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• VCIDC058

  Compose individual and shared texts about imagined people, places and experiences, in order to entertain others

  Elaborations

  • creating texts to entertain peers and younger audiences, for example, digital big books, short films with subtitles, comics, wayang plays, posters for a film or websites for a fan club
  • creating the next scene, a new character or an alternative ending for Indonesian fiction texts such as a story, drama or film script
  • participating in spontaneous plays based on scenarios such as meeting a favourite celebrity, appearing on a television show or living in a past era
  • composing simple songs, jingles, posters and advertisements for real and imaginary situations or products, such as advertising an Australian product for the Indonesian market

  VCIDC058 | Languages | Indonesian | F–10 Sequence | Levels 7 and 8 | Communicating | Creating

• VCIDC089

  Identify gist and locate factual information (such as details about people and events) from a range of spoken and written texts, and use the information in new ways

  Elaborations

  • identifying key details, expressions and information in conversations, announcements and notes, and using obtained information to create own texts, for example, listening to a weather report and then cancelling an event due to bad weather
  • reading and viewing a range of texts (for example, promotional brochures and signs, websites and cards) to obtain and compile information about Indonesian places, lifestyle and practices
  • locating, classifying and summarising data such as results of class surveys, or factual information from notices, timetables and announcements, and presenting findings to others, for example, in a digital visual presentation, poster or wall chart
  • gathering information about people, time and activities, and using the information, for example, creating a timeline, diary or timetable to show a sequence of activities

  VCIDC089 | Languages | Indonesian | 7–10 Sequence | Levels 7 and 8 | Communicating | Informing

• VCIDC039

  Convey information about aspects of language and culture using diagrams, charts, timelines, descriptions and guided reports

  Elaborations

  • presenting factual information related to cultural activities and events of significance, for example, daily routines, celebrations, sporting events and concerts
  • conveying information about activities and environment using a range of text types and modes, for example, a report about an excursion for a school newsletter, a class website, a short documentary about the neighbourhood/region
  • using graphic organisers to convey information in particular ways, for example, to show priorities (list/table), to compare statistics or ideas (Venn diagram), or to highlight frequency (graphs)
  • reporting information (for example, about city and village life) based on own or group research, and supporting the information with photos, illustrations, captions or diagrams

  VCIDC039 | Languages | Indonesian | F–10 Sequence | Levels 5 and 6 | Communicating | Informing

• VCKOC004

  Identify and classify factual information obtained from a range of spoken, written, digital and multimodal texts encountered in the media and in public spaces

  Elaborations

  • identifying context, purpose and audience of texts such as advertisements, signs, notices and brochures, recognising features of language use in different types of text
  • locating, classifying and summarising data such as results of class surveys or factual information from notices, timetables and announcements; presenting findings to others, for example, in a digital visual presentation, poster or wall chart
  • reading and viewing a range of texts (for example, promotional brochures and signs, websites and cards) to obtain and compile information about Korean places, lifestyles and practices
  • gathering information, collaboratively or independently, about people, times and activities, and using the information in new ways, for example, creating a timeline, diary or timetable to show a sequence of activities

  VCKOC004 | Languages | Korean | 7–10 Sequence | Levels 7 and 8 | Communicating | Informing

• VCKOC157

  Convey ideas and information in different modes to suit particular audiences and contexts on subjects of interest to young people

  Elaborations

  • creating a website for a contact group of Korean students, posting information on own interests and experiences, for example, 방학, 친구, 운동, 미디어, and using resources such as sound, visuals or graphics to highlight elements which may be unfamiliar to Korean students
  • constructing a visual, digital or narrative profile of the local community for people arriving from overseas, collecting information from public and community texts such as fliers, newsletters, advertisements and brochures
  • creating a video clip to present information or ideas to a particular audience, for example, a virtual tour of the school or classroom for exchange student groups
  • creating an interactive display or performance to inform younger children of the benefits of learning Korean

  VCKOC157 | Languages | Korean | F–10 Sequence | Levels 5 and 6 | Communicating | Informing

• VC2M1N02

  partition one- and two-digit numbers in different ways using physical and virtual materials, including partitioning two-digit numbers into tens and ones

