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• VCFRU068

  Analyse the structure and organisation of a range of texts created for purposes such as information exchange or social interaction

  Elaborations

  • identifying elements of different types of text (for example, le courriel, la météo, les slogans), and explaining the relationship between the language and structure used and the purpose of the text
  • creating sample texts for a genres resource base, identifying key features and functions, for example, la publicité: les messages directs: n’attendez plus! profitez de…, ou indirects: vous rêvez de… vos enfants méritent…
  • analysing and using informal styles of communication associated with social media texts and texting, such as emoticons and abbreviated language, for example, le sigle MDR (mort de rire)

  VCFRU068 | Languages | French | F–10 Sequence | Levels 7 and 8 | Understanding | Systems of language

• VCFRC098

  Translate short texts from French to English and vice versa, noticing which words or phrases translate easily and which do not

  Elaborations

  • translating short personal texts such as letters, emails or conversations, identifying words and phrases that can be translated literally (for example, la maison, le ciel, les enfants, Bonjour, mon ami) and those that need to be translated for meaning, for example, il fait beau! A tout à l’heure! courage!
  • translating public signs or notices (for example, sens unique, chaussée deformée, défense de fumer), comparing own versions with others’ and considering reasons for any differences
  • using bilingual dictionaries and electronic translation tools, taking into account issues such as alternative or multiple meanings of words and the importance of context when making meaning, for example, la fille, le bureau, l’histoire, la vue
  • translating headlines, captions and short reports in texts produced for young readers (for example, Wapiti, Okapi, Julie), identifying and explaining words or expressions that require interpretation rather than translation
  • translating and explaining the meaning of words or expressions associated with celebrations in French-speaking regions of the world (for example, le poisson d’avril, la bûche de Noël, le Ramadan, Aïd el-Fitre, la Fête de la Musique, la Toussaint), and considering how they reflect significant cultural experience

  VCFRC098 | Languages | French | 7–10 Sequence | Levels 7 and 8 | Communicating | Translating

• VCFRU067

  Understand and control additional elements of French grammar such as compound tenses, irregular and reflexive verb forms, verb moods and modalities

  Elaborations

  • increasing control of the conjugation of regular verbs in le présent and le passé composé and of high-frequency irregular verbs such as avoir, être, faire, devoir, vouloir, savoir
  • recognising and using idiomatic expressions such as those using avoir, for example, avoir soif, avoir sommeil, avoir peur
  • understanding the form and function of reflexive verbs, for example, il se lève très tard, nous nous promenons chaque soir, je veux m’asseoir à côté de toi
  • extending knowledge of negative constructions such as ne…plus, ne…rien, ne…jamais, ne…que..
  • using le passé composé and le futur proche
  • understanding how to use modal verb forms to express possibility, obligation and ability (for example, je peux m’imaginer…, il doit partir demain), and impersonal expressions such as il faut… and on…
  • learning to use direct object pronouns in conjunction with the present tense, for example, je t’écoute, elle les mange tous les jours!
  • continuing to build a metalanguage to describe grammatical concepts and to organise learning resources, for example, verb charts, vocabulary lists and groups of pronouns, adverbs and adjectives

  VCFRU067 | Languages | French | F–10 Sequence | Levels 7 and 8 | Understanding | Systems of language

• VCFRU121

  Extend grammatical knowledge, including the forms and functions of reflexive verbs, verb moods and modality and the imperfect tense

