Rationale
Communication is a human imperative. Irrespective of which language, communication involves interaction to convey meaning as well as imagination, creativity and a broad understanding of ourselves and others. Language learning provides the opportunity for students to engage with the linguistic and cultural diversity of the world and its peoples, and reflect on their experience in various aspects of social life, including their own participation and ways of being in the world.
Aims
The 3 interrelated aims of Languages are to develop knowledge, understanding and skills to ensure students:
- develop linguistic competence
- understand language and culture, and their relationship, and thereby develop an intercultural capability in communication
- understand themselves as communicators.
Structure
Version 9 Australian Curriculum. (2024). Understand this learning area: Languages. https://v9.australiancurriculum.edu.au/teacher-resources/understand-this-learning-area/languages