  Elaborations

  • building knowledge and understanding of the part-part-whole facts to 10, using physical and virtual materials; for example, using virtual ten-frames through a digital app or website to identify pairs of numbers that combine to make 10
  • using physical and virtual materials to partition numbers into counts of tens and ones; for example, recognising 35 as 3 tens and 5 ones or as 2 tens and 15 ones
  • using part-part-whole reasoning and physical or virtual materials to represent 24, then partitioning 24 in different ways and recording the partitions using numbers; for example, 10, 10 and 4 combine to make 24 or 10 and 14 combine to make 24

  VC2M1N02 | Mathematics | Mathematics Version 2.0 | Level 1 | Number

• VCNRC042

  Translate simple texts from the language being studied to English and vice versa, identifying words and expressions that do not always translate literally and may have more than one meaning

  Elaborations

  • comparing translations of written texts such as advertisements, websites, food packaging and menus, and considering how meanings may be interpreted from a different cultural perspective
  • translating simple sentences, noticing that there is not always word-for-word equivalence
  • recognising that some words cannot be translated into English without losing some of the meaning, or cannot be translated using only one word
  • identifying and explaining expressions and idioms that do not make sense when translated word-for-word
  • explaining to the teacher, peers and family how some words may have many different meanings

  VCNRC042 | Capabilities | Critical and Creative Thinking | Levels 5 and 6 | Communicating | Translating

• VCNRC043

  Create bilingual texts and learning resources for the school community

  Elaborations

  • creating simple bilingual texts in print or digital form for specific audiences, such as school signs for visitors, invitations to parents for class or school events, posters for the school community to advertise an upcoming event, online bilingual story books including text and images for a younger audience, or a bilingual game, such as Snap, using words only
  • creating and posting versions of existing school signs or notices into the language, for example, staffroom, canteen, recognising difference in word order
  • constructing and maintaining a bilingual website for a sister school or a contact group of young learners of English in a target language-speaking community
  • creating a word bank which includes words, phrases and common expressions, as a classroom resource to reinforce learning

  VCNRC043 | Capabilities | Critical and Creative Thinking | Levels 5 and 6 | Communicating | Translating

• VCRAC089

  Identify meaning and locate factual information (such as details about people and events) from a range of spoken and written texts, and use the information in new ways

  Elaborations

  • identifying key details, expressions and information in conversations, announcements and notes, and using obtained information to create own texts, for example, listening to a weather report and then announcing the cancellation of an event due to bad weather
  • reading and viewing a range of texts (for example, promotional brochures and signs, websites and cards) to obtain and compile information about places, lifestyle and practices
  • locating, classifying and summarising data such as results of class surveys, or factual information from notices, timetables and announcements, and presenting findings to others, for example, in a digital visual presentation, poster or wall chart
  • gathering information about people, time and activities, and using the information, for example, creating a timeline, diary or timetable to show a sequence of activities

  VCRAC089 | Languages | Roman Alphabet Languages | 7–10 Sequence | Levels 7 and 8 | Communicating | Informing

• VCRAC039

  Convey information about aspects of language and culture using diagrams, charts, timelines, descriptions and guided reports

  Elaborations

  • presenting factual information related to cultural activities and events of significance, for example, daily routines, celebrations, sporting events and concerts
  • conveying information about activities and the school environment using a range of text types and modes, for example, a report about an excursion for a school newsletter, a class website, a short documentary about the neighbourhood/region
  • using graphic organisers to convey information in particular ways, for example, to show priorities (list/table), to compare statistics or ideas (Venn diagram), or to highlight frequency (graphs)
  • reporting information (for example, about city and village life) based on the students' own or group research, and supporting the information with photos, illustrations, captions or diagrams

  VCRAC039 | Languages | Roman Alphabet Languages | F–10 Sequence | Levels 5 and 6 | Communicating | Informing

• VCARC025

  Translate and interpret texts from Arabic into English and vice versa, compare own translations and interpretations with others’ and discuss reasons for differences

  Elaborations

  • translating existing texts and experimenting with unfamiliar words or expressions, reflecting on challenges associated with transferring meaning from one language to another
  • comparing one another’s translations of the same text, commenting on differences and similarities between versions and considering possible reasons for these
  • translating texts, identifying culture-specific vocabulary and expressions, such as والله ولي التوفيق؛ تقبل فائق الإحترام , discussing strategies for choosing words that best reflect the intended meaning and context
  • paraphrasing English words or expressions that have no specific equivalent in Arabic, such as ‘mufti day’ or ‘fundraiser’, and annotating them in order to convey their intended meaning
  • reflecting on the difficulty of achieving equivalence in translations of creative texts such as poems, songs and film clips, identifying words and phrases that require particular elaboration or explanation
  • experimenting with interpreting in English popular expressions, proverbs or idioms in Arabic, and reflecting on the social and cultural values that may be embedded in them
  • analysing existing translations of texts, such as film subtitles, comparing them with own translation, and reflecting on why translations may vary

