Years 9 to 10
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Years 9 to 10 Modern Greek Achievement Standard
11 statements aligned to content descriptors and elaborations
Achievement standard (as ACARA publishes it)
Achievement standard
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By the end of Year 10, students contribute to and extend interactions in Greek language in increasingly unfamiliar contexts related to a wide range of interests and issues. They interpret texts by evaluating and synthesising information, ideas and perspectives. They show understanding of how features of language can be used to influence audience response. They create texts, selecting and manipulating language for a range of contexts, purposes and audiences. They apply and use complex sentences and structures to create and respond to spoken and written texts. They use a variety of tenses to sequence events and use language devices to enhance meaning and cohesion.
Students incorporate the features and conventions of spoken Greek to extend fluency. They demonstrate understanding of the conventions of spoken and written texts and the connections between them. They apply knowledge of language structures and features to make and predict meaning. They support analysis of Greek texts, using metalanguage. They reflect on their own cultural perspectives and identity, and draw on their experience of learning Greek, to evaluate how this learning influences their ideas and ways of communicating.
Foundation to Year 10 sequence
The 11 achievement standard statements
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By the end of Year 10, students contribute to and extend interactions in Greek language in increasingly unfamiliar contexts related to a wide range of interests and issues.
Content descriptorAC9LMG10C01 Communicating meaning in Greek
initiate, sustain and extend exchanges in familiar and unfamiliar contexts related to students’ own and others’ experiences of the world, adjusting their language in response to others
Elaborations (5)
- Elaboration sustaining interactions with others by acknowledging, asking for repetition or clarification or questioning further, for example, Συγγνώμη, δεν καταλαβαίνω. Τι είπατε; Μπορείτε να το επαναλάβετε, σας παρακαλώ; and responding appropriately, for example, όπως έλεγα πριν, σίγουρα ...
- Elaboration interviewing peers to extract information and evaluate views about aspects of life such as school, future aspirations and relationships, and discussing the major themes and concerns that emerge, for example, Τι γνώμη έχετε για τη σχολική στολή; Τι θέλεις να κάνεις όταν τελειώσεις το σχολείο; Ποιες είναι οι φιλοδοξίες σου για το μέλλον;
- Elaboration sharing opinions with peers about events and interests, and incorporating language to express emotions and responses such as approval, gratitude, regret and appreciation, for example, Ωραία! Σε/σας ευχαριστώ, Λυπάμαι / δυστυχώς, Δεν μπορώ, Σύμφωνοι, Ποια είναι η γνώμη σου για το θέμα αυτό;
- Elaboration exchanging information with peers, in Greek-speaking contexts such as emails or secure discussion forums, about aspects of school, youth lifestyle and social issues, using comparisons when expressing thoughts and ideas, for example, Τι κάνεις τον ελεύθερο χρόνο σου; Πόσο διαρκούν οι διακοπές σας; Πιστεύεις ότι είναι καλύτερα να ... Πώς διασκεδάζουν οι νέοι; Θέλω να πάω διακοπές, Πού θα πας το Σάββατο;
- Elaboration interacting in role-plays relating to travel and what to do in certain situations, such as dealing with lost property, asking for directions, asking about transport, asking for recommendations, complaining about services, for example, Έχασα το κινητό μου. Μπορείτε να με βοηθήσετε σας παρακαλώ; Πού μπορούμε να βρούμε καλή μπουγάτσα; Πού είναι ο σταθμός των τρένων;
Content descriptorAC9LMG10C02 Communicating meaning in Greek
contribute to discussions that involve diverse views to negotiate outcomes, address issues and compare experiences
Elaborations (7)
- Elaboration organising real or simulated forums, presentations or speeches to raise awareness of environmental, social or ethical issues, for example, υπερθέρμανση του πλανήτη, βιώσιμη ανάπτυξη, προκαταλήψεις, διακρίσεις, ρατσισμός
- Elaboration contributing opinions and suggestions during shared problem-solving tasks, for example, in resolving a disagreement about a planned activity, for example, Η πτήση ακυρώθηκε και πρέπει να αλλάξουμε τα σχέδιά μας, Δεν είμαι απόλυτα σίγουρος, αλλά επειδή δεν έχουμε πλέον καιρό, θα πρέπει να συμφωνήσω
- Elaboration organising and participating in activities such as visiting a buddy class or another school, and developing a classroom journal to document examples of language used in particular contexts, for example, Τώρα είναι η σειρά της ..., Μπορώ να έχω την προσοχή σας, σας παρακαλώ; Ησυχία σας παρακαλώ.
- Elaboration accepting or declining offers, requests and invitations, for example, inviting peers to attend a celebration or party, Θέλεις να πάμε στη θάλασσα; Ευχαριστώ πολύ που με καλέσατε, αλλά έχω πολλή δουλειά. Σας βολεύει να συναντηθούμε αύριο.
