Years 7 to 8
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ASLANKORF10Y78
Years 7 to 8 Korean Achievement Standard
9 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 initiate and maintain interactions in Korean language in familiar and some unfamiliar contexts related to a range of interests and experiences. They use Korean to collaborate and problem-solve, and adjust language in response to others. They interpret information, ideas and opinions in texts. They demonstrate understanding of similarities and differences between languages, in both familiar and some unfamiliar cultural contexts, by adjusting and reorganising responses. They select and use vocabulary, sentence structures and expressions to create texts.
Students apply the conventions of spoken Korean to develop fluency. They demonstrate understanding that spoken, written and multimodal texts use different language conventions, structures and features to convey meaning. They comment on structures and features of Korean text, using metalanguage. They reflect on how the Korean language, culture and identity are interconnected, and compare this with their own language(s), culture(s) and identity.
Foundation to Year 10 sequence
The 9 achievement standard statements
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By the end of Year 8, students initiate and maintain interactions in Korean language in familiar and some unfamiliar contexts related to a range of interests and experiences.
Content descriptorAC9LK8C01 Communicating meaning in Korean
initiate and sustain exchanges in familiar and some unfamiliar contexts related to students’ experiences, feelings and views, adjusting their language in response to others
Elaborations (7)
- Elaboration communicating with Korean-speaking peers using secure digital tools and with minimal scaffolding, sharing information or ideas about social, cultural or environmental issues, for example, 한국에서 보통 쓰레기를 어떻게 버려요?, 한국 학생들은 주말에 보통 뭐 해요? 왜 그래요?
- Elaboration initiating and developing conversations by using questions, for example, 지금 뭐 해요?, 어디에 가요?, 뭐 하러 가요?, 시간이 있을 때 뭐 해요?, 무슨 뜻이에요?
- Elaboration describing hopes, feelings and personal plans with reasons or background information, for example, 한국에 가면 좋겠어요, 가족하고 여행을 할 거예요. 재미있을 것 같아요, 숙제를 다 해서 다행이에요.
- Elaboration using communication strategies such as active listening skills and interjections, for example, using 어, 음, 저, and exclamations such as 어머나!, 아이고! 진짜!, and deciding when it is appropriate to use
- Elaboration providing opinions and details about topics such as family, friends, teachers, subjects, entertainment, sport, leisure and travelling, for example, 한국어가 재미있어요. 왜냐하면 …, 한국어가 과학적이니까 배우기가 쉬워요
- Elaboration recounting significant events, special occasions and milestones using language level appropriate to audience, for example, 지난 주말에 학교 캠프에 갔어요 when speaking to a teacher versus 지난 주말에 학교 캠프에 갔어 when speaking to a friend
- Elaboration experimenting with Korean gestures and body language, and considering when it is appropriate to use them, for example, beckoning downwards to signal others to come
They use Korean to collaborate and problem-solve, and adjust language in response to others.
Content descriptorAC9LK8C02 Communicating meaning in Korean
collaborate in activities that involve the language of transaction, negotiation and problem-solving to plan projects and events
Elaborations (8)
- Elaboration promoting awareness of a particular issue such as an event or behaviour, as a class, for example, creating posters for the school community or a blog or advertisement about recycling, conservation, sustainability, nutrition, sport and fitness options
- Elaboration creating a dialogue or simulating transactions and negotiations such as purchasing food or clothing, for example, 이 모자가 얼마예요? 조금 작아요. 더 큰 모자를 보여 주세요.
- Elaboration making plans and decisions with others, such as arranging a birthday party or class excursion, including agreeing or disagreeing with others’ opinions or suggestions, for example, 제 파티에 올 수 있어요?, 파티에서 뭐 할까요?, 좋은 생각이에요, 글쎄요, –하면 어때요?
