AC9L2F8U04 Years 7 to 8 Languages

Content descriptor reflect on how language conveys cultural knowledge, practices and norms

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• • Elaboration acknowledging that there are cultural norms related to interaction between genders, for example, men’s business and women’s business if appropriate
• • Elaboration using culturally-appropriate protocols when engaging with and learning from First Nations Peoples and communities, for example, understanding that permission and consent of the Custodians of language and land must be sought when visiting their Country/Place
• • Elaboration researching the concept of kinship, moieties, traditional marriage Lore, matriarchal and patriarchal systems
• • Elaboration acknowledging the role and importance of advocacy and government policy in supporting the maintenance and development of language and culture
• • Elaboration understanding how aspects of traditional culture and society have been preserved through [Language], and discussing the importance of maintaining and strengthening Aboriginal languages and Torres Strait Islander languages, for their speakers and for all Australians
• • Elaboration identifying Keeping Places for language texts, such as in the community or national archives, understanding that each First Nations person inherits language as part of their birthright, along with membership of a particular group and attachment to Country or Place, and that they become Custodians and owners of land, waters, sky and language
• • Elaboration understanding the importance of intergenerational collaboration and passing down of knowledge in keeping languages strong and discussing associated challenges

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• • Elaboration explaining how stories, songs and dances link First Nations Peoples groups and nations
• • Elaboration acknowledging that Indigenous Cultural and Intellectual Property (ICIP) rights must be respected and applied when using First Nations traditional resources for their language work