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Junior Secondary - The Year 7 Program Studies Handbook
2020
OUR CORE PURPOSE IS
“To Empower Learners”
Our Core Values
• Positive • Respectful • Resilient • Hardworking
Our Vision
Collaborative teams in pursuit of excellence
At James Nash we focus on:
• A school with positive relationships around learning • Technologically rich curriculum • Resource / Curriculum enrichment through partnerships with others • Promoting the excellence in the school • Delivery of high quality classroom practices • Excellence in student behaviour and performance • Excellent facilities and grounds • James Nash State High School becoming a hub for community learning • Providing curriculum pathways for either earning or learning (employment for
further education) • Valuing and celebrating difference and diversity
James Nash’ Junior Secondary Philosophy James Nash’ Junior Secondary Philosophy is underpinned by the belief that if students’ individual capacity, learning styles and interests are considered then this will lead to enhanced engagement in the learning program and maximise performance overall. To allow for a differentiated curriculum, organisational structures need to recognise that the needs and interests of students differ significantly. Like minded students will be formed into classes and these classes will be matched to the relevant curriculum through timetable and faculty structures. James Nash’ Junior Secondary Philosophy is informed by an agreed comprehensive teaching and learning model to guide classroom work. The dimensions and elements of this framework include:- • Intellectual rigour • Quality classroom environments • Connectedness • Diversity, difference and flexibility
James Nash State High School Parent Information Handbook
To Empower Learners
Contents
Introduction to Junior Secondary Explanation of Class Groupings for Junior Secondary Curriculum Framework 2020 Year 7 Art Year 7 Design Technology Year 7 Economics and Business Year 7 English Year 7 Health and Physical Education Year 7 History and Geography Year 7 Home Economics Year 7 LOTE Year 7 Mathematics Year 7 Performing Arts Year 7 Science
An Introduction to Junior Secondary Curriculum
James Nash Junior Secondary is based on the learnings of the Middle Phase of Learning research. For students in Years 7 through to 9, this phase represents a distinct growth and change. The Junior Secondary Curriculum at James Nash State High School is designed to cater for our students’ needs during this phase of their learning. We align our teaching styles, curriculum and assessment to meet these needs, especially in managing the transition from primary school. This subject handbook provides insight into the link between junior school courses and senior subjects. Senior schooling includes Years 10, 11 and 12, with Year 10 being seen as a preparation year. At James Nash State High School, we believe that an appropriate match between our students’ learning style and their class grouping is critical to their learning and achievement. The essential feature of curriculum delivery is the scheme of “differential grouping”. Differential grouping is undertaken across the Middle School within all core KLA subjects. Research suggests that students are enthusiastic and engaged in a classroom where activities and expectations suit their individual needs. Class groupings are offered so our Junior Secondary students can be involved in a teaching and learning program that is best suited to their particular needs. The class groupings available to students in Junior Secondary are:- 1. Extension Programs (two differential groups are offered within our extension program to
cater for student ability and performance):- • Extension Plus • Extension
2. Mainstream Programs (two differential groupings are offered within a Mainstream
program to cater for student interest and learning styles in Years 8 & 9):- • Essentials • Learning Support
3. Structured Learning Programs • Curriculum based learning. Students are supported through the provision of adjustments
to curriculum delivery and assessment. Year 7 & 8 students rotate through Arts and Technology subjects through the 2 year period. James Nash State High School’s Junior Secondary program implements the National Curriculum to deliver cohesive learning programs which help students achieve deep levels of understanding. We routinely engage students in intellectually-challenging, real-world learning experiences to help our students become life-long learners. I am confident that this handbook will provide Junior Secondary students and their parents’ in-depth information on all aspects of Junior Secondary at James Nash. If you require assistance in making a decision regarding class groupings, please contact the school. Cheryl Greinke Deputy Principal (Junior Secondary)
Further Explanation of Class Groupings for Junior Secondary Extension Programs – (Programs of Excellence for Enrolment Management Plan consideration) Extension Plus classes are available to students with a demonstrated capacity for excellence. This is a course for students who have a passion for learning and desire to explore subject matter well beyond the core and essential learnings. Extension Plus classes require students to engage confidently in a digital learning environment and to be able to work both independently and in groups. Access to Extension Plus classes is through demonstrated excellence and will require students to attend an interview after nomination. Extension classes operate within a program designed to challenge and extend our more talented students. This is a course for students who are self-directed learners, interested in diverse and detailed learning opportunities. Successful applicants will be provided with opportunities that will encourage their skill with language, promote their creativity, connect with the digital world, as well as foster their thought processes. Mainstream Programs Essentials classes are designed for the majority of students who enter junior secondary classes at James Nash State High School. Work is closely related to ability, being neither too easy nor too demanding. Classes go at a steady pass to enable time for plenty of revision. Classes cover all the essential components of a regular curriculum and are aligned to National curriculum requirements. Learning Support classes are designed for students with learning difficulties. It is expected that the behaviour of successful applicants would reflect an attitude and a desire to overcome such issues. Scaffolding of subject matter will allow students to cover all the essential components of a regular curriculum and are aligned to National curriculum requirements. Structured Learning Programs Structured Learning programs are designed to cater for students with a verified disability. These classes consist of small groups and provide individualised support catering for disability specific learning styles. The SEP encompasses all National Curriculum requirements covering the core essential learning components for individual levels of abilities.