- Elaboration seeking and offering opinions in collaborative decision-making in class activities such as playing 윷놀이 and discussing or negotiating how to play the game, for example, 어떻게 할까요?, 말을 세 칸 움직여요/옮겨요, 앞으로/뒤로 가요
- Elaboration asking for, giving and following directions to real or virtual locations, for example, 병원에 어떻게 가요?, 쭉/곧장/왼쪽/오른쪽으로 가세요, 버스를 타고가세요, 어떻게 가면 제일 좋아요?, 버스를 타면 제일 싸요
- Elaboration using communication strategies such as asking for clarification or repetition and giving feedback to indicate concession/acceptance/satisfaction, for example, 다음 주부터 방학이지요?, 다시 말해 주세요, 괜찮아요
- Elaboration expressing and inviting preferences for plans such as putting on a 사물놀이 performance, comparing and contrasting alternatives, for example, 사물놀이를 할 거예요. 그런데 꽹과리가 없어요. 어떻게 해요? …, 저는 금요일에 소풍 가는 것이 더 좋아요, 금요일에 못 가면 …
- Elaboration responding to invitations by accepting, declining and giving excuses, for example, 초대해 줘서 고마워요, 네, 참석하겠어요,다른 약속이 있어서 못 가요. 미안해요
They interpret information, ideas and opinions in texts.
Content descriptorAC9LK8C03 Communicating meaning in Korean
interpret information, ideas and opinions in a range of spoken, written and multimodal texts, and respond appropriately to cultural context, purpose and audience
Elaborations (7)
- Elaboration comparing details from a range of texts about special occasions and ceremonies, and discussing culture-specific terms and representations
- Elaboration analysing and summarising information from texts, using tools such as tables, concept maps and charts to organise and order information and inform others of findings
- Elaboration classifying information gathered from different print and digital sources and creating flow charts, tabulations, posters or cartoons to be used in advertisements, notices and instructions, in print and digital formats
- Elaboration listening to, reading or viewing First Nations Australian authors’ stories in English and responding to them in spoken or written Korean
- Elaboration listening to, reading or watching texts about issues that concern young people, such as recycling, fashion or technology, and presenting the information to a specific audience
- Elaboration stating personal preferences about characters, attitudes and events in texts, using set phrases such as 제가 가장 좋아하는/싫어하는 캐릭터는 …, 제 생각에 …, including spoken and written comments on reactions, for example, 그 친구는 농담을 잘해요, 그래서 재미있어요
- Elaboration gathering facts, independently or collaboratively, about events or people by accessing simple texts from sources such as magazines, interviews, announcements and websites, and reporting information to others , for example, drawing a timeline to show a sequence of events or to profile a famous Korean person
Content descriptorAC9LK8C04 Communicating meaning in Korean
interpret and adjust non-verbal, spoken and written language to convey meaning in Korean language in familiar and some unfamiliar cultural contexts
Elaborations (6)
- Elaboration making appropriate language choices with awareness of social situations such as using 선생님 to address a person older than themselves respectfully, and limited use of second- and third-person pronouns 너/당신 and 그/그녀 to refer to others
- Elaboration identifying culture-specific words and expressions such as 세배하다, 성묘하다, 추석, 새해 복 많이 받으세요, 수고했어요 when translating texts, choosing ‘best fit’ words or omitting words where necessary
- Elaboration translating existing texts or texts produced by self and others into Korean and English, using and evaluating translation resources such as online translation tools and print or online dictionaries
- Elaboration paraphrasing or annotating words or expressions where equivalence is not possible, discussing their original meanings and how to convey them, for example, 정들었어요, ‘mufti day’, 답답해요, 눈치가 없어요, 애교, 어이없어
- Elaboration comparing different versions of translations, reflecting on the differences in translation of the same text and identifying possible reasons for differences
- Elaboration investigating and comparing the original and new uses of loan words that have been incorporated into the Korean language, for example, 아이돌, 미팅, 다이어트
They demonstrate understanding of similarities and differences between languages, in both familiar and some unfamiliar cultural contexts, by adjusting and reorganising responses.