- Elaboration planning events and making decisions with peers, for example, choosing a venue for an event, expressing preferences and asking questions to clarify intentions, fΠότε θα γίνει ο χορός μας; Προτιμώ να γίνει μετά τις διακοπές. Μήπως πρέπει να καλέσουμε και τον διευθυντή;
- Elaboration comparing experiences and challenges in shared activities, and expressing own opinions, such as agreement or disagreement with others, for example, Διαφωνώ/συμφωνώ με τον/την, πολύ σωστά, αντίθετα ... δεν είναι έτσι
- Elaboration managing interactions with peers in class activities such as games or events, by taking turns or different roles, giving encouragement and praise, considering and commenting on the contributions and views of others, for example, συγχαρητήρια, καλή ιδέα, Μπράβο σου, Ήσουν καλός/η, Τέλεια, Σειρά σου τώρα, Ας ανταλλάξουμε ρόλους
They interpret texts by evaluating and synthesising information, ideas and perspectives.
Content descriptorAC9LMG10C02 Communicating meaning in Greek
contribute to discussions that involve diverse views to negotiate outcomes, address issues and compare experiences
Elaborations (7)
- Elaboration organising real or simulated forums, presentations or speeches to raise awareness of environmental, social or ethical issues, for example, υπερθέρμανση του πλανήτη, βιώσιμη ανάπτυξη, προκαταλήψεις, διακρίσεις, ρατσισμός
- Elaboration contributing opinions and suggestions during shared problem-solving tasks, for example, in resolving a disagreement about a planned activity, for example, Η πτήση ακυρώθηκε και πρέπει να αλλάξουμε τα σχέδιά μας, Δεν είμαι απόλυτα σίγουρος, αλλά επειδή δεν έχουμε πλέον καιρό, θα πρέπει να συμφωνήσω
- Elaboration organising and participating in activities such as visiting a buddy class or another school, and developing a classroom journal to document examples of language used in particular contexts, for example, Τώρα είναι η σειρά της ..., Μπορώ να έχω την προσοχή σας, σας παρακαλώ; Ησυχία σας παρακαλώ.
- Elaboration accepting or declining offers, requests and invitations, for example, inviting peers to attend a celebration or party, Θέλεις να πάμε στη θάλασσα; Ευχαριστώ πολύ που με καλέσατε, αλλά έχω πολλή δουλειά. Σας βολεύει να συναντηθούμε αύριο.
- Elaboration planning events and making decisions with peers, for example, choosing a venue for an event, expressing preferences and asking questions to clarify intentions, fΠότε θα γίνει ο χορός μας; Προτιμώ να γίνει μετά τις διακοπές. Μήπως πρέπει να καλέσουμε και τον διευθυντή;
- Elaboration comparing experiences and challenges in shared activities, and expressing own opinions, such as agreement or disagreement with others, for example, Διαφωνώ/συμφωνώ με τον/την, πολύ σωστά, αντίθετα ... δεν είναι έτσι
- Elaboration managing interactions with peers in class activities such as games or events, by taking turns or different roles, giving encouragement and praise, considering and commenting on the contributions and views of others, for example, συγχαρητήρια, καλή ιδέα, Μπράβο σου, Ήσουν καλός/η, Τέλεια, Σειρά σου τώρα, Ας ανταλλάξουμε ρόλους
Content descriptorAC9LMG10C03 Communicating meaning in Greek
evaluate and synthesise information, ideas and perspectives in a broad range of spoken, written and multimodal texts and respond appropriately to cultural context, purpose and audience
Elaborations (8)
- Elaboration comparing and responding to different perspectives on the same topical issue, for example, climate change, global warming, sustainability, Θα πρέπει να χρησιμοποιούμε περισσότερη ηλιακή ενέργεια για να προστατεύσουμε το περιβάλλον.
- Elaboration extracting information, discussing gist and evaluating main ideas of texts such as a conversation, film or music review, advertisement or article, for example, Η υπόθεση του έργου είναι ..., Ο συγγραφέας προσπαθεί να μας δείξει ..., Ο νέος δίσκος του τραγουδιστή … είναι υπέροχος …
- Elaboration locating and researching information from reliable sources to inform decisions by weighing up options and making an 'advantages and disadvantages' table about a range of activities, for example, the best time of year to visit Greece, a city that may best suit them for an exchange, Δε μου αρέσει το κρύο, γι'αυτό καλύτερα να πάω στην Ελλάδα το καλοκαίρι. Μου αρέσει πολύ η ιστορία της Ελλάδας, γι'αυτό προτιμώ να επισκεφτώ την Αθήνα.
- Elaboration listening to or reading First Nations Australians' stories in English, and creating a profile of them in Greek
- Elaboration synthesising information by combining ideas from a range of sources in order to group and present ideas, themes and issues in a logical manner, for example, Δεν επιτρέπονται τα κινητά τηλέφωνα στο σχολείο., Η διάρκεια της σχολικής ημέρας πρέπει να μειωθεί.
