Years 7 to 8
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Years 7 to 8 Indonesian Achievement Standard
10 statements aligned to content descriptors and elaborations
Achievement standard (as ACARA publishes it)
Achievement standard
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By the end of Year 8, students use Indonesian language to interact and collaborate with others, and to share information and plan activities in familiar contexts. They respond to others’ contributions, and recognise familiar gestures, questions and instructions in exchanges. They recognise relationships between spoken and written forms. They locate and respond to information in texts and use non-verbal, visual and contextual cues to help make meaning. They respond in Indonesian or English, and demonstrate understanding of context, purpose and audience in texts. They use familiar language, and modelled sentence and grammatical structures to create texts.
Students approximate pronunciation and intonation in spoken Indonesian. They demonstrate understanding that Indonesian has conventions and rules for non-verbal, spoken and written communication. They comment on aspects of Indonesian and English language structures and features, using metalanguage. They demonstrate awareness that the Indonesian language is connected with culture and identity, and that this is reflected in their own language(s), culture(s) and identity.
Years 7 to 10 sequence
The 10 achievement standard statements
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By the end of Year 8, students use Indonesian language to interact and collaborate with others, and to share information and plan activities in familiar contexts.
Content descriptorAC9LIN8EC01 Communicating meaning in Indonesian
interact with others using modelled language to exchange information in familiar contexts about self and personal worlds
Elaborations (8)
- Elaboration using the appropriate terms of address, for example, Selamat pagi Ibu Dewi, Selamat siang Bapak Jim or talking with a classmate using Kamu berasal dari mana?
- Elaboration participating in regular classroom interactions such as responding to Apa kabar? Sudah makan? Dari mana? or taking leave, for example, Permisi Bu. Selamat jalan, sampai besok, silakan, terima kasih
- Elaboration exchanging personal details, for example, Kenalkan, nama saya … dan saya berasal dari Australia, in simulated interviews, classroom interactions, and responding to questions
- Elaboration sharing and responding to information about their personal and immediate worlds through multimodal presentations, for example, Ini teman saya, Dia baik hati.
- Elaboration interacting with peers to express likes, dislikes and preferences, and to exchange and explain opinions, for example, Saya lebih suka bermain bola basket daripada sepak bola. Saya paling suka belajar bahasa Indonesia karenamenarik.
- Elaboration using modelled language to ask and respond to questions from their peers about daily routine, school and home environment, for example, Bagaimana rumah kamu? Naik apa ke sekolah?
- Elaboration using modelled or formulaic language structures to extend interactions, for example, … yang …, … tetapi …, … dengan cepat …
- Elaboration using spontaneous interjections and exclamations to show interest, comprehension, and fill pauses, for example, Oh ya (with nod), oke, baik, baiklah
They respond to others’ contributions, and recognise familiar gestures, questions and instructions in exchanges.
Content descriptorAC9LIN8EC02 Communicating meaning in Indonesian
develop language to interact in exchanges, routines, tasks and responsibilities related to classroom and interests
Elaborations (5)
- Elaboration using expressions of well-wishing for appropriate dates, celebrations and occasions, for example, Selamat hari ulang tahun! Selamat makan!
- Elaboration participating in classroom routines and activities using expressions such as Sudah siap? Sudah selesai? Belum? Tutup pintu! Buka buku tulismu!
- Elaboration asking and responding to questions to clarify meaning, and requesting information, explanation or help, for example, Maaf; Apa ... dalam bahasa Indonesia? Bu, boleh minta …? Boleh minta tolong? Apa artinya? Boleh pinjam penamu?
- Elaboration exchanging information about family, friends, home and pastime activities, for example, Di keluarga saya ada ibu, bapak tiri, kakak perempuan dan adik laki-laki. Hobi saya memancing di sungai.
- Elaboration discussing aspects of school and social life, and the behaviour expected in Indonesian classrooms, for example, Kelas di sekolah Indonesia punya ketua dan wakil ketua kelas, and responding respectfully to others’ contributions
Content descriptorAC9LIN8EC03 Communicating meaning in Indonesian
engage in modelled non-verbal, spoken and written exchanges with peers to organise activities relating to daily life and school environment
Elaborations (8)
- Elaboration collaborating to prepare a notice or email to advertise an event such as a celebration, sports event or competition
- Elaboration participating in scenarios, for example, being lost and asking for and giving directions, jalan terus, belok ke kiri, belok ke kanan sampai ke Jalan …
- Elaboration engaging in real or simulated interactions relating to negotiating for services such as transport, ordering food or goods, for example, Mau membeli bakso? Mau menonton film atau bermain sepak bola nanti sore
- Elaboration organising a real or imagined shopping visit to bargain for souvenirs, for example, Maaf ada baju batik? Berapa harganya? Bisa kurang? Wah, terlalu mahal! Saya rugi.
