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Elaboration (1) ACLMGU016

exploring and discussing the influence of the Greek language on English, identifying examples of Greek words and morphemes used in English, such as prefixes, suffixes and base words, using strategies to work out meanings of unknown words, and considering …

Years 9 and 10 Modern Greek

The nature of the learners Students have prior experience of learning Modern Greek and bring a range of capabilities, strategies and knowledge that can be applied to new learning. They are expanding the range and nature of their learning experiences …

Years 9 and 10 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | Modern Greek | Languages | F-10 curriculum

Years 7 and 8 Modern Greek

The nature of the learners Students are beginning their study of Modern Greek and typically have little prior exposure to the language and associated cultures. Many will have learnt a different language in primary school, while some will have proficiency …

Years 7 and 8 | Years 7–10 (Year 7 Entry) Sequence | Modern Greek | Languages | F-10 curriculum

Elaboration (6) ACLMGC026

creating a menu in Greek with footnotes in English about the ingredients

Elaboration (1) ACLMGC008

translating signs and notices from Greek to English and English to Greek, identifying similarities and differences in both language versions

Elaboration ACLMGC008

translating short, simple texts from Greek to English and English to Greek, identifying words and expressions that can be readily translated and those that can be ‘lost in translation’, for example, το κέφι, βρέχει καρεκλοπόδαρα

ACLMGC008

Translate and interpret texts such as emails, signs and notices from Greek to English and English to Greek, using contextual cues and familiar textual features and recognising aspects that are similar and different in the two language versions[Key concepts: …

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Elaboration ACLMGC009

creating bilingual resources for language learning, such as word banks or a personal Greek–English dictionary, with examples and explanations of language use

Elaboration ACLMGU012

using the Greek alphabet, making connections between spoken and written forms, and recognising similarities and differences to the English alphabet

Elaboration ACLMGU014

comparing texts in Greek and English by identifying similarities and differences, for example, postcards, diary entries, short emails or a personal note to a friend

Elaboration (1) ACLMGC026

creating a shared website with a group of Greek-speaking students, posting items of interest, comments and questions in Greek and English

Elaboration (2) ACLMGU031

comparing Greek and English versions of familiar texts such as recipes and horoscopes, commenting on similarities and differences in text structure and cultural elements

Elaboration (3) ACLMGU033

exploring the impact of globalisation on Greek language use, such as the increased use of English words, such as blog, computer, mobile/cell phone, parking

Achievement Standard Modern Greek Years 7 and 8

By the end of Year 8, students use Greek to describe feelings (for example, Αγαπώ τη μουσική), express likes and dislikes (for example, Δε μου αρέσει η σοκολάτα) and exchange information about their personal worlds, including information about …

ACLMGU014

Recognise and understand characteristic features of common types of text, comparing them with equivalent texts in English[Key concepts: equivalence, genre; Key processes: noticing, comparing, explaining]

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ACLMGC026

Create bilingual texts that draw on Greek and English for different purposes, such as menus or product instructions designed for both language contexts[Key concepts: interpretation, equivalence, bilingualism; Key processes: creating, translating, int …

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Achievement Standard Modern Greek Years 9 and 10

By the end of Year 10, students initiate and sustain interactions with peers by sharing opinions and experiences and comparing aspects of teenage life (for example, Πού θα πας διακοπές; Θέλω να γίνω πιλότος γιατί ...). They interact with others …

Elaboration (2) ACLMGC026

creating a storyboard outline which brings familiar English-speaking characters to Greek-speaking worlds and contexts, such as Harry Potter as your tour guide in Athens or Nicosia

ACLMGU012

Identify similarities and differences between the phonological and orthographic systems of English and Greek, including accentuation and intonation in oral language, and decode and use the Greek script[Key concepts: sound system, writing system; Key processes: …

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Elaboration (3) ACLMGC006

listening to songs such as Greek versions of English language songs, for example, ‘Jingle bells’/’Τρίγωνα Κάλαντα’, and comparing aspects that may be similar or different

Curriculum Types

Curriculum Elements Types

General Capabilities

Elaboration (1) ACLMGU016

Years 9 and 10 Modern Greek

Years 7 and 8 Modern Greek

Elaboration (6) ACLMGC026

Elaboration (1) ACLMGC008

Elaboration ACLMGC008

ACLMGC008

Elaboration ACLMGC009

Elaboration ACLMGU012

Elaboration ACLMGU014

Elaboration (1) ACLMGC026

Elaboration (2) ACLMGU031

Elaboration (3) ACLMGU033

Achievement Standard Modern Greek Years 7 and 8

ACLMGU014

ACLMGC026

Achievement Standard Modern Greek Years 9 and 10

Elaboration (2) ACLMGC026

ACLMGU012

Elaboration (3) ACLMGC006