  Elaborations

  • understanding additional negative forms such as ne…plus, ne…rien, ne…jamais, ne…que, ne…personne
  • understanding the function of comparative and superlative forms of adverbs and adjectives, for example, vite, plus vite, le plus vite; moins jolie, la moins jolie
  • extending knowledge of le passé composé, understanding that verbs conjugated with être require agreement of the past participle with the subject (elles sont parties hier soir), and that verbs conjugated with avoir require agreement between the past participle and preceding direct object (les fleurs que tu as achetées sont si belles)
  • understanding the function and use of relative pronouns (qui, que), emphatic pronouns (eux, elle), and direct and indirect object pronouns (la, lui, nous, leur)
  • using l’imparfait tense, understanding how to distinguish between a completed and a continuing action in the past (nous étions déjà au lit quand il est arrivé)
  • understanding the form and function of reflexive verbs (for example, se laver, se lever, se presenter), including the use of être and agreements in le passé composé
  • understanding the function of impersonal expressions such as il faut, on peut, on doit…
  • recognising how grammatical choices shade meaning and establish register, for example, use of tu or vous to distinguish relationship; use of nous to suggest inclusivity or shared identity; use of on to suggest distance
  • developing metalanguage to talk in French and English about word order, verb moods, tenses or agreements, for example, le passé composé, le verbe auxiliaire, les adjéctifs possessifs, l’accord du participe passé

  VCFRU121 | Languages | French | 7–10 Sequence | Levels 9 and 10 | Understanding | Systems of language

• VCFRU122

  Analyse and compose different types of texts using appropriate linguistic, textual and cultural elements

  Elaborations

  • identifying how grammatical choices, words and images combine in a text to achieve particular intentions and effects, for example, the positioning of the reader by the use of personal pronouns, imperative/interrogative verb moods and emotive language in advertisements
  • comparing French and English versions of texts with easily recognisable language features (for example, love songs, recipes or horoscopes), noticing differences or similarities in imagery or focus that might be culturally significant
  • interpreting, explaining and using textual conventions popular with young French speakers, for example, the use of contractions, abbreviations and acronyms in text messaging (bjr = bonjour; A+ = à plus; biz = bisous; 12C4 = un de ces quatre)

  VCFRU122 | Languages | French | 7–10 Sequence | Levels 9 and 10 | Understanding | Systems of language

• VCFRC026

  Translate high-frequency words and expressions in simple texts such as captions, story titles or recurring lines in a story, noticing which ones are difficult to interpret

  Elaborations

  • identifying and comparing key words in French and English versions of favourite stories (for example, La chenille qui fait des trous and The Very Hungry Caterpillar; La vieille dame qui avala une mouche and The Old Woman Who Swallowed a Fly), and comparing rhythms and vocal effects in the two versions
  • playing matching-pair games with French and English word cards, for example, Le Calendrier, matching words in both languages for days of the week, months and seasons
  • collecting and using French words and expressions which do not translate easily into English (for example, bon appétit, bon voyage, voilà!) and French words used by English speakers, for example, ‘café’, ‘éclair’, ‘mousse’, ‘chic’
  • finding English words in French texts (for example, l’Internet, le sandwich), and considering how French speakers might pronounce the English words and why they are not translated

  VCFRC026 | Languages | French | F–10 Sequence | Levels 3 and 4 | Communicating | Translating

• VCFRU066

  Recognise individual elements of spoken and written words, phrases and non-verbal forms of expression, and notice how they combine to make or to change meaning

  Elaborations

  • recognising the function and form of commonly used morphemes, suffixes and prefixes (for example, la camionette, désordre, désagréable, irrégulier, inacceptable, la danseuse), and collecting groups of words that share a common stem (for example, la bouche, la bouchée; le jardin, jardiner, le jardinage)
  • recognising the impact of non-verbal elements of French expression such as hand gestures to replace words (for example, c’est nul, ça suffit!, quoi encore?), or sounds and facial expressions to reinforce spoken language (for example, oh là là! Aïe! T’as fait quoi?)
  • revising the pronunciation of the alphabet, practising spelling out words and using the correct terms for letters and symbols, for example, g, h, j, w, accent aigu, accent cédille
  • distinguishing vowel sounds, for example by recognising distinctions between nasal vowel sounds (cinq, sympa/manger, entre/dont, des bonbons)

  VCFRU066 | Languages | French | F–10 Sequence | Levels 7 and 8 | Understanding | Systems of language

• VCFRC065

  Consider how own biography including family origins, traditions, interests and experience, impacts on identity and communication