  VCARC025 | Languages | Arabic | 7–10 Sequence | Levels 9 and 10 | Communicating | Translating

• VCARC179

  Create bilingual texts that reflect aspects of culture for Arabic- speaking and English-speaking audiences in the school and wider community, for example, pamphlets, travel brochures or road directories

  Elaborations

  • considering how to maintain the integrity of original texts when translating into Arabic or English, for example, explaining culture-specific concepts relating to Arabic-speaking communities, such as التّحيات والسّلامات والسؤال عن الأهل والأقارب , or to the Australian context, such as ‘the bush’ or ‘the outback’, and representing original ideas and meanings bilingually
  • producing bilingual texts, such as video clips with subtitles, explaining cultural practices in Australia for Arabic-speaking viewers, for example, bushwalking, Anzac Day commemorations
  • producing digital and online texts in both Arabic and English, such as brochures and leaflets, for different contexts, purposes and audiences, such as Arabic-speaking students studying in Australia, Arabic-speaking tourists, or Australian schools hosting Arabic-speaking visitors, and reflecting on the process of working in both languages
  • creating captions or commentaries in Arabic and English to accompany texts such as song lyrics, video clips, film extracts or parts of a television program, exchanging and comparing bilingual texts with peers using online forums and discussing the best ways of achieving consistency in meaning

  VCARC179 | Languages | Arabic | F–10 Sequence | Levels 9 and 10 | Communicating | Translating

• VCASFC109

  Describe activities and experiences and share and respond to ideas and feelings about people they know, their daily lives, social worlds and school community

  Elaborations

  • recounting classroom events using indicating, plain and depicting verbs, for example:
    MONDAY PRO1-_plural DS:many-people-go-to SPORT DAY. PRO1 ENJOY
    We all went to a sports day on Monday. I enjoyed it.
  • describing the appearance of people, objects and places using SASS depicting signs and spatial location
  • recounting personal experiences using specific time-related signs and conjunctions, such as:
    LAST HOLIDAYS PRO1 CAMP
    Last holidays I went camping.
  • describing activities they have completed using some verb modifications to show manner, for example:
    PRO1 WRITE-_carelessly
    I wrote it very quickly.
  • interacting with members of the Deaf community to share details of their personal world
  • describing relationships between themselves and members of their school community, for example:
    PRO3 POSS1 BEST FRIEND
    She’s my best friend.
    M-R-S S-M-I-T-H POSS1 SCIENCE TEACHER
    Mrs Smith is my science teacher.
  • recounting events involving more than one person using constructed action
  • describing events that they have experienced and how they made them feel, for example:
    MONDAY DEAF PERSON VISIT SCHOOL PRO1 EXCITED MEET
    On Monday a Deaf visitor came to school. I was excited to meet them.
    MOVIE SCARY BUT PRO1 LIKE
    The movie was scary but I liked it.
  • comparing attributes or characteristics of classmates or classroom objects, for example:
    S-A-M RUN FAST C-H-R-I-S WORSE FAST SPEED
    Sam runs fast but Chris runs the fastest.
    THAT BEST COMPUTER
    That’s the best computer.
    
  • comparing weekend or holiday routines, interests and activities, using signs associated with time, sequence and location, for example:
    REGULAR SUMMER PRO1-_plural GROUP-MOVE-TO COUNTRY STAY++ TWO WEEK
    We go to the beach for three weeks in summer.
    WEEKEND PRO1 GO-TO-AND-BACK++ CAMP
    I go camping on weekends.
    