- Elaboration discussing how mood is created, and narrative and characters developed, through language and expression, language choice, use of metaphors, humour, suspense, surprise, and experimenting with these elements in their own texts
- Elaboration reading, viewing or listening to extracts from expressive Greek contemporary texts such as songs, signs, poems, dance, street art or musical performances, identifying elements that reflect the culture or experience of Greek communities, and common themes, for example, analysing tourist promotion videos
- Elaboration analysing published accounts of an event such as a sports match, a concert or festival, and reporting back results and highlights, for example, Η Εθνική ομάδα της Ελλάδας κέρδισε την Ισπανία στο ποδόσφαιρο 2-0. Η συναυλία της … είναι αύριο το απόγευμα.
They show understanding of how features of language can be used to influence audience response.
Content descriptorAC9LMG10C03 Communicating meaning in Greek
evaluate and synthesise information, ideas and perspectives in a broad range of spoken, written and multimodal texts and respond appropriately to cultural context, purpose and audience
Elaborations (8)
- Elaboration comparing and responding to different perspectives on the same topical issue, for example, climate change, global warming, sustainability, Θα πρέπει να χρησιμοποιούμε περισσότερη ηλιακή ενέργεια για να προστατεύσουμε το περιβάλλον.
- Elaboration extracting information, discussing gist and evaluating main ideas of texts such as a conversation, film or music review, advertisement or article, for example, Η υπόθεση του έργου είναι ..., Ο συγγραφέας προσπαθεί να μας δείξει ..., Ο νέος δίσκος του τραγουδιστή … είναι υπέροχος …
- Elaboration locating and researching information from reliable sources to inform decisions by weighing up options and making an 'advantages and disadvantages' table about a range of activities, for example, the best time of year to visit Greece, a city that may best suit them for an exchange, Δε μου αρέσει το κρύο, γι'αυτό καλύτερα να πάω στην Ελλάδα το καλοκαίρι. Μου αρέσει πολύ η ιστορία της Ελλάδας, γι'αυτό προτιμώ να επισκεφτώ την Αθήνα.
- Elaboration listening to or reading First Nations Australians' stories in English, and creating a profile of them in Greek
- Elaboration synthesising information by combining ideas from a range of sources in order to group and present ideas, themes and issues in a logical manner, for example, Δεν επιτρέπονται τα κινητά τηλέφωνα στο σχολείο., Η διάρκεια της σχολικής ημέρας πρέπει να μειωθεί.
- Elaboration discussing how mood is created, and narrative and characters developed, through language and expression, language choice, use of metaphors, humour, suspense, surprise, and experimenting with these elements in their own texts
- Elaboration reading, viewing or listening to extracts from expressive Greek contemporary texts such as songs, signs, poems, dance, street art or musical performances, identifying elements that reflect the culture or experience of Greek communities, and common themes, for example, analysing tourist promotion videos
- Elaboration analysing published accounts of an event such as a sports match, a concert or festival, and reporting back results and highlights, for example, Η Εθνική ομάδα της Ελλάδας κέρδισε την Ισπανία στο ποδόσφαιρο 2-0. Η συναυλία της … είναι αύριο το απόγευμα.
Content descriptorAC9LMG10C04 Communicating meaning in Greek
interpret and translate non-verbal, spoken and written interactions and texts to convey meaning and intercultural understanding in familiar and unfamiliar contexts
Elaborations (8)
- Elaboration translating, analysing and explaining expressions and idioms encountered in Greek texts, finding ways to convey the meaning and cultural significance, for example, Φαγητά της ώρας, Τα έκανα θάλασσα
- Elaboration translating texts such as short video clips, posters, advertisements, signs and symbols, and explaining cultural aspects using subtitles, captions, gestures and commentaries
- Elaboration translating stories for others, analysing how words can have different meanings when used in different ways in a sentence and explaining the differences to others, for example, using Πώς πας στο σχολείο; Με λεωφορείο, Πώς πας σήμερα Ανδρέα; Τι κάνεις; Πώς πας με την εργασία σου; Προχωράς, δυσκολεύεσαι; Γεια σου can be hello, goodbye, cheers, bless you
- Elaboration breaking down texts to identify and evaluate cultural elements and influences, for example, proverbs and sayings Στου κουφού την πόρτα όσο θέλεις βρόντα, Ας τα λέμε καλά, Τα πολλά λόγια είναι φτώχεια
- Elaboration reflecting on how meaning can be misinterpreted in intercultural interactions, by sharing experiences of miscommunication and strategies to deal with misunderstanding, for example, understanding the use of Greek imperative speech, Έλα, κάνε, δώσε
- Elaboration creating bilingual texts that present aspects of culture(s) and way of life in Australia for Greek-speaking students and parents, such as a brochure or digital display about Australian national holidays, animals, food, sporting rules, for example, Australian rules football
- Elaboration using, comparing and evaluating online translators for accuracy, efficiency, reliability and discussing the risks of relying on them
- Elaboration reflecting on the difficulty of achieving equivalence in translations of creative texts such as poems and songs, and discussing words and phrases that require particular elaboration or explanation, for example, Σα βγεις στον πηγαιμό για την Ιθάκη,να εύχεσαι να ’ναι μακρύς ο δρόμος, from the poem ‘Ithaka’ by C. P. Cavafy
They create texts, selecting and manipulating language for a range of contexts, purposes and audiences.