  Elaborations

  • mapping their own linguistic and cultural profiles, for example by creating a chart/timeline/web profile to highlight formative elements such as family languages, key relationships and intercultural experiences
  • sharing and comparing cultural and intercultural experiences and language capabilities, and exchanging views on the benefits of speaking more than one language, such as having a larger vocabulary to draw on, new insights and perspectives, and opportunities for new experiences
  • identifying events, relationships and experiences that have contributed to building a personal and/or collective sense of identity, and explaining key influences, for example, le voyage, les concours, les amis, la famille, l’équipe

  VCFRC065 | Languages | French | F–10 Sequence | Levels 7 and 8 | Communicating | Reflecting

• VCFRC077

  Convey information on selected topics, using different modes of presentation to suit different audiences or to achieve different purposes

  Elaborations

  • creating different elements for a general information evening for peers and parents on topics such as les échanges culturelles, le tabagisme or les jeunes et la lecture/les médias sociaux, combining formats such as displays, posters, performances and printed material
  • creating a web page to provide information for young job seekers in different regional and cultural contexts (for example, les stations de ski, au pair à la ferme, le travail saisonnier), using formats such as databases, charts, maps and video clips
  • designing texts pitched to specific age or interest groups, making and explaining choices in relation to vocabulary, structure, and visual and cultural elements, (for example, fashion advice for teens, tips for healthier living, local information for new migrants)
  • summarising and presenting information relating to topics or themes studied in other curriculum areas, using different modes of presentation to cater for different learning styles, for example, charts, diagrams, recorded spoken commentary or demonstration to explain eco-systems or recycling
  • referencing cultural trends in contemporary France and other francophone communities, for example by presenting and commenting on community texts associated with cultural activities related to les fêtes religieuses or les fêtes civiles (Hanoucca, la Messe de Minuit, les Fêtes du Mawlid, le 1er mai)

  VCFRC077 | Languages | French | F–10 Sequence | Levels 9 and 10 | Communicating | Informing

• VCFRC091

  Interact with peers and teacher to exchange information and opinions, talk about self, family, friends and interests, and express feelings, likes and dislikes

  Elaborations

  • exchanging greetings, wishes and thanks, adjusting language to suit the situation, for example, Bonjour, la classe! Salut, Marianne, ça va? Bonsoir, Madame Legrand, comment allez-vous? Bonne fête, Solange! Merci bien, Maman
  • introducing and describing self and others, for example, je m’appelle Marc; je te présente mon oncle; voici ma petite sœur, Eliane; je m’appelle Sophie, j’ai les yeux bleus, j’aime les sports
  • using present tense high-frequency verbs such as être, avoir and aimer with adjectives, adverbs and simple formulaic expressions to talk about self and others, for example, je te présente mon copain, Henri, il est drôle! elle est si douée! Nous voici — la famille Mercier!
  • comparing routines, interests and leisure activities, using language associated with time, frequency and location, for example, lundi après-midi, je fais du foot; le weekend, je joue aux jeux vidéos; l’hiver, je fais du ski; l’été, on va souvent à la plage
  • stating likes, dislikes and preferences, for example, j’aime bien le fromage mais je n’aime pas le yaourt; je déteste les prunes mais j’adore les pruneaux

  VCFRC091 | Languages | French | 7–10 Sequence | Levels 7 and 8 | Communicating | Socialising

• VCFRC112

  Access and analyse information from different sources, identifying how culture and context influence the presentation of ideas

  Elaborations

  • examining information obtained from different sites and sources to compare how young people are represented in the media, for example, comparing letters to the editor about young people with postings on forums conducted by young people
  • listening to and viewing short informative texts such as documentaries or news reports, listing key words and points of information to be reused in own newsflash or roman photo, and considering how emphasis or perspective can reflect culture and context
  • conducting surveys or structured interviews with classmates or online French-speaking contacts, comparing opinions and perspectives on community or personal issues, and identifying social or cultural variations
  • listening to, reading or viewing excerpts from interviews with public figures such as politicians, sports stars, musicians or actors, noting how vocabulary, phrases or gestures are used to emphasise or clarify key points of information