Content descriptorAC9LK8C04 Communicating meaning in Korean
interpret and adjust non-verbal, spoken and written language to convey meaning in Korean language in familiar and some unfamiliar cultural contexts
Elaborations (6)
- Elaboration making appropriate language choices with awareness of social situations such as using 선생님 to address a person older than themselves respectfully, and limited use of second- and third-person pronouns 너/당신 and 그/그녀 to refer to others
- Elaboration identifying culture-specific words and expressions such as 세배하다, 성묘하다, 추석, 새해 복 많이 받으세요, 수고했어요 when translating texts, choosing ‘best fit’ words or omitting words where necessary
- Elaboration translating existing texts or texts produced by self and others into Korean and English, using and evaluating translation resources such as online translation tools and print or online dictionaries
- Elaboration paraphrasing or annotating words or expressions where equivalence is not possible, discussing their original meanings and how to convey them, for example, 정들었어요, ‘mufti day’, 답답해요, 눈치가 없어요, 애교, 어이없어
- Elaboration comparing different versions of translations, reflecting on the differences in translation of the same text and identifying possible reasons for differences
- Elaboration investigating and comparing the original and new uses of loan words that have been incorporated into the Korean language, for example, 아이돌, 미팅, 다이어트
They select and use vocabulary, sentence structures and expressions to create texts.
Content descriptorAC9LK8C05 Communicating meaning in Korean
create and present spoken, written and multimodal, informative and imaginative texts for specific purposes, selecting vocabulary, expressions, grammatical structures, features and conventions appropriate to text type and context
Elaborations (9)
- Elaboration organising information for a Korean audience, for example, creating a presentation or a video recording to explain sport and leisure activities such as 크리켓, 넷볼, 풋볼, or a cooking demonstration
- Elaboration creating texts such as notices, brochures and posters to inform others about issues and upcoming events, for example, social and cultural events or environmental issues
- Elaboration expressing personal opinions about ideas in Korean texts such as stories, films, paintings, songs or video clips, for example, –이/가/은/는 착한 사람인 것 같아요, 이/그 노래가 정말 아름다워요/슬퍼요/신나요
- Elaboration creating a print or digital poster in Korean to promote travel to a significant cultural location on a First Nations Country/Place, including what to see and do
- Elaboration using some modelled language and secure digital tools to create a slideshow with audio about a planned or past experience such as a school camp, a holiday or concert, or playing a new computer game
- Elaboration creating stories with self as the main character in imaginative settings in the past, future or virtual reality, incorporating communicative styles and social behaviours observed in Korean texts, for example, 저는 화성에서 왔어요, 지구에 정들었어요, including visual elements where appropriate
- Elaboration producing performances to present real or imaginative stories, for example, role-plays, skits, songs, using expressive language for sounds, shapes and movements, 똑똑, 첨벙첨벙, 땡땡땡 …
- Elaboration creating alternative versions of stories, such as a Korean tale or a film script, with a new character or an altered ending
- Elaboration designing a plan for an ideal home or town, incorporating Korean features into the plan and writing or presenting an accompanying explanation, for example, 이것은 한국의 온돌이에요. 여기는 온돌방이에요. 여기 온돌방 안에 밥상이 있어요
Students apply the conventions of spoken Korean to develop fluency.
Content descriptorAC9LK8U01 Understanding language and culture
apply knowledge of conventions of spoken Korean to enhance fluency, and to respond to and create texts in familiar and some unfamiliar contexts
Elaborations (5)
- Elaboration pronouncing assimilated consonants correctly, for example, 학년 [항년], 육년 [융년], 국물 [궁물], 설날 [설랄], 좋다 [조타]
- Elaboration pronouncing syllable blocks in a word, making appropriate changes to the sounds on syllable boundaries according to pronunciation rules, for example, 먹고 [먹꼬], 어떻게 [어떠케]
- Elaboration recognising and using stress patterns appropriately to convey the intended meanings, for example, 어제 떡볶이를 처음 먹었는데 정말 맛있었어 to separate clauses by stressing the conjunction word, “어디가 아파요?” to mean “Where does it hurt?”, “어디가 아파요?” to mean “Are you unwell?”