How is a student placed in a class? On Enrolment Forms, parents/care givers are asked to nominate which class they wish their child to be considered for in 2020. The school uses information supplied by primary schools as well as data such as NAPLAN etc. to make decisions around class placement. Program of Excellence students will be invited to attend an interview with a member of the James Nash Leadership team to discuss their nomination into either an Extension Plus or Extension class.
JAMES NASH STATE HIGH SCHOOL CURRICULUM FRAMEWORK
2020 V1.0
L A ENGLISH &
LANGUAGES MATHEMATICS SCIENCE HUMANITIES
& SOCIAL SCIENCES
HEALTH & PHYSICAL
EDUCATION ARTS TECHNOLOGIES
F A C U L T Y
ENGLISH MATHEMATICS SCIENCE SOCIAL
SCIENCES
HEALTH & PHYSICAL
EDUCATION THE ARTS DESIGN &
TECHNOLOGY
BUSINESS & DIGITAL
TECHNOLOGIES
JUNIOR SCHOOLING STUDIES
7 ¨ ENGLISH ¨ LANGUAGE
OTHER THAN ENGLISH
¨ MATHEMATICS ¨ SCIENCE ¨ HISTORY & GEOGRAPHY
¨ HEALTH & PHYSICAL EDUCATION
¨ ART ¨ PERFORMING
ARTS (Inc Drama, Music and Dance)
¨
¨ DESIGN TECHNOLOGY
¨ HOME ECONOMICS
¨ ECONOMICS & BUSINESS
¨ DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES
The Year 7 curriculum ensures exposure to all 8 LAs. Delivery of content will involve a common teacher across selected core Learning Areas to enhance Year 6-7 transition. LOTE is included as a compulsory subject as part of a government initiative in learning a language other than English.
Students experience all Arts, Design & Technology and Business & Digital Technologies in year 7.
8 ¨ ENGLISH ¨ LANGUAGE
OTHER THAN ENGLISH
¨ MATHEMATICS ¨ SCIENCE ¨ HISTORY & GEOGRAPHY
¨ HEALTH &
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
¨ ART ¨ DRAMA ¨ MUSIC ¨ DANCE
¨ HOME ECONOMICS
¨ ECONOMICS & BUSINESS
¨ DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES
The Year 8 curriculum ensures exposure to all 8 LAs. German is included as a compulsory subject as part of a government initiative in learning a language other than English.
Students can select from a combination of two Arts subjects in year 8 (10 weeks each)
9
¨ ENGLISH ¨ GERMAN
¨ MATHEMATICS
¨ SSCIENCE
¨ HISTORY ¨ GEOGRAPHY
¨ HEALTH & PHYSICAL EDUCATION
¨ ART ¨ DRAMA ¨ MUSIC ¨ DANCE
PRODUCTION – Wood PRODUCTION – Metal DESIGN - Graphics ¨ FOOD &
NUTRITION ¨ TEXTILE &
DESGN
¨ BUSINESS INFORMATION PROCESSING
¨ DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES
¨ ECONOMICS & BUSINESS
In Year 9 the curriculum will support students to engage with five(5) compulsory core subjects of the Australian curriculum (English, Mathematics, Science, Social Science and HPE) as well as four(4) optional semester subjects chosen from Arts, Technologies and Languages.