- Elaboration giving, accepting or declining invitations, including making excuses to avoid causing offence or embarrassment, for example, Mau ikut ke …? Terima kasih, saya tidak bisa, Maaf, ya …
- Elaboration negotiating and making decisions about whole class activities, for example, Bagaimana kalau kita ..., Mengapa tidak? Kelas mau bermain ... atau …? Ayo, kita …, … ide bagus!
- Elaboration organising a real or imagined visit to an Indonesian home and selecting culturally appropriate expressions, for example, permisi, silakan, assalamuailaikum, tambah lagi
- Elaboration exchanging details such as time, place, activity and participants when organising real or imagined events, using texts such as phone conversations, emails and text messages, for example, Jam berapa? Di mana? Hari apa?
They recognise relationships between spoken and written forms.
Content descriptorAC9LIN8EC03 Communicating meaning in Indonesian
engage in modelled non-verbal, spoken and written exchanges with peers to organise activities relating to daily life and school environment
Elaborations (8)
- Elaboration collaborating to prepare a notice or email to advertise an event such as a celebration, sports event or competition
- Elaboration participating in scenarios, for example, being lost and asking for and giving directions, jalan terus, belok ke kiri, belok ke kanan sampai ke Jalan …
- Elaboration engaging in real or simulated interactions relating to negotiating for services such as transport, ordering food or goods, for example, Mau membeli bakso? Mau menonton film atau bermain sepak bola nanti sore
- Elaboration organising a real or imagined shopping visit to bargain for souvenirs, for example, Maaf ada baju batik? Berapa harganya? Bisa kurang? Wah, terlalu mahal! Saya rugi.
- Elaboration giving, accepting or declining invitations, including making excuses to avoid causing offence or embarrassment, for example, Mau ikut ke …? Terima kasih, saya tidak bisa, Maaf, ya …
- Elaboration negotiating and making decisions about whole class activities, for example, Bagaimana kalau kita ..., Mengapa tidak? Kelas mau bermain ... atau …? Ayo, kita …, … ide bagus!
- Elaboration organising a real or imagined visit to an Indonesian home and selecting culturally appropriate expressions, for example, permisi, silakan, assalamuailaikum, tambah lagi
- Elaboration exchanging details such as time, place, activity and participants when organising real or imagined events, using texts such as phone conversations, emails and text messages, for example, Jam berapa? Di mana? Hari apa?
Content descriptorAC9LIN8EC04 Communicating meaning in Indonesian
locate and process information and ideas in familiar spoken, written and multimodal texts, responding in ways appropriate to cultural context, purpose and audience
Elaborations (11)
- Elaboration listening to teacher-modified texts, videos or audio and responding to true or false questions using ya, bukan, benar, salah
- Elaboration reading familiar texts to identify specific information, for example, text messages and social media posts
- Elaboration locating, classifying and summarising information such as results of class surveys, using questions, for example, Kamu suka makan apa? Kamu suka pergi ke mana pada akhir minggu? Apa binatang favoritmu?
- Elaboration listening to, reading or viewing First Nations Australian authors’ stories in English and responding to them in spoken or written Indonesian
- Elaboration investigating ongoing collaboration of First Nations Australian artists and those from Indonesia, for example, researching batik making in central Australia, rock art in northern Australia and the same art forms in Indonesia, or festivals celebrating art and film connections such as Festival Sinema Australia Indonesia, and developing a film or video showing similarities and differences in these art forms
- Elaboration researching and comparing different types of eating venues in Indonesia, such as Rumah makan Padang, warung, kaki lima, restoran to make menu selections, for example, Mau mencoba makanan apa? Mau mencoba minuman apa? Sudah makan rendang?
- Elaboration reading and viewing cartoons, comics and stories, and expressing opinions and ideas, for example, Saya suka/kurang suka, Saya rasa/pikir, Pada pendapat saya
- Elaboration researching information to plan an imagined holiday, for example, Berapa tarif dua malam di hotel? Bagaimana fasilitas kamar/hotel? Apakah termasuk makan pagi?