- Elaboration carrying over final syllables according to pronunciation rules, for example, 옷이 [오시], 독일 [도길]
- Elaboration adjusting the pronunciation of ㄷ to ㅈ and ㅌ to ㅊ when followed by 이, for example, 같이 [가치], 끝이 [끄치], 굳이 [구지], 해돋이 [해도지]
They demonstrate understanding that spoken, written and multimodal texts use different language conventions, structures and features to convey meaning.
Content descriptorAC9LK8U02 Understanding language and culture
apply understanding of grammatical structures and expressions to compose and respond to texts
Elaborations (14)
- Elaboration using spacing rules to communicate intended meaning in written Korean, for example, 친구가 방에 있어요 to mean “My friend is in the room” versus 친구 가방에 있어요 to mean “It’s in my friend’s bag”
- Elaboration extending responses by using descriptive verbs to modify nouns, for example, 예쁜 꽃을 보고 싶어요, 맑은 물을 마시고 싶어요
- Elaboration expressing suggestions, plans and hopes for the future, using structures such as –(으)ㄹ 거예요, –(으)ㄹ까요?, –(으)면 어때요?, –려고 해요, –기로 했어요, –(으)ㄹ 계획이에요
- Elaboration recognising levels of politeness and formality in speech, for example, formal polite 합니다, informal polite 해요, casual 해, formal honorific 하십니다
- Elaboration communicating about other people’s views using indirect speech form –다/(이)라고 하다
- Elaboration extending knowledge of particles to include –한테/에게, –한테서/에게서, –(으)로 (instrumental and directional), –보다 (더), –와/과, –만, –부터 and –까지, including honorific particles, –께, –께서, –께서는
- Elaboration asking and answering negative questions, for example, 공부를 했어요? / 아니요, 안 했어요/하지 않았어요/하지 못했어요
- Elaboration identifying and using basic onomatopoeic and mimetic expressions in Korean, for example, 문을 똑똑 두드려요, 비가 주룩주룩 와요, and translating such words, providing additional explanations to make meanings closer to the original
- Elaboration communicating reasons or purposes of things by using nominalisation in set phrases, for example, –기 때문에, –기 위해(서)
- Elaboration recognising and expressing how likely something is, using expressions that show intention and probability, for example, –겠어요 “I intend to …”, versus –(으)ㄹ 것 같아요 “It seems likely that …”
- Elaboration extending responses by linking ideas and sequences using clausal connectives such as –어/아서, –고, –(으)면, –지만, –거나
- Elaboration extending their responses by using auxiliary verbs to express requests, trying new things and prohibition, such as –어/아 주다, –어/아 보다, –지 말다 with an –어/아요 ending, for example, 읽어 주세요, 입어 보세요, 쓰지 마세요.
- Elaboration extending their responses by using auxiliary verbs to express obligations and demands, and to ask or give permission, such as –어/아야 하다, –어/아도 되다, with the informal polite ending –아/어요, for example, 가야 해요, 먹어도 돼요.
- Elaboration understanding and applying the rules for using some irregular verbs such as 써요 (쓰다), 들어요 (듣다), 불러요 (부르다), 더워요 (덥다), 추워요 (춥다), 아름다워요 (아름답다)
They comment on structures and features of Korean text, using metalanguage.
Content descriptorAC9LK8U03 Understanding language and culture
reflect on similarities and differences between Korean and English language structures and features, using metalanguage
Elaborations (7)
- Elaboration analysing forms, features and purposes of texts, such as how texts are organised in terms of layout, sequencing of ideas, headings and stylistic devices
- Elaboration identifying linguistic/textual features used in specific text types, for example, different degrees of formality and flexibility expressed in conversations, speeches, letters, emails and text messages
- Elaboration recognising how language use, such as the level of politeness, reflects the intention of the speaker or author and impacts on the development of relationships, for example, switching from a polite style to a casual style, 저를 좋아해요?, 나 좋아해?