L A ENGLISH &
LANGUAGES MATHEMATICS SCIENCE HUMANITIES & SOCIAL SCIENCES
HEALTH & PHYSICAL
EDUCATION ARTS TECHNOLOGIES
F A C U L T Y
ENGLISH MATHEMATICS SCIENCE SOCIAL
SCIENCES
HEALTH & PHYSICAL
EDUCATION THE ARTS DESIGN &
TECHNOLOGY
BUSINESS & DIGITAL
TECHNOLOGIES
SENIOR SCHOOLING STUDIES
10
¨ GENERAL ENGLISH
¨ GENERAL ENGLISH EXTENSION
¨ ESSENTIAL ENGLISH
¨ GERMAN
¨ MATHEMATICS – General
¨ MATHEMATICS - Specialist
¨ BIOLOGY, EARTH & SPACE
¨ CHEMISTRY & BIOLOGY
¨ PHYSICS & CHEMISTRY
¨ SCIENCE IN PRACTICE
¨ ANCIENT & MODERN HISTORY
¨ LEGAL
STUDIES
¨ GEOGRAPHY
¨ SPORT AND RECREATION
¨ PHYSICAL EDUCATION
¨ DRAMA
¨ MUSIC
¨ VISUAL ART
¨ DANCE
PRODUCTION – Wood PRODUCTION – Metal DESIGN - Graphics «Cert I in Construction «Hospitality - Cert I
¨ FASHION
¨ FOOD & NUTRITION
¨ ENGINEERING
¨ BUSINESS INFORMATION PROCESSING
including Business – Cert I
¨ DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES
¨ ECONOMICS & BUSINESS
« Skills for Work and Vocational Pathways - Cert II
In Year 10 the curriculum focus is on preparation for Year 11 GENERAL and APPLIED subjects and VET Qualifications. An English and Mathematics are compulsory. Students will select seven (7) subjects in total, for study on a whole year basis.
11
üEssential English
¨ GENERAL ENGLISH ¨ GERMAN
üEssential Mathematics
GENERAL MATHS
¨ MATHEMATICAL METHODS
¨ SPECIALIST MATHS
¨ CHEMISTRY ¨ PHYSICS ¨ BIOLOGY üScience In
Practice
üSocial & Community Studies ¨ GEOGRAPHY ¨ MODERN
HISTORY ¨ ANCIENT HISTORY ¨ LEGAL
STUDIES
üSport & Recreation
üSport & Rec – Outdoor
« Sport & Rec – Cert II
¨ PHYSICAL EDUCATION
¨ DRAMA
üDrama in Practice
¨ MUSIC ¨ VISUAL ART üVisual Art in Practice
ü Building and Construction Skills ü Engineering Skills ¨ ENGINEERING
ü Industrial Technology Skills ü Industrial Graphics
¨ DESIGN
ü Fashion «Hospitality - Cert I/ii - Cert II üHospitality Practices ¨ FOOD &
NUTRITION
« Business - Cert II « Information, Digital Media & Technology - Cert II « Tourism - Cert II « Tourism - Cert III « Skills for Work and Vocational Pathways - Cert II ¨ ACCOUNTING
¨ BUSINESS
¨ DIGITAL
SOLUTIONS
¨ ECONOMICS
12
ü üEssential English
¨ GENERAL ENGLISH
¨ ENGLISH & LITERATURE EXTENSION
üEssential Mathematics
GENERAL MATHS
¨ MATHEMATICAL METHODS
¨ SPECIALIST MATHS
¨ CHEMISTRY ¨ PHYSICS ¨ BIOLOGY üScience In
Practice
¨ GEOGRAPHY ¨ MODERN HISTORY ¨ ANCIENT HISTORY ¨ LEGAL
STUDIES
üSport & Recreation
üSport & Rec – Outdoor
¨ PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Cert III Sport & Fitness (2019)
üVisual Art in Practice üDrama in Practice ¨ DRAMA
¨ MUSIC ¨ VISUAL ART
ü Building and Construction Skills ü Engineering Skills ü Industrial Technology Skills ü Industrial Graphics
¨ DESIGN «Hospitality - Cert II/III üHospitality Practices
¨ FOOD & NUTRITION
« Business - Cert II « Information, Digital media & Technology- Cert II «Tourism - Cert II «Tourism - Cert III « Skills for Work and - Cert II
¨ ACCOUNTING ¨ BUSINESS
DIGITAL SOLUTIONS
INFORMATION PROCESSING & TECHNOLOGY ¨ ECONOMICS
In Year 11 and 12, students are able to choose a course of study which best suits their needs and aspirations. Students are able to select any SIX (6) subjects from the above list; however individual guidance is recommended to ensure the best possible combination. All subjects are offered subject to the condition that a viable class group can be formed and that the school has the available human and physical resources. (NB. success in at least one unit of English and Mathematics is a prerequisite of a QCE). Subjects marked with a bullet s are GENERAL (Academic) subjects which contribute to ATAR calculations. Subjects marked with a checkmark ü are Applied subjects one of which may contribute to ATAR.calculations. Subjects marked with a star « are VET Cerficates with one Certificate III level qualifications able to contribute to ATAR.calculations