Content descriptorAC9LMG10C05 Communicating meaning in Greek
create and present informative and imaginative texts for diverse contexts and purposes, selecting vocabulary, expressions, grammatical structures and a range of features and conventions to engage different audiences
Elaborations (10)
- Elaboration creating graphical representations of data or information gathered from personal research or overseas trips to share with peers, on features of lifestyle or experiences of Greek-speaking youth, for example, educational opportunities, outdoor and sporting activities across the seasons, or a typical weekend for a teenager
- Elaboration writing and/or presenting an autobiographical account to share with others describing key milestones in own life, for example, a significant birthday, an overseas trip, a religious ceremony, a sporting event, music concert, applying for a learner’s permit
- Elaboration presenting texts on a range of topics to inform others, such as a menu for a restaurant, a magazine article about an event or concert, or a travel brochure promoting a local region or product, for example, μέλι, φρούτα, κρέας, γαλακτοκομικά προϊόντα, explaining cultural references, and using techniques and effects such as images, music and colour
- Elaboration writing a journal entry, or contributing to a school newsletter in Greek reflecting on the impact of a visit to a significant cultural location on a First Nations Country/Place, and, with permission, referring to cultural knowledge of the site
- Elaboration creating and presenting imaginative texts with various settings, characters and events, for example, animated or adventure stories, songs, games or short films, using a range of devices such as imagery and sound effects, to entertain
- Elaboration creating a journal or diary entry, such as on a secure social media page or a blog, to describe a real or imaginative experience, for example, their first day as an exchange student, Πρώτη μέρα στο σχολείο μου στην Ελλάδα και τα πέρασα καταπληκτικά!
- Elaboration researching travel to a Greek-speaking community and creating a suitable itinerary for the class or others, considering what to pack for the time of year, costs, opening times of attractions, best times to visit places, etc., for example, Προσγειωνόμαστε στην Θεσσαλονίκη την Πέμπτη. Το μουσείο του Παρθενώνα ανοίγει την Παρασκευή το πρωί. Η καλύτερη περίοδος για να επισκεφθείτε την Κύπρο είναι τον Ιούνιο γιατί υπάρχουν λιγότεροι τουρίστες.
- Elaboration composing and performing speeches or dialogues that reference significant celebrations or historical events in Australia or Greek-speaking communities, for example, Anzac Day, Remembrance Day, ορθόδοξο Πάσχα, Η απελευθέρωση της Ελλάδας, Επέτειος του ΟΧΙ, Φεστιβάλ Αθηνών Επιδαύρου, considering why these days are of national and cultural significance
- Elaboration telling or recounting a story to show different perspectives and observations, such as first-, second- and third-person point of view, and using appropriate pronouns, for example, third-person narration, relating the actions of the characters by referring to their names or by pronouns αυτός, αυτή, αυτοί, Νευρίασε γιατί οι συμμαθητές του τον πείραζαν για το άστοχο πέναλτι.
- Elaboration selecting picture cards, cartoons or famous digital images and writing a description from the perspective of different characters in the image, for example, a picture of people on the beach where different things are happening, such as someone sunburnt, playing volleyball, seeing a shark in the water
They apply and use complex sentences and structures to create and respond to spoken and written texts.
Content descriptorAC9LMG10C05 Communicating meaning in Greek
create and present informative and imaginative texts for diverse contexts and purposes, selecting vocabulary, expressions, grammatical structures and a range of features and conventions to engage different audiences
Elaborations (10)
- Elaboration creating graphical representations of data or information gathered from personal research or overseas trips to share with peers, on features of lifestyle or experiences of Greek-speaking youth, for example, educational opportunities, outdoor and sporting activities across the seasons, or a typical weekend for a teenager
- Elaboration writing and/or presenting an autobiographical account to share with others describing key milestones in own life, for example, a significant birthday, an overseas trip, a religious ceremony, a sporting event, music concert, applying for a learner’s permit
- Elaboration presenting texts on a range of topics to inform others, such as a menu for a restaurant, a magazine article about an event or concert, or a travel brochure promoting a local region or product, for example, μέλι, φρούτα, κρέας, γαλακτοκομικά προϊόντα, explaining cultural references, and using techniques and effects such as images, music and colour
- Elaboration writing a journal entry, or contributing to a school newsletter in Greek reflecting on the impact of a visit to a significant cultural location on a First Nations Country/Place, and, with permission, referring to cultural knowledge of the site
- Elaboration creating and presenting imaginative texts with various settings, characters and events, for example, animated or adventure stories, songs, games or short films, using a range of devices such as imagery and sound effects, to entertain
- Elaboration creating a journal or diary entry, such as on a secure social media page or a blog, to describe a real or imaginative experience, for example, their first day as an exchange student, Πρώτη μέρα στο σχολείο μου στην Ελλάδα και τα πέρασα καταπληκτικά!
