Years 9 to 10 Framework for Classical Languages Achievement Standard
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By the end of Year 10, students use their knowledge of [Classical Language] to interpret and analyse information from a range of texts and sources about ancient [Country/City] society and culture. They apply strategies to translate and interpret [Classical Language] texts into English and demonstrate understanding of how language conveys cultural meaning.
Students apply [Classical Language] sound-script relationships and use restored pronunciation when reading familiar and unfamiliar texts aloud. They select and apply [Classical Language] grammatical conventions and rules when translating and responding to texts. They explain how [Classical Language] has influenced English vocabulary and analyse language structures and features, using metalanguage. They demonstrate understanding that the language, texts and artefacts from Ancient [Country/City] are connected with culture and identity and reflect on the interrelationship of language(s), culture(s) and identity.
Years 7 to 10 sequence
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By the end of Year 10, students use their knowledge of [Classical Language] to interpret and analyse information from a range of texts and sources about ancient [Country/City] society and culture.
Content descriptorACL9LCLF10E01 Engaging with the ancient [Country/City] world through texts
interpret [Classical Language] texts to analyse the society and culture of the ancient [Country/City] world
Elaborations (6)
- Elaboration examining how cultural attitudes are conveyed in [Classical Language] texts, such as attitudes to civil rights, women, etc., and compare these with modern social issues
- Elaboration reading extracts from original [Classical Language] texts and analysing how they convey the attitudes of ancient [Country/City] society
- Elaboration researching architectural remains of Ancient [Country/City] through the study of an archaeological site and discussing what they reveal about the values and attitudes of people of Ancient [Country/City]
- Elaboration investigating the importance of storytelling in capturing language, heritage and history, and discussing how stories connect societies across time and place
- Elaboration researching the influence of leading intellectuals, politicians or orators from Ancient [Country/City]
- Elaboration exploring the ancient origins of modern structures and concepts, for example, social classes, property rights and divorce
Content descriptorACL9LCLF10E02 Engaging with the ancient [Country/City] world through texts
respond to texts and discuss ideas about ancient [Country/City] society in [Classical Language] or English, as appropriate
Elaborations (6)
- Elaboration reading texts in [Classical Language] and responding to questions in English to demonstrate understanding of content, context, purpose and technique
- Elaboration gathering and collating information about ancient [Country/City] art, including sculpture, jewellery and painting, and producing an online exhibition catalogue
- Elaboration researching inscriptions or graffiti and analysing what they reveal about the society of Ancient [Country/City]
- Elaboration evaluating the effectiveness of texts by considering the use of techniques such as simile, metaphor, personification or pathos for particular purposes such as to entertain or persuade
- Elaboration exploring how language is used to reveal character, key messages, purpose and values in texts such as narratives, plays and poems, for example, by performing [Classical Language] plays or creating theatrical interpretations of [Classical Language] stories
- Elaboration reading a text in [Classical Language] and analysing plot, characters, themes and use of literary features
They apply strategies to translate and interpret [Classical Language] texts into English and demonstrate understanding of how language conveys cultural meaning.
Content descriptorACL9LCLF10E03 Engaging with the ancient [Country/City] world through texts
apply strategies to interpret and translate [Classical Language] texts to convey meaning and demonstrate understanding of context, purpose and audience
Elaborations (6)
- Elaboration exploring print and online [Classical Language] and English dictionaries and thesauruses to consider a variety of meanings and synonyms, and to investigate how vocabulary choices in [Classical Language] and English can express shades of meaning
- Elaboration deducing the meaning of new words by drawing on prior knowledge, derivatives and connections with familiar words
- Elaboration predicting the context and content of [Classical Language] texts through initial holistic reading by identifying key words and phrases
- Elaboration constructing, editing and refining translations collaboratively with peers, using a range of digital tools and software, justifying opinions for the selection of specific words and phrases
- Elaboration conveying the meaning of idiomatic expressions, culture specific vocabulary and shades of meaning, differentiating between the different connotations of a word in a particular context
- Elaboration evaluating the effectiveness of translations of the same or different texts, using criteria such as selection of appropriate vocabulary, grammatical accuracy, fluency, coherence, clarity and idiomatic expression
Students apply [Classical Language] sound-script relationships and use restored pronunciation when reading familiar and unfamiliar texts aloud.
Content descriptorACL9LCLF10U01 Understanding language and culture
apply the phonological and orthographic systems of [Classical Language] in a range of contexts
Elaborations (6)
- Elaboration applying knowledge of the phonological systems of [Classical Language] to read aloud
- Elaboration reciting or presenting extracts from [Classical Language] texts, using expression to convey meaning, tone and emphasis
- Elaboration reading aloud extracts from different genres of [Classical Language] literature with appropriate expression
- Elaboration understanding the writing conventions for original [Classical Language] text, inscriptions, etc.