Selected TAFE certificate courses are offered for concurrent study with school courses as advertised with subject selection information according to available TAFE resources. In Years 11 & 12, ALL students who are not eligible for an ATAR score will undertake Certificate II in Skills For Work and Vocational Pathways
Year 7 - Art Link to senior subjects Visual Art (General Syllabus) Practical Art (Applied Syllabus) Prerequisites: What preparation or prior studies do students need? To do well in Art, you should enjoy or be good at making art, working independently, writing about artworks and exploring styles, artworks, and techniques and materials. You should have a willingness to explore, experiment and seek solutions that will enable you to develop as an independent learner. Why study Art? In Year 7 learning in Arts involves students making and responding to visual arts independently, and with their classmates, teachers and communities. Students build on their awareness of how and why artists, craftspeople and designers realise their ideas through different visual representations, practices, processes and viewpoints. As they make and respond to visual artworks, students design, create and evaluate visual solutions to selected themes and/or concepts through a variety of visual arts forms, styles, techniques and/or processes. They develop an informed opinion about artworks based on their research of current and past artists. Students examine their own culture and develop a deeper understanding of their practices as an artist who holds individual views about the world and global issues. They acknowledge that artists and audiences hold different views about selected artworks, given contexts of time and place, and established ideologies Course overview: What do students study? Students learn the foundation principles of design and elements of Art. They are assessed through the dimensions of MAKING and RESPONDING
Unit Assessment 1. 2D/Mixed Media: Introduction to “Mark Making” and elements of design exploring: - Printmaking - mono, stencil, stamp, emboss etc - Drawing - pencil, charcoal, watercolour, pen, ink - Collage - frottage, pasting, layering - - Painting - sgrafitto, blending, texturing, composition
MAKING: visual journal and a completed 2D artwork. artwork for display (formal / informal) Responding: Analysing the elements and design principles in one selected artwork.
2. 3D/Sculpture: - Sculpture - form, structure - Ceramics - glazing - Design - digital photography, drawing, research, composition - Construction - slab, pinch, coil, slip- moulding, texturing, firing
MAKING: completed 3D ceramic house and sample texture tiles supported by evidence in visual journal,
Career options • Architecture, engineering, industrial design, town planning • Graphic design, advertising, graphic printing, • illustration, photography, web designer/ICT • Performing arts, film and television, make–up and hairdressing, • fashion / costume design • Teaching, public relations, tourism, community artworker, • performing arts, visual artist
Year 7 - Design Technology Link to senior subjects Industrial Graphics (Applied Syllabus) Engineering (General Syllabus) Design (General Syllabus) Manufacturing (Engineering Studies) (Applied Syllabus) Manufacturing (Industrial Technology studies) (Applied Syllabus) Manufacturing (Building Construction) (Applied Syllabus) Prerequisites: What preparation or prior studies do students need? An interest in developing the skills and knowledge required in the designing and manufacturing of projects would be beneficial. Why study Industrial Technology and Design? You should do this subject if you enjoy or are good at working on the technical aspects of machines and processes. You will be required to address challenging (sometimes difficult) major projects and present your ideas using folios. To do well in this subject, you should enjoy or be good at using computers, sketching and drawing objects. Course overview: What do students study?