- Elaboration researching travel to a Greek-speaking community and creating a suitable itinerary for the class or others, considering what to pack for the time of year, costs, opening times of attractions, best times to visit places, etc., for example, Προσγειωνόμαστε στην Θεσσαλονίκη την Πέμπτη. Το μουσείο του Παρθενώνα ανοίγει την Παρασκευή το πρωί. Η καλύτερη περίοδος για να επισκεφθείτε την Κύπρο είναι τον Ιούνιο γιατί υπάρχουν λιγότεροι τουρίστες.
- Elaboration composing and performing speeches or dialogues that reference significant celebrations or historical events in Australia or Greek-speaking communities, for example, Anzac Day, Remembrance Day, ορθόδοξο Πάσχα, Η απελευθέρωση της Ελλάδας, Επέτειος του ΟΧΙ, Φεστιβάλ Αθηνών Επιδαύρου, considering why these days are of national and cultural significance
- Elaboration telling or recounting a story to show different perspectives and observations, such as first-, second- and third-person point of view, and using appropriate pronouns, for example, third-person narration, relating the actions of the characters by referring to their names or by pronouns αυτός, αυτή, αυτοί, Νευρίασε γιατί οι συμμαθητές του τον πείραζαν για το άστοχο πέναλτι.
- Elaboration selecting picture cards, cartoons or famous digital images and writing a description from the perspective of different characters in the image, for example, a picture of people on the beach where different things are happening, such as someone sunburnt, playing volleyball, seeing a shark in the water
They use a variety of tenses to sequence events and use language devices to enhance meaning and cohesion.
Content descriptorAC9LMG10C05 Communicating meaning in Greek
create and present informative and imaginative texts for diverse contexts and purposes, selecting vocabulary, expressions, grammatical structures and a range of features and conventions to engage different audiences
Elaborations (10)
- Elaboration creating graphical representations of data or information gathered from personal research or overseas trips to share with peers, on features of lifestyle or experiences of Greek-speaking youth, for example, educational opportunities, outdoor and sporting activities across the seasons, or a typical weekend for a teenager
- Elaboration writing and/or presenting an autobiographical account to share with others describing key milestones in own life, for example, a significant birthday, an overseas trip, a religious ceremony, a sporting event, music concert, applying for a learner’s permit
- Elaboration presenting texts on a range of topics to inform others, such as a menu for a restaurant, a magazine article about an event or concert, or a travel brochure promoting a local region or product, for example, μέλι, φρούτα, κρέας, γαλακτοκομικά προϊόντα, explaining cultural references, and using techniques and effects such as images, music and colour
- Elaboration writing a journal entry, or contributing to a school newsletter in Greek reflecting on the impact of a visit to a significant cultural location on a First Nations Country/Place, and, with permission, referring to cultural knowledge of the site
- Elaboration creating and presenting imaginative texts with various settings, characters and events, for example, animated or adventure stories, songs, games or short films, using a range of devices such as imagery and sound effects, to entertain
- Elaboration creating a journal or diary entry, such as on a secure social media page or a blog, to describe a real or imaginative experience, for example, their first day as an exchange student, Πρώτη μέρα στο σχολείο μου στην Ελλάδα και τα πέρασα καταπληκτικά!
- Elaboration researching travel to a Greek-speaking community and creating a suitable itinerary for the class or others, considering what to pack for the time of year, costs, opening times of attractions, best times to visit places, etc., for example, Προσγειωνόμαστε στην Θεσσαλονίκη την Πέμπτη. Το μουσείο του Παρθενώνα ανοίγει την Παρασκευή το πρωί. Η καλύτερη περίοδος για να επισκεφθείτε την Κύπρο είναι τον Ιούνιο γιατί υπάρχουν λιγότεροι τουρίστες.
- Elaboration composing and performing speeches or dialogues that reference significant celebrations or historical events in Australia or Greek-speaking communities, for example, Anzac Day, Remembrance Day, ορθόδοξο Πάσχα, Η απελευθέρωση της Ελλάδας, Επέτειος του ΟΧΙ, Φεστιβάλ Αθηνών Επιδαύρου, considering why these days are of national and cultural significance
- Elaboration telling or recounting a story to show different perspectives and observations, such as first-, second- and third-person point of view, and using appropriate pronouns, for example, third-person narration, relating the actions of the characters by referring to their names or by pronouns αυτός, αυτή, αυτοί, Νευρίασε γιατί οι συμμαθητές του τον πείραζαν για το άστοχο πέναλτι.
- Elaboration selecting picture cards, cartoons or famous digital images and writing a description from the perspective of different characters in the image, for example, a picture of people on the beach where different things are happening, such as someone sunburnt, playing volleyball, seeing a shark in the water
Students incorporate the features and conventions of spoken Greek to extend fluency.