  VCASFC109 | Languages | Auslan | First Language Learner | 7–10 Sequence | Levels 9 and 10 | Communicating | Socialising

• VC2M8M07

  use mathematical modelling to solve practical problems involving ratios and rates, including distance-time problems for travel at a constant speed and financial contexts; formulate problems; interpret and communicate solutions in terms of the situation, reviewing the appropriateness of the model

  Elaborations

  • modelling simple motion problems, finding one of distance travelled, time taken or average speed, given the other 2 quantities
  • modelling and solving problems related to situations such as scales on maps and plans, the mixing of chemicals or ingredients, or calculating magnification factors applying relevant ratios and proportions
  • modelling problems involving converting money amounts using different exchange rates and applying them when planning and budgeting for overseas travel
  • modelling situations involving financial contexts (for example, income tax, using taxation rates on annual income, comparing different taxation brackets and rates of pay) or comparing the benefits of different phone plans using different call rates and associated fees to determine the best plan
  • modelling situations involving the use of ratios in radiocarbon dating methods, including the ratio of carbon-14 to carbon-12 isotopes in organisms, to measure dates of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples’ habitation on the Australian continent
  • modelling situations involving ratio and its application in the making of string and cordage by Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Peoples, including the ratio of length to the mass of a rope, the strength of the ply in proportion to a rope’s pulling force, and the proportion of fibre for the length of string required

  VC2M8M07 | Mathematics | Mathematics Version 2.0 | Level 8 | Measurement

• VCTRC053

  Engage in shared activities in real or imagined situations that involve planning, transacting, negotiating, and taking action

  Elaborations

  • negotiating solutions to perceived problems in particular contexts, by discussing ideas, considering options, making concessions or finding ways to reach agreement, for example, Bana göre ... Diğeri bence daha uygun, Nasıl bir yol izleyelim? Sen karar ver.
  • planning a demonstration, performance or celebration that involves cultural elements that require explanation and interpretation for the intended audience, discussing how to do this most effectively
  • preparing for activities that combine linguistic and cultural elements, such as an excursion to a Turkish exhibition, performance, restaurant or community event, by rehearsing appropriate language forms and behaviours
  • negotiating roles and responsibilities for the filming and editing of a short documentary on shared cultural experiences, for example, migration stories, visiting Turkish markets, participating in a henna ceremony
  • supporting younger learners of Turkish, for example, by developing learning resources or peer mentoring schemes, discussing the best use of their shared skills and capabilities
  • working together to design a web page to support information exchange between themselves and young Turkish-speakers in different contexts

  VCTRC053 | Languages | Turkish | F–10 Sequence | Levels 7 and 8 | Communicating | Socialising

• VCZHC087

  Translate simple texts from Chinese to English and vice versa, identifying words and phrases in Chinese that do not readily translate into English, using contextual cues, action and gesture to assist translation

  Elaborations

  • translating English texts into Chinese, focusing on overall meaning, and identifying how best to interpret key words, for example, the use of 是 after first-, second- and third-person pronouns; numbers with measure words; possessives with 的; plurals
  • identifying Chinese symbols in print and digital texts (for example, the longevity symbol), and developing ways to include the culturally attached value when expressing the meaning of these symbols in English
  • learning how to look up unfamiliar characters and words in bilingual dictionaries, and experimenting with different online dictionaries and translation tools to investigate how specific meanings are rendered into English
  • translating public texts in Chinese (for example, signs in shops and restaurants) into English and explaining their possible meaning and purpose, for example, translating the sign 休息中 on an unlit shop window to mean ‘closed’ instead of its literal translation, ‘resting’
  • using etiquette phrases within appropriate contexts and discussing whether the translation of 对不起 is the same across contexts, for example comparing its meaning in 对不起，让一让 and 对不起，我错了

  VCZHC087 | Languages | Chinese | Second Language Learner | 7–10 Sequence | Levels 7 and 8 | Communicating | Translating

• VCZHC137

  Reflect on their reactions and responses to others when participating in learning and cultural experiences in Chinese and Australian contexts

  Elaborations

  • identifying levels of politeness, respect and formality in diverse contexts, for example, when seeking assistance, when engaging with people of different ages or authority
  • deciding how best to address and refer to others (for example, addressing an older stranger as 姐姐 or 阿姨 in Chinese) and considering how that person would be addressed in English
  • identifying ways in which their Chinese identity is reflected in their daily life and interests, for example, belonging to a sports or hobby group or attending community school
  • considering their linguistic and cultural skills as Chinese and as Australians and how these contribute to their overall sense of identity
  • comparing Chinese and Australian lifestyles such as festivals and celebrations, food staples, preferences and cooking styles, and discussing own engagement with these
  • noticing differences in cultural practices and the protocol for certain events, such as 我去表哥家要先叫人，大姨好，大姨夫好；如果他们要留我吃饭，我要先问妈妈可不可以；如果阿姨叫我多吃一点, 我不能吃太多，最好得客气客气
  • participating in cultural events (for example, watching a China–Australia soccer match, performing a Chinese song to the school community, or celebrating Anzac Day) and reflecting on own reactions