- Elaboration navigating secure online applications to find out about transport and services in Indonesia, using information in a simulated conversation with a taxi driver or person in a hotel
- Elaboration viewing a film or video and writing a summary of the plot or a profile of a character, Saya suka ceritanya karena dramatis. Bayu tinggal di Jakarta dan dia suka bermain sepak bola.
- Elaboration researching a topic of interest in Indonesian and presenting information using modelled vocabulary, expressions, grammatical structures and textual conventions, for example, 30% murid suka berolahraga air, 40% suka berlibur di gunung.
They locate and respond to information in texts and use non-verbal, visual and contextual cues to help make meaning.
Content descriptorAC9LIN8EC04 Communicating meaning in Indonesian
locate and process information and ideas in familiar spoken, written and multimodal texts, responding in ways appropriate to cultural context, purpose and audience
Elaborations (11)
- Elaboration listening to teacher-modified texts, videos or audio and responding to true or false questions using ya, bukan, benar, salah
- Elaboration reading familiar texts to identify specific information, for example, text messages and social media posts
- Elaboration locating, classifying and summarising information such as results of class surveys, using questions, for example, Kamu suka makan apa? Kamu suka pergi ke mana pada akhir minggu? Apa binatang favoritmu?
- Elaboration listening to, reading or viewing First Nations Australian authors’ stories in English and responding to them in spoken or written Indonesian
- Elaboration investigating ongoing collaboration of First Nations Australian artists and those from Indonesia, for example, researching batik making in central Australia, rock art in northern Australia and the same art forms in Indonesia, or festivals celebrating art and film connections such as Festival Sinema Australia Indonesia, and developing a film or video showing similarities and differences in these art forms
- Elaboration researching and comparing different types of eating venues in Indonesia, such as Rumah makan Padang, warung, kaki lima, restoran to make menu selections, for example, Mau mencoba makanan apa? Mau mencoba minuman apa? Sudah makan rendang?
- Elaboration reading and viewing cartoons, comics and stories, and expressing opinions and ideas, for example, Saya suka/kurang suka, Saya rasa/pikir, Pada pendapat saya
- Elaboration researching information to plan an imagined holiday, for example, Berapa tarif dua malam di hotel? Bagaimana fasilitas kamar/hotel? Apakah termasuk makan pagi?
- Elaboration navigating secure online applications to find out about transport and services in Indonesia, using information in a simulated conversation with a taxi driver or person in a hotel
- Elaboration viewing a film or video and writing a summary of the plot or a profile of a character, Saya suka ceritanya karena dramatis. Bayu tinggal di Jakarta dan dia suka bermain sepak bola.
- Elaboration researching a topic of interest in Indonesian and presenting information using modelled vocabulary, expressions, grammatical structures and textual conventions, for example, 30% murid suka berolahraga air, 40% suka berlibur di gunung.
They respond in Indonesian or English, and demonstrate understanding of context, purpose and audience in texts.
Content descriptorAC9LIN8EC05 Communicating meaning in Indonesian
develop and begin to apply strategies to interpret, translate and convey meaning in Indonesian in familiar contexts
Elaborations (8)
- Elaboration developing strategies to interpret body language and non-verbal cues, for example, senam and teacher gestures
- Elaboration using modelled texts such as cloze passages or songs in dictation exercises to develop listening for understanding
- Elaboration interpreting Indonesian gestures to convey meaning and using them appropriately in classroom interactions with peers and teachers, for example, only using right hand to pass objects, responding to greetings with a smile/wave
- Elaboration using dictionaries or online translation tools to find meaning of words or expressions and applying familiar Indonesian structures to suit context, for example, Mudah-mudahan cepat sembuh.
- Elaboration comparing different translations of a text, including versions created by online translators, and discussing any issues that emerge
- Elaboration using prior knowledge to access culture-specific vocabulary and images to interpret meaning, for example, the song Jogja Love Story
- Elaboration exploring, expanding and consolidating word usage using online translation tools to translate and interpret idioms, proverbs, sayings and set phrases for example, Jam karet, Sedia payung sebelum hujan, Rajin pangkal pandai
- Elaboration using print and online dictionaries, selecting appropriate meaning from alternatives provided and comparing translations with peers, explaining cultural references and expressions and any aspects ‘lost in translation’
They use familiar language, and modelled sentence and grammatical structures to create texts.