Career options Tertiary Studies (Architecture, Engineering, Teaching etc) Trade and Technical professions Further education (TAFE)
Unit Description Assessment
Production (8 weeks )
Safety Design, make and appraise projects in wood, plastic and metal.
Practical class work Observation
Graphics (4 weeks )
Orthographic projection Pictorial views Packaging Sketching
Practical class work Observation
Design (2 weeks )
Acrylic Jewellery Design Practical class work Observation Design Folio
Link to senior subjects Many of the skills developed in this subject assist students in their daily operation with computers, both within school and the wider community. Subjects that would benefit more directly include Certificate II in Information, Media and Digital Technologies, and Digital Solutions. Prerequisites: What preparation or prior studies do students need? There are no prerequisites for this subject. Why study Digital Technologies? Digital Technologies empowers students to shape change by influencing how contemporary and emerging information systems and practices are applied to meet current and future needs. A deep knowledge and understanding of information systems enables students to be creative and discerning decision-makers when they select, use and manage data, information, processes and digital systems to meet needs and shape preferred futures. Digital Technologies provides students with practical opportunities to use design thinking and to be innovative developers of digital solutions and knowledge. The subject helps students to become innovative creators of digital solutions, effective users of digital systems and critical consumers of information conveyed by digital systems. Digital Technologies provides students with authentic learning challenges that foster curiosity, confidence, persistence, innovation, creativity, respect and cooperation. These are all necessary when using and developing information systems to make sense of complex ideas and relationships in all areas of learning. Digital Technologies helps students to be regional and global citizens capable of actively and ethically communicating and collaborating. Course overview: What do students study?
Unit Description Assessment Get serious about games
In this unit students will transform data into information, explore and analyse networked systems and data transmission and evaluate, design and generate webpages. Students will 'join' a fictional agency to create a range of digital solutions.
Project folio
Career options The skills and attitudes gained in this course will assist students in workplace environments where computers are used. Students will gain immediate benefits in the completion of school assignments, projects and acquisition of workplace skills.
Year 7 - Digital Technologies
Link to senior subjects Many of the skills developed in this subject assist students in their daily operation with computers, both within school and the wider community. Subjects that would benefit more directly include Economics and Business, Certificate II in Business, Certificate II or III in Tourism Prerequisites: What preparation or prior studies do students need? There are no prerequisites for this subject. Why study Economics and Business? Economics and Business component of this course aims to aims to ensure students develop:- • enterprising behaviours and capabilities that can be transferable into life, work and business opportunities
and will contribute to the development and prosperity of individuals and society; • understanding of the ways society allocates limited resources to satisfy needs and wants, and how they
participate in the economy as consumers, workers and producers; • understanding of the work and business environments within the Australian economy and its interactions
and relationships with the global economy, in particular the Asia region; • reasoning and interpretation skills to apply economics and business concepts to make informed decisions; • understanding of economics and business decision-making and its role in creating a prosperous, sustainable
and equitable economy for all Australians; • understandings that will enable them to actively and ethically participate in the local, national, regional and
global economy as economically, financially and business-literate citizens. Course overview: What do students study?
Unit Description Assessment Individuals and business success in the market
In this unit, students will investigate the following key inquiry questions: • Why is there a relationship between consumers and producers in
the market? • Why is personal, organisational and financial planning for the
future important for both consumers and businesses? • How does entrepreneurial behaviour contribute to a successful
business? • What types of work exist and in what other ways can people
derive an income?
Project folio
Business and software skills
Business environments and safety Ergonomics Communication skills – listening Communication skills – follow instructions Team work skills – collaborating Planning/time management skills MS PowerPoint skills Editing images MS Word skills
Digital presentation
Career options The skills and attitudes gained in this course will assist students in workplace environments where computers are used. Students will gain immediate benefits in the completion of school assignments, projects and acquisition of workplace skills.
Year 7 – Economics and Business
Year 7 English – Mainstream, Extension and Extension Plus
Links to Senior Subjects English (General Syllabus) Cyber-English (General Syllabus) Essential English (Applied Syllabus) English and Literature Extension (General Syllabus – Year 12 only) Prerequisite: What preparation or prior studies do students need? The Year 7 English course develops from and is an extension of Years P to 6 National Curriculum English. The work revolves around a core of learning activities which allows students to have contact with language in a range of contexts aimed at stimulating their thought, enriching their ideas, and developing their understanding of the complex world in which we live. Why study English? All learning in English is framed around Language, Literature and Literacy. The strands present a sequence of development of knowledge, understanding and skills in the language modes: listening, reading, viewing, speaking/signing, writing and creating across the year levels. In each activity, you’ll explore how language works. Course Overview: What do students study?