  VCZHC137 | Languages | Chinese | Background Language Learner | F–10 Sequence | Levels 3 and 4 | Communicating | Reflecting

• VCZHC039

  Interpret and translate simple texts used for everyday purposes, identifying actions, words and phrases that do not readily translate into English

  Elaborations

  • identifying how best to interpret key words when translating English texts into Chinese, for example, the use of 是 after first-, second- and third-person pronouns; numbers with measure words; possessives with 的; plurals
  • viewing spoken interactions in Chinese between peers or in texts (for example, viewing a segment of a movie), and interpreting the meaning of the dialogue as well as comparing and discussing culturally determined manners or behaviour displayed in the interaction
  • differentiating between word-by-word meaning and intended meaning when translating from Chinese into English, for example, the word-by-word translation of 我喜欢一个人看书 is ‘I like one person to read’, but it means ‘I like to read alone’
  • comparing own translation of short texts (such as brand names, signs, slogans and billboard advertisements) to others’, and evaluating the effectiveness of own translation
  • recognising the role that gesture plays in oral interaction, including emblematic (hand) gestures, gesturing for emphasis and encouragement, and taboos within Chinese communication, such as pointing directly at someone
  • identifying Chinese symbols in print and digital texts (for example, the longevity symbol), and developing ways to convey the culturally attached value when expressing the meaning of these symbols in English

  VCZHC039 | Languages | Chinese | Second Language Learner | F–10 Sequence | Levels 5 and 6 | Communicating | Translating

• VCDEC172

  Engage in a range of shared activities such as managing events and arguing for a course of action by persuading others to change their opinion and/or behaviour

  Elaborations

  • organising a real or simulated forum to raise awareness of environmental, social or ethical issues such as persuading fellow students to act in a more environmentally friendly or socially aware manner, for example, Was können wir für die Umwelt machen? Wie kann man den Obdachlosen/Asylanten helfen?
  • creating a collaborative communications project, for example, via social media or a daily news segment for a community television or radio station, using appropriate terms to introduce, identify and summarise, for example, Wir ihr alle wisst… Es ist nötig, dass wir… Wollt ihr auch nicht…?
  • applying for opportunities such as student exchange programs or scholarships, giving details of education, work experience, skills and interests such as in a Lebenslauf or by writing a formal letter to apply for a position, using appropriate language conventions, for example, Sehr geehrte/r … ; Mit freundlichen Grüßen; Ich bin für diese Position geeignet, da ich… .
  • role-playing formal/informal negotiations, for example, a teacher/parent and teenager resolving a disagreement about Ausgehen, Freunde or Noten in der Schule
  • participating in a simulated Vorstellungsgespräch, persuading a prospective employer of their suitability for a part-time job

  VCDEC172 | Languages | German | F–10 Sequence | Levels 9 and 10 | Communicating | Socialising

• VCDEC155

  Engage in tasks and transactions that involve negotiation and problem-solving

  Elaborations

  • participating in collaborative learning experiences with peers to organise class events such as an excursion to the market or contribution to a local festival, for example, Wir können mit dem Zug oder mit dem Bus zum Markt fahren. Was wollen wir für das Straßenfest organisieren?
  • planning and conducting a group activity such as a live or online Modeschau with a theme, for example, Sommerferien, Wintersport, ‘Damals und heute’
  • agreeing or disagreeing with a suggestion (Gute Idee!; Wozu? Das wäre super/blöd!), and accepting or declining an offer or invitation, for example, Danke für die Einladung, aber ich habe freitagabends Judo. Hast du am Montag Zeit?
  • transacting and negotiating in real or simulated situations, such as shopping or comparing similar offers for goods in online catalogues on German-language internet sites, including commenting on price, for example, Ich möchte diese Hose anprobieren. Haben Sie Größe 38? Das ist sehr preiswert.
  • asking, giving and following directions to real or virtual locations (Wo ist das Schwimmbad? Es ist in der Schillerstraße. Wie komme ich am besten zum Bahnhof? Können Sie mir helfen? Ich suche…), using electronic information devices, apps, street maps or directories
  • complaining about unsatisfactory goods or services, for example, making a phone call about a cancelled concert and asking for a refund or substitute tickets for another event (Ich möchte mich beschweren. Ich möchte mein Geld zurück!)

  VCDEC155 | Languages | German | F–10 Sequence | Levels 7 and 8 | Communicating | Socialising