Content descriptorAC9LMG10U01 Understanding language and culture
apply features and conventions of spoken Greek to extend fluency in responding to and creating texts in familiar and unfamiliar contexts
Elaborations (9)
- Elaboration recognising that pronunciation, rhythm, intonation and tempo help in making meaning in interactions and applying this knowledge to own communication
- Elaboration applying accent rules with appropriate pronunciation to familiar and unfamiliar words, for example, τσάι, παίχτης, οικόπεδο
- Elaboration applying appropriate pronunciation of ια, ιε, ιο, ιό, ιου with different preceding letters
- Elaboration recognising that the sound ‘I’ is represented by the following letters, depending on the context: I, ι, H, η, Y, υ, Eι, ει, Οι, οι
- Elaboration recognising the different pronunciation of the digraphs/diphthongs, for example, αυ – αυτοκίνητο and αυλή, ευ – ευχαριστώ and ευγενικός, μπ, ντ, γκ, γγ, τσ, τζ
- Elaboration recognising that double letters in Greek, in most cases, have the same sound as single letters, for example, ιππόδρομος, Γιάννηςιππόδρομος, Γιάννης
- Elaboration extending phonic awareness by using and experimenting with sounds and rhythms, for example, γέρος, γερός
- Elaboration reinforcing pronunciation, phrasing and intonation skills by reciting and repeating difficult/unfamiliar words and/or tongue twisters, for example, Ο τζίτζιρας ο μίτζιρας ο τζιτζιμιτζιχότζιρας, ανέβηκε στη τζιτζιριά στη μιτζιριά στη τζιτζιμιτζιχοτζιριά, να κόψει τζίτζιρα μίτζιρα τζιτζιμιτζιχότζιρα
- Elaboration comparing English and Greek sounds and spelling to support pronunciation of familiar and unfamiliar words and expressions, for example, astronaut/αστροναύτης, school/σχολείο, mathematics/μαθηματικά, history/ιστορία, geography/γεωγραφία trigonometry/τριγωνομετρία
They demonstrate understanding of the conventions of spoken and written texts and the connections between them.
Content descriptorAC9LMG10U01 Understanding language and culture
apply features and conventions of spoken Greek to extend fluency in responding to and creating texts in familiar and unfamiliar contexts
Elaborations (9)
- Elaboration recognising that pronunciation, rhythm, intonation and tempo help in making meaning in interactions and applying this knowledge to own communication
- Elaboration applying accent rules with appropriate pronunciation to familiar and unfamiliar words, for example, τσάι, παίχτης, οικόπεδο
- Elaboration applying appropriate pronunciation of ια, ιε, ιο, ιό, ιου with different preceding letters
- Elaboration recognising that the sound ‘I’ is represented by the following letters, depending on the context: I, ι, H, η, Y, υ, Eι, ει, Οι, οι
- Elaboration recognising the different pronunciation of the digraphs/diphthongs, for example, αυ – αυτοκίνητο and αυλή, ευ – ευχαριστώ and ευγενικός, μπ, ντ, γκ, γγ, τσ, τζ
- Elaboration recognising that double letters in Greek, in most cases, have the same sound as single letters, for example, ιππόδρομος, Γιάννηςιππόδρομος, Γιάννης
- Elaboration extending phonic awareness by using and experimenting with sounds and rhythms, for example, γέρος, γερός
- Elaboration reinforcing pronunciation, phrasing and intonation skills by reciting and repeating difficult/unfamiliar words and/or tongue twisters, for example, Ο τζίτζιρας ο μίτζιρας ο τζιτζιμιτζιχότζιρας, ανέβηκε στη τζιτζιριά στη μιτζιριά στη τζιτζιμιτζιχοτζιριά, να κόψει τζίτζιρα μίτζιρα τζιτζιμιτζιχότζιρα
- Elaboration comparing English and Greek sounds and spelling to support pronunciation of familiar and unfamiliar words and expressions, for example, astronaut/αστροναύτης, school/σχολείο, mathematics/μαθηματικά, history/ιστορία, geography/γεωγραφία trigonometry/τριγωνομετρία
Content descriptorAC9LMG10U02 Understanding language and culture
apply knowledge of grammatical structures to predict meaning and compose texts that contain some complex structures and ideas
Elaborations (11)
- Elaboration selecting appropriate terms and tenses to describe events across time, for example, Φέτος θα πάω διακοπές στην Κύπρο, Πέρσι γύρισα όλη την Έλλαδα
- Elaboration using a range of adverbs and adjectives to modify and intensify meaning of verbs and adjectives, for example, ακριβώς, αρκετά, πολύ, λίγο, πολλή
- Elaboration understanding the use of imperative mood in Greek, for example, ελάτε, γράψε
- Elaboration using a range of pronouns and possessive forms, following appropriate conventions, for example, μου/μας/σου/του/της/τους, δικό τους, δικά μας, η μπλούζα μου, το σπίτι μας
- Elaboration seeking information using a range of interrogatives, for example, Ορίστε; Tι; Mήπως ξέρεις; Πώς; Πού; Γιατί; Πότε; Ποιός -ά-ό;
- Elaboration recognising the order of pronouns to emphasise who is carrying out an action or to refer to a person or thing, and applying agreement in gender and number to identify subject and object, for example, Κανείς δεν είναι τέλειος, Μου αρέσουν αυτοί που λένε την αλήθεια
- Elaboration using cohesive devices such as conjunctions to link, clarify and sequence ideas and modify meaning in written and spoken texts, for example, Αφού δεν είχα αρκετά λεφτά, γύρισα σπίτι μου, γιατί, επειδή, αλλά, και, τότε
- Elaboration using appropriate spelling, punctuation, accent marks and textual conventions in a range of written texts, for example, paragraphs, quotation marks «…», or the use of a dash (–) to indicate a new speaker
- Elaboration conjugating nouns in nominative, genitive, accusative and vocative case, for example, ο νικητής, της μαθήτριας, τον πίνακα, δάσκαλε, for example, Αυτός είναι ο Δημήτρης. Αυτό είναι το σπίτι του Δημήτρη. Χτες είδα το Δημήτρη. Δημήτρη, έλα εδώ να σου πω κάτι σε παρακαλώ.