  VCFRC112 | Languages | French | 7–10 Sequence | Levels 9 and 10 | Communicating | Informing

• VCFRC039

  Use questions, statements and responses to participate in learning activities, to indicate understanding and to monitor learning

  Elaborations

  • indicating understanding or asking for help, using comments such as Oui, je comprends; non, je ne comprends pas; c’est trop compliqué! c’est quoi ça?
  • consulting each other when completing individual or group activities, for example, c’est juste? montre-moi; comme ça? comment ça s’écrit?
  • negotiating tasks and shared activities, for example, Tu préfères lire ou écrire? moi, je préfère travailler sur l’ordinateur
  • checking on progress during learning tasks or activities, using comments and questions such as C’est fini? Pas encore, bientôt..; tu comprends, toi?
  • sharing ideas about the experience of learning and using French, comparing what they can and cannot do, for example, Je sais compter jusqu’à cent; je sais chanter 5 chansons; Tu aimes parler en français? c’est difficile! Je n’aime pas parler au téléphone. J’adore jouer au foot en français!

  VCFRC039 | Languages | French | F–10 Sequence | Levels 5 and 6 | Communicating | Socialising

• VCFRC027

  Create bilingual versions of texts such as picture dictionaries, action games or captions for images

  Elaborations

  • participating in Circle Time sessions, helping each other to use as many French words and expressions as possible
  • creating bilingual picture dictionaries, using colour-coded captions to identify words that are identical, similar or different
  • creating captions for images in simple bilingual storybooks modelled on texts such as Oops and Ohlala (A la plage, Vive l’école!)
  • alternating between French and English versions of games such as Un…deux...trois…soleil and What time is it, Mister Wolf? or Caillou, papier, ciseaux and Rock, paper, scissors
  • creating bilingual texts for the classroom or school community (for example, posters, library displays or online newsletter items), and discussing how to represent meaning in different languages for different audiences

  VCFRC027 | Languages | French | F–10 Sequence | Levels 3 and 4 | Communicating | Translating

• VCFRU032

  Notice differences between simple spoken, written and multimodal French texts used in familiar contexts, and compare with similar texts in English.

  Elaborations

  • noticing and applying features of familiar types of texts such as greetings, requests, weather reports or recipes through activities such as ‘genre-swapping’; that is, transferring features associated with one genre to a different one, for example, greetings that sound like announcements (Attention, Madame, comment-allez vous!) or weather reports that read like recipes (Un litre de pluie, six nuages…)
  • recognising how different textual elements combine to make meaning (for example, the images, font and script of a web page; the layout, title and illustrations in a picture book; the highlighting of names, dates and times on an invitation), and copying and creating templates to store as learning resources
  • analysing features of simple spoken and written texts in French, such as a verbal greeting or a written postcard (noting, for example, the sequencing of the message, terms of address and ways of signing off), and comparing with similar texts in English

  VCFRU032 | Languages | French | F–10 Sequence | Levels 3 and 4 | Understanding | Systems of language

• VCFRU105

  Recognise that French language use varies according to context, situation and relationship

  Elaborations

  • noticing that French is used differently in different situations and for different relationships, for example, casual conversation between friends, polite interactions between strangers in shops, and respectful/authoritative exchanges between teachers and students
  • comparing language use and other aspects of communication in informal exchanges (for example, un match de football — allez, allez!) and in formal communication, for example, Soyez les bienvenus à notre école
  • collecting and analysing samples of language from texts such as video clips or print/electronic forms of communication to explore differences in communicative style and expression between social groups such as les adolescents, les profs or les tout-petits

  VCFRU105 | Languages | French | 7–10 Sequence | Levels 7 and 8 | Understanding | Language variation and change

• VCFRC114

  Respond to a range of traditional and contemporary texts, and compare themes and language style