Content descriptorAC9LIN8EC06 Communicating meaning in Indonesian
create spoken, written and multimodal, informative and imaginative texts using appropriate vocabulary, expressions, grammatical structures, and some textual conventions
Elaborations (11)
- Elaboration creating texts such as a profile, montage or avatar, choosing what aspects to share about themselves, for example, Nama saya Emily. Saya dari Broome, Australia. Saya bersekolah di SMP. Hobi saya berselancar dan mendengarkan musik. Saya kurang suka makanan India karena terlalu pedas.
- Elaboration writing an email to introduce themselves to a real or imagined Indonesian host family, providing personal information, likes and interests
- Elaboration designing an informative multimodal text about introducing an aspect of their immediate environment or personal worlds, for example, creating a tour of their school, a guide to their favourite place
- Elaboration creating a print or digital poster in Indonesian to promote travel to a significant cultural location on a First Nations Country/Place, including what to see and do
- Elaboration describing a typical day during the school week or on the weekend using sudah, belum and sedang to indicate tense
- Elaboration corresponding with students in a buddy school who are learning English (respecting privacy guidelines), making choices about when to use Indonesian or English depending on the context, topic and nature of the interaction
- Elaboration writing and participating in dialogues between characters in a short drama or skit, rap or poem
- Elaboration using key words or expressions to compose a description of characters or events in different types of imaginative texts
- Elaboration using secure digital tools to create a video clip or photo story based on imaginary characters, places and events
- Elaboration composing profiles of celebrities or significant people who speak Indonesian, for example, Jessica Mauboy, Chris Hemsworth, Barack Obama
- Elaboration creating a narrative using a written version of telinga panjang, with each class member contributing to the text when it is their turn, for example, a story starting with Saya senang sekali karena …
Students approximate pronunciation and intonation in spoken Indonesian.
Content descriptorAC9LIN8EU01 Understanding language and culture
recognise and use features of the Indonesian sound system, including pitch, rhythm, stress, pronunciation and intonation, and demonstrate understanding of how these are represented in familiar contexts
Elaborations (6)
- Elaboration understanding that the sound of Indonesian is represented using the Roman alphabet
- Elaboration listening to the pronunciation of the Indonesian alphabet modelled by the teacher or audio scripts and participating in activities such as spelling words out loud, games using letter patterns or hotel check-in scenarios, for example, d-e-w-i
- Elaboration imitating modelled phrases and sentences using the Indonesian rhythm and intonation, for example, Terima kasih. Saya membaca buku. Saya naik becak ke sekolah.
- Elaboration recognising the distinctive sounds and sound combinations of Indonesian, for example, namanya, mau, baik, umur, tinggal, membaca
- Elaboration recognising intonation for questions (with or without question words), statements, commands and interjections, for example, Wah! Aduh! Oh begitu! Sudah makan? Sudah makan.
- Elaboration reading out loud to develop correct pronunciation, intonation, rhythm and stress
They demonstrate understanding that Indonesian has conventions and rules for non-verbal, spoken and written communication.
Content descriptorAC9LIN8EU02 Understanding language and culture
develop knowledge of, and use structures and features of, the Indonesian grammatical and writing systems to understand and create spoken, written and multimodal texts
Elaborations (17)
- Elaboration using subject+verb+object modelled sentence structures, for example, Saya belajar bahasa Indonesia
- Elaboration applying correct word order for possessive pronouns, such as saya/aku/ku, Anda/kamu/mu, dia/nya, mereka for example, nama saya…, pena dia…
- Elaboration beginning sentences using the demonstratives ini/itu, for example, Ini buku saya. Itu temannya.
- Elaboration using correct word order noun+adjectives to describe qualities of nouns, such as people, objects and places, for example, komputer baru, sepatu bagus, anjing besar
- Elaboration using interrogatives, for example, siapa, apa, bagaimana, berapa, dari mana, di mana, ke mana, apakah, kapan, jam berapa?
- Elaboration negating using tidak, bukan and belum, for example, Sudah siap? Belum. Saya tidak punya buku. Mereka bukan teman saya.
- Elaboration using cardinal numbers to count – puluh, belas, ratus, ribu, juta; using ordinal numbers to sequence order, for example, pertama, ke+number
- Elaboration indicating quantity using plurals, for example, tiga buku, banyak buku, buku-buku
- Elaboration linking ideas using conjunctions, for example, dan, karena, tetapi, atau, dengan
- Elaboration using imperatives, for example, Bacalah! Tulisla! Dengarkanlah!