- Elaboration understanding and using comparative and superlative adjectives, for example, βαθύς, βαθύτερος/πιο βαθύς, βαθύτατος/ο πιο βαθύς
- Elaboration using prior knowledge of morphemes to predict the meaning and spelling of unfamiliar words in different contexts, for example, auto-, hypo-, biblio-, in words such as αυτοβιογραφία, υποκριτής, βιβλιογραφία
They apply knowledge of language structures and features to make and predict meaning.
Content descriptorAC9LMG10U02 Understanding language and culture
apply knowledge of grammatical structures to predict meaning and compose texts that contain some complex structures and ideas
Elaborations (11)
- Elaboration selecting appropriate terms and tenses to describe events across time, for example, Φέτος θα πάω διακοπές στην Κύπρο, Πέρσι γύρισα όλη την Έλλαδα
- Elaboration using a range of adverbs and adjectives to modify and intensify meaning of verbs and adjectives, for example, ακριβώς, αρκετά, πολύ, λίγο, πολλή
- Elaboration understanding the use of imperative mood in Greek, for example, ελάτε, γράψε
- Elaboration using a range of pronouns and possessive forms, following appropriate conventions, for example, μου/μας/σου/του/της/τους, δικό τους, δικά μας, η μπλούζα μου, το σπίτι μας
- Elaboration seeking information using a range of interrogatives, for example, Ορίστε; Tι; Mήπως ξέρεις; Πώς; Πού; Γιατί; Πότε; Ποιός -ά-ό;
- Elaboration recognising the order of pronouns to emphasise who is carrying out an action or to refer to a person or thing, and applying agreement in gender and number to identify subject and object, for example, Κανείς δεν είναι τέλειος, Μου αρέσουν αυτοί που λένε την αλήθεια
- Elaboration using cohesive devices such as conjunctions to link, clarify and sequence ideas and modify meaning in written and spoken texts, for example, Αφού δεν είχα αρκετά λεφτά, γύρισα σπίτι μου, γιατί, επειδή, αλλά, και, τότε
- Elaboration using appropriate spelling, punctuation, accent marks and textual conventions in a range of written texts, for example, paragraphs, quotation marks «…», or the use of a dash (–) to indicate a new speaker
- Elaboration conjugating nouns in nominative, genitive, accusative and vocative case, for example, ο νικητής, της μαθήτριας, τον πίνακα, δάσκαλε, for example, Αυτός είναι ο Δημήτρης. Αυτό είναι το σπίτι του Δημήτρη. Χτες είδα το Δημήτρη. Δημήτρη, έλα εδώ να σου πω κάτι σε παρακαλώ.
- Elaboration understanding and using comparative and superlative adjectives, for example, βαθύς, βαθύτερος/πιο βαθύς, βαθύτατος/ο πιο βαθύς
- Elaboration using prior knowledge of morphemes to predict the meaning and spelling of unfamiliar words in different contexts, for example, auto-, hypo-, biblio-, in words such as αυτοβιογραφία, υποκριτής, βιβλιογραφία
They support analysis of Greek texts, using metalanguage.
