Learning

This subject has three learning strands:

In year 8 students learn:

To respond to a range of texts - spoken, written, visual and electronic - so that they can critically and creatively apply their understandings in their own texts
About a variety of texts - spoken, written, visual and electronic - so that they can use language competently to create their own spoken and written texts
How to use listening, speaking, reading and writing strategies to research and record information independently and in teams so that they can develop accuracy and fluency in their written and spoken communication

In year 9 this subject builds on the learning of year 8 English by having students:

Use language to experiment with their speaking, listening, reading and writing on different topics and for different purposes
Develop through their writing, knowledge of language formalities, as well as the drafting and editing process
Examine a wide range of poetry, prose, drama and media texts
Develop independent reading and writing portfolios

In year 10 this subject builds on the learning in year 9 English by having students

Use language to experiment with their speaking, listening, reading and writing on different topics and for different purposes
Develop through their writing, knowledge of language formalities, as well as the drafting and editing process
Examine a wide range of poetry, prose, drama and media texts, using listening, speaking, reading and writing strategies to research and record information independently and in teams so that they can develop accuracy and fluency in their written and spoken communication.
Develop independent reading and writing portfolio

Assessment is based on Formative and Summative written and oral responses for different purposes and audiences, research assignments and tests.

Stage 1 Literacy builds on the learning in year 10 English:

It is the basis of English at Stage 2. It involves reading, viewing, listening, speaking and writing.

Students will:

Read, view and respond to different texts so that they can develop critical awareness of how authors and texts operate and clarify their own beliefs, values and sense of identity
Use the example of these texts to create their own texts, enabling them to improve their ability to express ideas accurately, fluently and appropriately
Have the opportunity to develop and apply skills and understandings in information and communication technologies

There are three assessment components:

Written responses
Oral presentation
Critical literacy studies. There are two study options:
The Function and Power of Language and Connected Texts.

Stage 2 English Communications builds on the learning in Stage 1 English:

English Communications is designed to give the students the opportunity to learn about the power of language in society.

Students will:

Look closely at samples of visual and written communication in their daily lives and in the media and refine their own critical thinking and communication skills
Read, view and respond to a number of texts and have the opportunity to develop their own skills in creating texts
Apply the strategies they observe in the work of others as they create their own texts
Write, speak, and use information and communications technologies in a variety of forms that extend their creative ability and their capacity for critical reasoning
Choose from options called Applications, which allow students to develop practical skills such as film-making, multimedia web page design, and investigating. Some applications may allow students to gain accreditation towards a national vocational qualification under the Australian Qualifications Framework.

There are four assessment components:

Designed for students of non-English speaking backgrounds.

Develop language skills in German or Japanese.

Centres on the human fascination with the way people interact with each other and their environment.