- Elaboration describing simple actions using base word, for example, makan, minum, pulang, pergi, suka, tidur; noticing ber and me verbs
- Elaboration referring to existence/presence/possession, for example, ada, tidak ada; Ibu ada kelas. Dia punya bola. Ada dua lapangan bola basket di sekolah tetapi tidak ada kolam renang.
- Elaboration using prepositions to give directions and information about location, for example, di/ke, dari, di sini, di sana, di atas, di bawah
- Elaboration referring to the present, past and future using time indicators such as hari ini, sekarang, kemarin, sebelum, sesudah, besok
- Elaboration expressing modality, for example, bisa, harus, boleh, mau
- Elaboration comparing qualities, for example, lebih … daripada
- Elaboration using duplication to indicate extended or repeated action, for example, berjalan-jalan, bermalas-malas, duduk-duduk, makan-makan
They comment on aspects of Indonesian and English language structures and features, using metalanguage.
Content descriptorAC9LIN8EU03 Understanding language and culture
compare Indonesian language structures and features with English, using familiar metalanguage
Elaborations (6)
- Elaboration understanding subject+verb+object sentence construction in Indonesian and English, noting word order of nouns and adjective and the absence of the verb ‘to be’
- Elaboration identifying loan words, for example, taksi, om, salam
- Elaboration understanding that Indonesian uses adverbs of time and frequency to indicate tense, whereas English uses verb conjugation, for example sedang, sudah, belum
- Elaboration recognising that both Indonesian and English use prefixes and suffixes to change the meaning of words, for example, me-, ber-, -an, pe-an, -lah
- Elaboration understanding that Indonesian uses classifiers such as kota, pulau and pantai to categorise a place
- Elaboration comparing similarities in key features of Indonesian and English texts such as stories, songs and conversations
They demonstrate awareness that the Indonesian language is connected with culture and identity, and that this is reflected in their own language(s), culture(s) and identity.
Content descriptorAC9LIN8EU04 Understanding language and culture
recognise how identity is shaped by language(s), culture(s), attitudes, beliefs and values
Elaborations (7)
- Elaboration recognising aspects of regional culture in Indonesian texts such as Nama saya Sam Ratulangi. Saya berasal dari Sulawesi. Saya beragama Kristen. Saya berbahasa Bugis dan Indonesia.
- Elaboration being aware that the classroom may have representations of different languages and cultures, for example, Saya orang Larakia. Dia …; Mereka …; Kami …; Kita …
- Elaboration understanding the importance of using cultural gestures appropriately, for example, pointing with your thumb and using your right hand with users of Indonesian
- Elaboration examining, in Indonesian or English, how First Nations Australians’ languages have strong connections to Country/Place locations, and how these can be compared with language variations or dialects across Indonesia
- Elaboration appreciating that elements of Indonesian culture such as gotong royong, halus, sombong, sopan santun are reflected through behaviour and attitudes
- Elaboration researching how cultural expectations for travellers vary across Indonesia, for example, Di candi Borobudur Anda harus memakai rok panjang. Jangan berenang dengan baju renang yang berwarna hijau di pantai Parangtritis.
- Elaboration listening to songs and acknowledging how aspects of language, culture, attitudes, beliefs and values are represented, for example, Salam; Jogja Love Story
This achievement standard describes the expected learning for Years 7 to 8 Indonesian · Years 7 to 10 sequence. Use it to plan teaching and assessment with the Australian Curriculum v9.
At a Glance
| Strand | Substrand | CDs | Elaborations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Communicating meaning in Indonesian | Interacting in Indonesian | 3 | 21 |
| Communicating meaning in Indonesian | Mediating meaning in and between languages | 2 | 19 |
| Communicating meaning in Indonesian | Creating text in Indonesian | 1 | 11 |
| Understanding language and culture | Understanding systems of language | 3 | 29 |
| Understanding language and culture | Understanding the interrelationship of language and culture | 1 | 7 |
| Total | 10 | 87 | |
Frequently Asked Questions
What should students know by the end of Years 7 to 8 Indonesian?
By the end of Year 8, students use Indonesian language to interact and collaborate with others, and to share information and plan activities in familiar contexts. They respond to others’ contributions, and recognise familiar gestures, questions and instructions in exchanges. Read the full standard
How many Content Descriptors support this standard?
10 Content Descriptors support this Achievement Standard (Communicating meaning in Indonesian: 6, Understanding language and culture: 4).
Is this from the latest Australian Curriculum?
Yes, this Achievement Standard is from the Australian Curriculum version 9.0 (AC v9), the most current version published by ACARA.