- Elaboration discussing conventions of [Classical Language] texts, such as metre in poetry
- Elaboration understanding the writing conventions for original [Classical Language] text, inscriptions, etc.
They select and apply [Classical Language] grammatical conventions and rules when translating and responding to texts.
Content descriptorACL9LCLF10U01 Understanding language and culture
apply the phonological and orthographic systems of [Classical Language] in a range of contexts
Elaborations (6)
- Elaboration applying knowledge of the phonological systems of [Classical Language] to read aloud
- Elaboration reciting or presenting extracts from [Classical Language] texts, using expression to convey meaning, tone and emphasis
- Elaboration reading aloud extracts from different genres of [Classical Language] literature with appropriate expression
- Elaboration understanding the writing conventions for original [Classical Language] text, inscriptions, etc.
- Elaboration discussing conventions of [Classical Language] texts, such as metre in poetry
- Elaboration understanding the writing conventions for original [Classical Language] text, inscriptions, etc.
Content descriptorACL9LCLF10U02 Understanding language and culture
select and use vocabulary, grammatical structures and linguistic features of [Classical Language] to interpret, translate and respond to texts
Elaborations (6)
- Elaboration completing gaps in extracts to demonstrate understanding of parts of speech such as nouns, verbs, adjectives and adverbs and their functions in texts to determine meaning
- Elaboration applying expanded knowledge of vocabulary, grammar and problem-solving skills to translate compound sentences and complex sentences with nested clauses
- Elaboration developing tables to show common irregular verbs
- Elaboration using different forms of verbs such as principal parts, infinitives, participles and gerunds
- Elaboration understanding the range of subordinate clauses used in complex sentences to convey sophisticated ideas
- Elaboration applying knowledge of the comparative and superlative degrees of common irregular adjectives and adverbs
They explain how [Classical Language] has influenced English vocabulary and analyse language structures and features, using metalanguage.
Content descriptorACL9LCLF10U03 Understanding language and culture
explain how [Classical Language] vocabulary, structures and features extend understanding of English, using metalanguage
Elaborations (6)
- Elaboration recognising connections between grammatical structures and features in [Classical Language] and English, and applying knowledge to extend grammatical understanding of the English language
- Elaboration reflecting on the particular use of tenses in [Classical Language] and making comparisons with English
- Elaboration identifying [Classical Language] roots in English medical, scientific, technical, legal and academic terminology
- Elaboration explaining how in both [Classical Language] and English, the coherence of complex texts relies on devices that signal text structure and guide readers
- Elaboration analysing language features in [Classical Language] and English, such as imagery and rhetorical devices, that are used to influence the intended audience
- Elaboration investigating and explaining the effect of word order in [Classical Language] and English in producing emphasis and tone, for example, indignation, anger and suspense
They demonstrate understanding that the language, texts and artefacts from Ancient [Country/City] are connected with culture and identity and reflect on the interrelationship of language(s), culture(s) and identity.
Content descriptorACL9LCLF10U04 Understanding language and culture
reflect on and explain how language, texts and artefacts provide understanding of culture and identity
Elaborations (6)
- Elaboration explaining why [Classical Language] was the language used by significant authors of Ancient [Country/City], in texts in which they expressed the attitudes, beliefs and values of the time
- Elaboration considering how cultural diversity has continued to be an integral feature of society since ancient times
- Elaboration discussing the enduring use of [Classical Language] in some religious contexts in the contemporary world
- Elaboration investigating First Nations Australians material culture such as instruments, jewellery, music, art, painting and dance, discussing how they provide an understanding of beliefs, cultural practices and social values and making connections with those of Ancient [Country/City]
- Elaboration analysing cultural attitudes and values embedded in language and symbols, and making comparisons with their own language and culture
- Elaboration investigating how language, texts and artefacts provide a means of understanding the social values, attitudes and cultural practices of the people of Ancient [Country/City] and making links and comparisons with their own language(s) and culture(s)
This achievement standard describes the expected learning for Years 9 to 10 Framework for Classical Languages · Years 7 to 10 sequence. Use it to plan teaching and assessment with the Australian Curriculum v9.
At a Glance
| Strand | Substrand | CDs | Elaborations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engaging with the ancient [Country/City] world through texts | Accessing and responding to [Classical Language] texts | 2 | 12 |
| Engaging with the ancient [Country/City] world through texts | Translating | 1 | 6 |
| Understanding language and culture | Understanding systems of language | 3 | 18 |
| Understanding language and culture | Understanding the interrelationship of language and culture | 1 | 6 |
| Total | 7 | 42 | |