Elaboration (4) ACLJAC026
using print, electronic and online dictionaries effectively by taking context into account when interpreting the meaning of words or phrases, for example, ただいま、おかえり、ねます (go to bed), あし (foot/leg)
Elaboration (4) | ACLJAC026 | Content Descriptions | Years 9 and 10 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | Japanese | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (5) ACLJAC026
considering differences between Japanese and English language used to describe people, for example, 目(め)がほそい。はながたかい 。
Elaboration (5) | ACLJAC026 | Content Descriptions | Years 9 and 10 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | Japanese | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (6) ACLJAC026
finding and using Japanese equivalents for conversation fillers such as ‘um’ and ‘yes’, for example, ええとあのうはいうん
Elaboration (6) | ACLJAC026 | Content Descriptions | Years 9 and 10 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | Japanese | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (7) ACLJAC026
translating texts such as public signs, notices or advertisements from Japanese into English and vice versa, comparing elements such as levels of politeness or degree of directness, for example, ましょう form in Japanese, ‘Keep clean (きれいにしましょう)’ translates …
Elaboration (7) | ACLJAC026 | Content Descriptions | Years 9 and 10 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | Japanese | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration ACLJAC027
creating an online bilingual class profile to send to a Japanese sister school or present to Japanese visitors to the school, including translations and/or explanation of key terms and expressions associated with events or school celebrations
Elaboration | ACLJAC027 | Content Descriptions | Years 9 and 10 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | Japanese | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (1) ACLJAC027
providing bilingual subtitles or captions for a cartoon or comic that depicts intercultural encounters, for example, interactions between a Japanese exchange student and an Australian host family
Elaboration (1) | ACLJAC027 | Content Descriptions | Years 9 and 10 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | Japanese | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (2) ACLJAC027
creating simple bilingual texts for English and Japanese speakers, such as community information leaflets, menus, timetables or brochures, that include contextual and visual support
Elaboration (2) | ACLJAC027 | Content Descriptions | Years 9 and 10 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | Japanese | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (3) ACLJAC027
designing and maintaining a bilingual website with a Japanese sister school or another group of Japanese learners in Australia, considering the best use of each language depending on the context and nature of the information or interaction
Elaboration (3) | ACLJAC027 | Content Descriptions | Years 9 and 10 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | Japanese | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (4) ACLJAC027
creating bilingual texts for specific audiences, for example, songs or games for younger learners of Japanese, or a schedule for an event likely to interest both English and Japanese speakers, noticing how expression and representation need to be tailored …
Elaboration (4) | ACLJAC027 | Content Descriptions | Years 9 and 10 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | Japanese | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration ACLJAC028
recognising that social values and reactions such as respect or displeasure can be expressed differently in different cultures, for example, noting the Japanese avoidance of direct refusal or eye contact, the desire to please by answering a question even …
Elaboration | ACLJAC028 | Content Descriptions | Years 9 and 10 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | Japanese | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (1) ACLJAC028
noticing cultural cues when interacting with Japanese speakers or resources that suggest differences in traditions, ideas or values, for example, ways of expressing feelings or emotions, maintaining harmony by avoiding direct replies to a question by …
Elaboration (1) | ACLJAC028 | Content Descriptions | Years 9 and 10 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | Japanese | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (2) ACLJAC028
recognising the importance of active listening skills to conversational etiquette in Japanese, such as showing interest and attentiveness by using あいづち and nodding, repeating information heard, and confirming details at the end of a conversation
Elaboration (2) | ACLJAC028 | Content Descriptions | Years 9 and 10 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | Japanese | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (3) ACLJAC028
discussing incidences in Japanese-language exchanges when miscommunication has occurred, and reflecting on why or how this happened
Elaboration (3) | ACLJAC028 | Content Descriptions | Years 9 and 10 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | Japanese | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (4) ACLJAC028
reflecting on how their own language and communication style might be perceived by Japanese speakers, considering concepts such as culture, attitudes, assumptions and values
Elaboration (4) | ACLJAC028 | Content Descriptions | Years 9 and 10 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | Japanese | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (5) ACLJAC028
discussing Japanese cultural concepts such as 恩(おん) (owing a kindness), 義理(ぎり) (a sense of duty) and 和(わ) (harmony), and considering how the expression of these concepts in Japanese language and behaviour compares with the expression of similarly significant …
Elaboration (5) | ACLJAC028 | Content Descriptions | Years 9 and 10 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | Japanese | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration ACLJAC029
assembling and presenting an autobiography, including references to key experiences and significant events, interests and family origins, and identifying elements that may need explaining to Japanese speakers, for example, そふは七十六さいです。1951年(ねん)にイタリアから …
Elaboration | ACLJAC029 | Content Descriptions | Years 9 and 10 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | Japanese | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (1) ACLJAC029
identifying significant life events that are marked in Australia or Japan, for example, 七五三(しちごさん)、 birthdays, 18th/21st birthdays and 成人式(せいじんしき) or marriage, and considering how these provide insight into cultural values or traditions
Elaboration (1) | ACLJAC029 | Content Descriptions | Years 9 and 10 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | Japanese | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (2) ACLJAC029
considering the relationship between identity and language, with reference to the languages spoken by the students themselves, peers, and family or community members, including their own developing ability to communicate in Japanese
Elaboration (2) | ACLJAC029 | Content Descriptions | Years 9 and 10 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | Japanese | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (3) ACLJAC029
examining the impact of cultural stereotypes and expectations in relation to cultural identity and intercultural communication
Elaboration (3) | ACLJAC029 | Content Descriptions | Years 9 and 10 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | Japanese | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (4) ACLJAC029
considering whether their sense of identity changes when they use different languages
Elaboration (4) | ACLJAC029 | Content Descriptions | Years 9 and 10 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | Japanese | Languages | F-10 curriculum