Units Assessment Between the lines – Students examine the human experience through biographies and identify text structures and language features used as well as the text structures and language features to imaginatively recreate a significant life event.
Imaginative literary memoir
The Gentle Art of Persuasion – Students explore how language is used to persuade in motivational speeches from different historical, social and cultural contexts.
Persuasive motivational speech
Such Is Life – Students complete and in-depth study of a novel on Ned Kelly and examine the concept of this historical figure as hero or villain.
Persuasive essay
Let’s Sing - Students examine, analyse and evaluate the power of song in creating messages through the use of poetic techniques.
Informative speech
Special Requirements Mainstream, Extension and Extension Plus classes will study the same units and complete the same assessment but the learning experiences will vary. Mainstream teaching will focus on scaffolded experiences and schematic organisers setting up structured expectations that are teacher directed. Extension teaching focuses on higher order thinking and group work, setting up cooperative learning that is teacher guided. Extension Plus students need to be self-motivated, independent learners who enjoy reading, writing, formal and informal speaking, and who are creative and lateral thinkers. Teaching will involve varied conceptual modes and learning transfer, encouraging self-reflexive choices that are student directed. Possible Career Options: What are the vocational applications of English? English sets out to prepare students for life.
Year 7 - Health and Physical Education Link to senior subjects Physical Education (General Syllabus) Recreation Studies (Applied Syllabus) Prerequisites: What preparation or prior studies do students need? To do well in this subject, students should enjoy participating in and understanding physical activities and issues, working as a member of a team and helping classmates achieve their best. Why study Health and Physical Education? Health and Physical education is concerned with the study and practice of physical activity, and focuses on the importance of physical activity in the life of an individual and on the significant role that physical activity plays in modern society. Course overview: What do students study?
Unit Assessment Mainstream, Extension/Plus THEORY: Units are conducted throughout the year once a week. Food Behaviours and Health Benefits of Physical Activity: Examine how personal food and exercise behaviours are influenced by a range of factors in order to devise and implement strategies that support health promoting food and exercise behaviours for you and others now and in the future
Poster/Power Point: Healthy Eating promotion campaign. Exam: Exercise behaviours and strategies to improve outcomes.
Individual classes are targeted according to capabilities and interests. Students complete extension activities and can be set more complex and/or comprehensive assessment tasks. These target planning, organisation, self-directed research and problem-solving activities.
Safety: Demonstrate behaviours and actions to provide care or manage risk in responding to unsafe or risky situations and behaviours
Research Report: Identify risky behaviours or situations and develop strategies to respond to these Exam: : Identify risky behaviours around alcohol use or situations involving alcohol and develop strategies to respond to these
PRACTICAL: Units are conducted throughout the year twice a week. There are a wide range of modified games and sports based upon these core themes. Throwing & Catching eg. T. Ball Basketball
Students are assessed continuously throughout the units focussing on:- * Demonstration of specialised movement skills * Application of skills concepts and strategies * Decision making and combining of skills for improved individual and team/group performance
Individual classes are targeted according to capabilities and interests. Students can be challenged in sports and activities, with advanced tactics, performance requirements and skill and performance analysis.
Striking eg. Hockey Padder Tennis Kicking eg. Soccer Aussie Rules
Special requirements Year 7 HPE is a compulsory subject which responds to the State Government Smart Moves Initiative which requires students to participate in 90 mins physical activity per week. The department supports the Sun Safety Policy and all students must be wearing hats for outdoor physical activity lessons. Career options The study of Physical Education has advantages in the terms of general health, fitness and physical activity. It is also beneficial for those wanting to enter specific industries such as fitness, health, teaching, tourism or
outdoor sectors. Some related career paths: PE Teaching, Sports Training, Personal Training, Sports Medicine, Physiotherapy, Nursing, Emergency Services and Defence Forces.
Year 7 - History and Geography
Link to senior subjects Ancient History (General Syllabus) Geography (General Syllabus) Legal Studies (General Syllabus) