recognising that all digital interactions are difficult to erase (digital footprints)
  • using a range of online tools to share information and being aware that information may be received at different times, for example adding entries to a class blog, participating in a web conference or online chat with an author, or participating in a forum on a specific topic
  • organising and creating different types of information for sharing and collaborating online, for example planning the sequence and appearance of an animation and sharing it online with students from another school
  • managing a project that involves students working together to publish online, for example identifying how group members can help each other to avoid delays in finishing the project
  • discussing digital citizenship rules and behaviours for participating in an online environment, for example not using all capital letters when expressing a strong viewpoint about a contentious matter and ensuring that the audience is aware of your identity
  • making ethical decisions when faced with reporting inappropriate online behaviour or acknowledging digital products created by others, for example making a decision based on how individuals would like to be treated by others

  VCDTDI022 | Technologies | Digital Technologies | Levels 3 and 4 | Data and Information

• VCELC126

  Create and perform short spoken and written imaginative texts such as dialogues or collaborative online stories, using formulaic expressions and modelled language

  Elaborations

  • creating and performing simple imaginative texts, using movement or drama to animate characters and to give expression to events in texts, for example, acting out scenes from a story, adopting the profile of a character, creating a dance to accompany songs
  • modifying texts such as songs, for example, by substituting words in a well-known song or tune (Η Mικρή Ελένη, Βγαίνει η βαρκούλα, ‘Bob the Builder’)
  • creating a new story such as a digital picture book using favourite characters from imaginative texts (Ηρακλής, Μορμώ, Σποτ) and adding captions using formulaic expressions and modelled language, for example, Μια φορά και έναν καιρό, Τέλος, Και ζήσαν αυτοί καλά κι εμείς καλύτερα.

  VCELC126 | Languages | Modern Greek | F–10 Sequence | Levels 3 and 4 | Communicating | Creating

• VCESC128

  Participate in collaborative tasks and experiences such as creating and presenting a display or performance and following procedures and instructions

  Elaborations

  • working together on tasks such as designing a poster for a special event, planning a puppet show, or creating menus or picture books for ‘buddy’ classes, collaborating to make decisions about content, vocabulary and design, for example, ¿Cuál quieres, ésta o ésa? Dame/toma/pásame el pegamento/la goma...
  • working with visual, print and digital modes of expression to create invitations for a party, performance or class event, for example, Querido/a amigo/a; Me gustaría invitarte a mi...... el 15 de enero ¡Te espero! ¡Nos vemos en mi casa! Gracias. Hasta pronto
  • preparing, rehearsing and conducting public presentations and performances such as an item in Spanish for school assembly or a presentation to parents
  • following procedures and instructions for shared activities, for example, following a recipe for guacamole, paper cutting decorations, making a cometa or papalote, or completing a simple science experiment such as germinating a bean

  VCESC128 | Languages | Spanish | F–10 Sequence | Levels 3 and 4 | Communicating | Socialising

• VCHHC066

  Sequence significant events in chronological order to create a narrative about one navigator, explorer or trader and Australian settlement

  Elaborations

  • annotating a timeline or other visual representation of key stages of settlement featuring local, regional or state events and people of historical significance
  • placing key events and people of early contact history in chronological order by creating timelines and explaining the sequence
  • listing key events and people’s experiences and linking them together to form a narrative about the past
  • composing historical texts, for example, a biography on a noteworthy individual or group, a report on a significant event

  VCHHC066 | The Humanities | History | Levels 3 and 4 | Historical Concepts and Skills | Chronology

• VCHIC020

  Participate in shared learning activities and transactions, such as science experiments, cooking or craft activities, creating displays or swapping items

  Elaborations

  • negotiating roles and responsibilities when collaborating in shared learning experiences, using expressions such as थोड़ा मैं लिखता हूँ बाकी तुम लिखो। मैं काटता हूँ, तुम चिपकाओ। वाह! यह अच्छी बात है। क्या तुम कम्प्यूटर पर काम करना चाहते हो?
  • making shared decisions about content, vocabulary and design when working together to create digital displays or posters for special events, such as स्वतंत्रता दिवस; पर्यावरण दिवस; वार्षिक खेल दिवस; स्वच्छता अभियान
  • following procedures/giving instructions for activities such as cooking, craft activities or science experiments, using language forms such as imperative verbs and measurement terms, for example, 100 ग्राम आटा, सबसे पहले पानी मिलाओ; कढ़ाई में तेल गरम करो; एक चम्मच नमक डालो; गोल कागज़ काटो; बीच से मोड़ो; धागे से बाँधो
  • using tokens that represent Indian and Australian currencies to carry out simulated transactions in different contexts

  VCHIC020 | Languages | Hindi | F–10 Sequence | Levels 3 and 4 | Communicating | Socialising

• VCHIC025

  Create simple imaginative texts, such as dialogues, storyboards, puppet shows or songs that encourage exploration and enjoyment of language

  Elaborations

  • creating variations on Hindi poems or songs that include repetitive phrases, established rhythms, rhymes and actions
  • using puppets to create dialogues between characters from favourite stories or fables
  • creating their own simple storyboards or picture books, using captions and dialogue
  • designing and creating Voki animations that use expressive, entertaining and humorous language
  • imitating the style and structure of a favourite song to create their own song that explores different combinations of sounds and rhythms
  • acting out elements of events such as the Rakhi festival, using traditional expressions and culturally appropriate behaviours, such as भाई की कलाई पर राखी बांधना
  • drawing their own versions of characters encountered in imaginative texts and selecting simple descriptive statements as captions to their pictures

  VCHIC025 | Languages | Hindi | F–10 Sequence | Levels 3 and 4 | Communicating | Creating

• VCIDC019

  Contribute to class activities such as solving a problem, creating a display or conducting a role-play/scenario

  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 an Indonesian garden, for example, following instructions, Tolong ambil itu, Mari ikut saya ke…, Minta air, Ayo tanam jagung/sayur
  • preparing, rehearsing and conducting public presentations and performances, such as an Indonesian item for assembly, or a presentation about significant event
  • interacting with the teacher and peers by asking and responding to questions and generating ‘small talk’, for example, Apa kabar? Siapa menonton film itu?
  • participating in group activities such as role-plays, asking and responding to questions and invitations (for example, Mau ke mana?; Mau ikut?), and negotiating with others to make decisions such as choosing ways to get around in Indonesia, for example, Mau naik apa? Saya mau naik becak. Berapa ongkosnya?

  VCIDC019 | Languages | Indonesian | F–10 Sequence | Levels 3 and 4 | Communicating | Socialising