Content descriptorAC9LMG10U03 Understanding language and culture
reflect on and evaluate Greek texts, using metalanguage to analyse language structures and features
Elaborations (9)
- Elaboration expanding their use of metalanguage to discuss and describe grammatical concepts and to develop learning resources, for example, verb charts, conjugation rules, vocabulary lists, groups of pronouns, adverbs or adjectives
- Elaboration comparing texts created for different audiences, such as advertisements, brochures and signs, noticing how language use reflects ideas and messages that are relevant to a particular audience, for example, Τελευταία εβδομάδα προσφορών, to persuade customers to shop
- Elaboration investigating the nature and use of Greek language in different contexts of interaction, for example, asking Greek-speaking students in Australia with whom they communicate in Greek and for what purposes, reflecting on similarities to and differences from their interactions in English or other languages
- Elaboration analysing a range of correspondence and dialogue to identify features of language that affect levels of formality, such as the use of the subjunctive, imperative mood and plural polite register, for example, Αγαπημένε μου φίλε Γιάννη, γεια σου, Αξιότιμη κυρία Λασκαρίδη, Πες μου, Πείτε μου, Ας μιλήσουμε, Για να σε ακούσω
- Elaboration identifying English words in the Greek language, for example, πάρκινγκ, ζάπινγκ, λοκντάουν, ντελίβερι, and discussing their emergence and use
- Elaboration recognising how Greek letters, words and morphemes are used globally in existing scientific and mathematical terms, and in the creation of new terms
- Elaboration recognising how Greek language is modified by English use in particular contexts and situations, for example, language used in the entertainment industry, films and television programs, or language used to express modern concepts, το ματς, το φαστφουντάδικο, να μπω στο ίντερνετ, σε φόρουμ, κάνω τσατ/τσατάρω or language used to keep up with trends, ρηλάξ, οκέι, κουλ
- Elaboration comparing the features and differences of spoken and written texts such as formal written letters or emails versus informal spoken interactions, to understand how their mode shapes their structure and helps the text to achieve its purpose, for example, Αξιότιμη κα. Παπαδοπούλου, Φρόσω μου
- Elaboration comparing lyrics, themes and styles of popular Greek and English language songs, explaining similarities and differences in language use, cultural aspects and modes of expression, for example, Να ζήσεις Ελένη και χρόνια πολλά ... Αρχιμηνιά και αρχιχρονιά …
They reflect on their own cultural perspectives and identity, and draw on their experience of learning Greek, to evaluate how this learning influences their ideas and ways of communicating.
Content descriptorAC9LMG10U04 Understanding language and culture
reflect on and evaluate how identity is shaped by language(s), culture(s), attitudes, beliefs and values, and how these affect ways of communicating
Elaborations (9)
- Elaboration reflecting on miscommunication and breakdowns when using Greek, and discussing repair and recovery strategies and insights gained, for example, misunderstandings from using incorrect, direct translations, δεν εννοούσα αυτό αλλά, άσε με να σου εξηγήσω
- Elaboration examining ancient and contemporary Greek texts and identifying expressions still in use today, for example, Εν τω μεταξύ, από μηχανής Θεός, γόρδιος δεσμός, and why these expressions are still relevant and important
- Elaboration recognising that language changes over time, for example, by viewing Greek films in historical settings and those in contemporary settings and discussing the language and themes used, or comparing black and white film with animation
- Elaboration reflecting on and explaining the protocols required to authentically co-create an Acknowledgement of Country/Place with a First Nations Australian, to present in Greek to a group of Greek-speaking visitors at a school assembly
- Elaboration reflecting on and discussing ways of modifying own language and behaviours to communicate effectively with Greek speakers, for example, keeping a reflective journal about intercultural experiences
- Elaboration collecting examples of Greek language in the local landscape, for example, in restaurants, shops, buildings, marketplaces, exhibitions or cultural events, and discussing the sustainability of Greek language and culture in their local community
- Elaboration reflecting on the impact of Greek migration on many other languages and cultures, for example, Greek inventions which have shaped and influenced the world such as the alarm clock, coins or maps
- Elaboration analysing and describing how language use and culture are interrelated and reflect and shape relationships, practices and attitudes across Greek-speaking communities
- Elaboration exploring how word choice, tone and attitude can give clues about the beliefs and values of the speaker, for example, ορίστε;/τι; μπορείς να μου δώσεις … /δώσε μου ...
This achievement standard describes the expected learning for Years 9 to 10 Modern Greek · 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 Greek | Interacting in Greek | 2 | 12 |
| Communicating meaning in Greek | Mediating meaning in and between languages | 2 | 16 |
| Communicating meaning in Greek | Creating text in Greek | 1 | 10 |
| Understanding language and culture | Understanding systems of language | 3 | 29 |
| Understanding language and culture | Understanding the interrelationship of language and culture | 1 | 9 |
| Total | 9 | 76 | |
Frequently Asked Questions
What should students know by the end of Years 9 to 10 Modern Greek?
By the end of Year 10, students contribute to and extend interactions in Greek language in increasingly unfamiliar contexts related to a wide range of interests and issues. They interpret texts by evaluating and synthesising information, ideas and perspectives. Read the full standard
How many Content Descriptors support this standard?
9 Content Descriptors support this Achievement Standard (Communicating meaning in Greek: 5, Understanding language and culture: 4).
How does this compare to Years 7 to 8?
The Years 7 to 8 Modern Greek standard (ASLANMGRF10Y78) covers the preceding curriculum level. Standards build progressively, with Years 9 to 10 expectations extending what was introduced in Years 7 to 8.
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.