  Elaborations

  • comparing treatment of particular themes, such as romance, adventure or family, in a range of texts created at different times, identifying changes in values and perspectives over time (for example, les fables, les contes, les dessins animés, la science fiction)
  • creating a shared database of imaginative, performative and expressive texts that they have enjoyed (such as songs, poems, cartoons and films), cross-referencing titles, genres, themes and values, and giving ratings and brief explanations for selections
  • comparing contemporary French and Australian music by reading music magazines, viewing video clips and listening to music stations, identifying similarities and differences in expression, themes and styles of performance
  • reviewing examples of French humour across different times and contexts (for example, le mime, les blagues, les comiques, les dessins animés), and considering similar changes in Australian expressions of humour according to era and context

  VCFRC114 | Languages | French | 7–10 Sequence | Levels 9 and 10 | Communicating | Creating

• VCFRC009

  Create simple print or digital texts that use both French and English, such as labels, word banks, wall charts or ID cards

  Elaborations

  • collecting French and English words that are similar or identical and have the same meaning but are pronounced differently, for example, la police, la table, la routine, six
  • designing and using bilingual fiches personnelles with identifying details supplied in both languages, for example, nom, prénom(s), ȃge, mes amis sont…, j’habite…, j’aime…
  • writing captions in French and in English for a photographic display to record a class event or experience such as sports day, school camp or pets day
  • making own bilingual picture dictionaries with captions, stickers and simple descriptions to explain culture-specific terms such as la bise, le goûter or la rentrée

  VCFRC009 | Languages | French | F–10 Sequence | Foundation to Level 2 | Communicating | Translating

• VCFRC060

  Respond to a variety of imaginative texts, analysing ideas, themes, values and techniques used to engage and entertain audiences

  Elaborations

  • comparing cartoons or video clips from different eras, identifying themes and representations, for example, traditional fables and contes with moral messages and contemporary texts such as cartoons that include diverse perspectives on social issues
  • transcribing short samples of action-related dialogue from texts designed to create suspense or excitement (for example, Tintin et l’étoile mysterieuse: allons-y! Ah non, c’est impossible! Personne? Ah magnifique!), and building them into their own performance dialogues or captions for comics or storybooks
  • responding to different expressions of humour in French (for example, le mime, les blagues, les jeux de mots, les devinettes), and comparing these with Australian expressions of humour

  VCFRC060 | Languages | French | F–10 Sequence | Levels 7 and 8 | Communicating | Creating

• VCFRC042

  Share responses to characters, events and ideas in texts such as stories, cartoons or films, making connections with own experience and feelings

  Elaborations

  • creating storyboards to represent key events in different types of imaginative texts, including captions or word bubbles to capture moods or feelings, for example, la peur, le bonheur, l’étonnement
  • comparing favourite characters in plays, stories or cartoons, and listing words or expressions associated with their role or personality (for example, timide, gros, géant, minuscule, rigolo, belle) and explaining how they can relate to them
  • introducing a character from a story, cartoon or television series that reminds them of themselves, a close friend or a family member, using performative, narrative or graphic modes of presentation
  • responding to questions about characters, events or effects in different types of imaginative texts such as puppet shows, stories and films, using modelled language to express reactions, for example, c’est triste, j’ai peur, elle est folle!

  VCFRC042 | Languages | French | F–10 Sequence | Levels 5 and 6 | Communicating | Creating

• VCFRU050

  Understand how different French texts use language in ways that create different effects and suit different audiences

  Elaborations

  • describing key features of different types of text, for example, a shopping list serves as a reminder to self and consists of items and quantities (6 oranges, 500 g de beurre), whereas a shopping transaction involves interaction and negotiation and more extended language (une baguette, s’il vous plaît, Madame; et avec ça, jeune homme?)
  • recognising and describing key features of familiar texts such as advertisements, reports or letters from sources such as Astrapi, Le Petit Quotidien and Images Doc, and comparing with similar texts from Australian sources
  • identifying the purpose, context and intended audience of a range of familiar texts, for example, phone messages, sports reports, take-away food orders
  • recognising differences between spoken and written texts, noting that some types of text such as emails or text messages combine elements of each

  VCFRU050 | Languages | French | F–10 Sequence | Levels 5 and 6 | Understanding | Systems of language