- Elaboration reflecting on ways people, places and experiences are expressed in imaginative texts, and comparing them with those expressed in own and peers’ work and in the work of artists or authors encountered in other learning areas, such as the arts, English or history, for example, 아리랑, Waltzing Matilda
- Elaboration comparing contemporary Korean and Australian music popular among young people by listening to music, viewing video clips, reading print or online music magazines and identifying similarities and differences in expressions, themes and styles of performance
- Elaboration experimenting with language appropriate to specific text types in print or digital media, such as descriptive language in documentaries, reflective language in diaries and journal entries, and persuasive language in advertisements
- Elaboration comparing language structures in Korean and English and how these are used to create affinity or distance, for example, the use of 반말 or colloquial language
They reflect on how the Korean language, culture and identity are interconnected, and compare this with their own language(s), culture(s) and identity.
Content descriptorAC9LK8U04 Understanding language and culture
reflect on and explain how identity is shaped by language(s), culture(s), attitudes, beliefs and values
Elaborations (9)
- Elaboration sharing and comparing cultural and intercultural experiences and language capabilities, face-to-face and in a secure online environment, and exchanging views on the benefits of speaking more than one language, such as having a larger vocabulary to draw on, new insights and perspectives, and opportunities for new experiences
- Elaboration reflecting on culturally appropriate body language, for example, noting how own cultural etiquette and behaviour may be interpreted when interacting with speakers of Korean, noticing own body language and modifying gestures such as beckoning with the palm facing upwards, and making or avoiding eye contact depending on the social context
- Elaboration identifying elements of successful intercultural communication when using Korean or other languages, such as awareness of differences, flexibility, and respect for other perspectives and traditions
- Elaboration examining, in Korean or English, how First Nations Australians’ languages have strong connections to Country/Place locations, and how these can be compared to language variations across Korean-speaking communities
- Elaboration recognising the importance of the invention of hangeul as a writing system suitable for Korean oral language, and discussing the role of script in aspects of culture and everyday life
- Elaboration exploring how globalisation has accelerated the use of English words and expressions in spoken and written Korean language, and discussing the advantages/disadvantages of these influences on languages, for example, technological terminology 인터넷, 키워드, or mixing Korean and English as lyrics in contemporary Korean music
- Elaboration discussing attitudes towards diversity, including the use of stereotypes and generalisations, and considering how these affect communication
- Elaboration investigating and using language associated with significant cultural practices and events or celebrations, for example, 열두띠, 선후배 관계, 한복, 돌잔치
- Elaboration reflecting on own cultural identities and how they are expressed differently in settings such as home, school and other social domains, and considering how these might be interpreted and responded to by people from different cultures
This achievement standard describes the expected learning for Years 7 to 8 Korean · Foundation to Year 10 sequence. Use it to plan teaching and assessment with the Australian Curriculum v9.
At a Glance
| Strand | Substrand | CDs | Elaborations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Communicating meaning in Korean | Interacting in Korean | 2 | 15 |
| Communicating meaning in Korean | Mediating meaning in and between languages | 2 | 13 |
| Communicating meaning in Korean | Creating text in Korean | 1 | 9 |
| Understanding language and culture | Understanding systems of language | 3 | 26 |
| Understanding language and culture | Understanding the interrelationship of language and culture | 1 | 9 |
| Total | 9 | 72 | |
Frequently Asked Questions
What should students know by the end of Years 7 to 8 Korean?
By the end of Year 8, students initiate and maintain interactions in Korean language in familiar and some unfamiliar contexts related to a range of interests and experiences. They use Korean to collaborate and problem-solve, and adjust language in response to others. Read the full standard
How many Content Descriptors support this standard?
9 Content Descriptors support this Achievement Standard (Communicating meaning in Korean: 5, Understanding language and culture: 4).
How does this compare to Years 5 to 6?
The Years 5 to 6 Korean standard (ASLANKORF10Y56) covers the preceding curriculum level. Standards build progressively, with Years 7 to 8 expectations extending what was introduced in Years 5 to 6.
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.