Primary matters - Issue 13, March 2018
Welcome to the first Primary Matters for 2018. In this issue, we explore the new Literacy and Numeracy Learning Progressions, provide an update on the Digital Technologies in Focus project and explore the ways three schools are implementing the Australian …
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Primary matters - Issue 14 - Safety, June 2018
‘Safety’ Matters, June 2018 Welcome to the June issue of Primary Matters. In this edition, we explore the topic of safety in the Australian Curriculum. Read about the Office of the eSafety Commissioner’s work in providing resources, programs and services …
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Primary matters - Issue 16 - Critical and creative thinking, December 2018
Welcome to the December issue of Primary Matters. In this edition, we are fortunate to hear from Manly West Public School Instructional Leader Sara Lind, who is leading an initiative to build a deeper understanding of the general capabilities through …
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Primary matters - Issue 17 - Literacy, March 2019
“Literacy enables students to access, understand, analyse and evaluate information, make meaning, express thoughts and emotions, present ideas and opinions, interact with others and participate in activities at school and in their lives beyond school.” …
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Primary matters - Issue 18 - Digital Technologies, June 2019
“Digital Technologies empowers students to shape change by influencing how contemporary and emerging information systems and practices are applied to meet current and future needs. A deep knowledge and understanding of information systems enables students …
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Primary Matters, issue 22: Remote learning, May 2020
We hope this edition finds you all safe and well. The COVID-19 pandemic has meant that the education sector has had to adapt, and authorities are experiencing change of an unprecedented nature as they look to find their new normal. “It is important to …
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Rationale English
The study of English is central to the learning and development of all young Australians. It helps create confident communicators, imaginative thinkers and informed citizens. It is through the study of English that individuals learn to analyse, understand, …
Rationale | English | F-10 curriculum
Rationale English
Rationale English focuses on developing students’ analytical, creative and critical thinking and communication skills in all language modes. It encourages students to engage with texts from their contemporary world, with texts from the past and with texts …
Rationale | English | English | Senior secondary curriculum
Rationale Mathematics
Learning mathematics creates opportunities for and enriches the lives of all Australians. The Australian Curriculum: Mathematics provides students with essential mathematical skills and knowledge in number and algebra, measurement and geometry, and statistics …
Rationale | Mathematics | F-10 curriculum
Rationale
Through learning languages, students acquire: communication skills in the language being learnt an intercultural capability, and an understanding of the role of language and culture in communication a capability for reflection on language use and language …
Rationale | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Rationale/Aims English as an Additional Language or Dialect
Rationale English as an Additional Language or Dialect (EAL/D) focuses on language learning and the explicit teaching of the structure, linguistic features and sociolinguistic and sociocultural aspects of Standard Australian English (SAE). Through close …
Rationale/Aims | English as an Additional Language or Dialect | English | Senior secondary curriculum
Rationale/Aims Essential English
Rationale Essential English focuses on consolidating and refining the skills and knowledge needed by students to become competent, confident and engaged users of English in many contemporary contexts including everyday, community, social, further education, …
Rationale/Aims | Essential English | English | Senior secondary curriculum
Rationale/Aims Literature
Rationale Literature focuses on the study of literary texts, developing students as independent, innovative and creative learners and thinkers who appreciate the aesthetic use of language, evaluate perspectives and evidence, and challenge ideas and interpretations. …
Rationale/Aims | Literature | English | Senior secondary curriculum
Representation of Cross-curriculum priorities
The senior secondary English curriculum values the histories, cultures, traditions and languages of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, and their central place in contemporary Australian society and culture. Through the study of texts, students …
Representation of Cross-curriculum priorities | English | Senior secondary curriculum
Representation of General capabilities English
General capabilities covered in English include: Literacy, Numeracy, Information and communication technology (ICT) capability, Critical and creative thinking, Personal and social capability, Ethical understanding and Intercultural understanding. Literacy Literacy …
Representation of General capabilities | English | English | Senior secondary curriculum
Representation of General capabilities Essential English
General capabilities covered in Essential English include: Literacy, Numeracy, Information and communication technology (ICT) capability, Critical and creative thinking, Personal and social capability, Ethical understanding and Intercultural understanding. Literacy Literacy …
Representation of General capabilities | Essential English | English | Senior secondary curriculum
Representation of General capabilities English as an Additional Language or Dialect
General capabilities covered in EAL/D include: Literacy, Numeracy, Information and communication technology (ICT) capability, Critical and creative thinking, Personal and social capability, Ethical understanding and Intercultural understanding. Literacy Literacy …
Representation of General capabilities | English as an Additional Language or Dialect | English | Senior secondary curriculum
Senior secondary English subjects
The senior secondary Australian Curriculum for English is presented in four subjects that share common features. These include the continuing development of students’ knowledge, understanding and skills in listening, speaking, reading, viewing and writing. …
Senior secondary English subjects | English | Senior secondary curriculum
Structure English
Strands, sub-strands and threads The Australian Curriculum: English Foundation to Year 10 is organised into three interrelated strands that support students' growing understanding and use of Standard Australian English (English). Each strand interacts …
Structure | English | F-10 curriculum
Structure
The Australian Curriculum is designed to develop successful learners, confident and creative individuals, and active and informed citizens. It is presented as a progression of learning from Foundation - Year 10 that makes clear to teachers, parents, students …
Structure | F-10 curriculum