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In Units 1 and 2, the determination of the status of an EAL learner is a school-based decision. VCAA recommends EAL students have demonstrated achievement at C3 or above on the Victorian F-10: EAL. However, to apply for EAL status in Units 3 and 4 students must meet the VCAA eligibility criteria.
Unit 1 1
In Area of Study 1 you will study a text (or extracts from the set text) such as a novel, play, film, short story collection or memoir. The focus for this text study will be on personal connections to the story. You will draw on your own personal experience and understanding in developing your writing about a text, and work to shape your ideas into formal essay structures.
In Area of Study 2 you will craft your own writing which can be imaginative, persuasive, informative or hybrid) with a focus on a stated context, purpose and audience. You will build your knowledge of what makes writing effective and your skills in this area through the exploration, discussion and study of mostly short mentor texts such as short stories, speeches or monologues (with transcripts), poetry/songs, feature articles (including a series of blog or social media postings) and memoirs and biographies (these may be entire texts or extracts). You are not restricted to writing in a particular genre. There is also scope for students to provide ideas and negotiate additional mentor texts that best fit the needs and interests of the class.
Unit 2 2
In Area of Study 1 you will study a set text (or extracts from the set text) such as a novel, play, film, short story collection or memoir. This text will be a different text type to that studied in Unit 1. You will explore both the themes and ideas of the text and analyse how the creator has used literary or film devices to convey their message. i
In Area of Study 2 you will read, view and listen to a range of persuasive texts in the media on a current local and/or national issue. You will explore the structure of these texts, including contention, sequence of arguments, use of supporting evidence and persuasive strategies. You will closely examine the language and the visuals employed by the author, and analyse the intended effect on an audience in essay form.
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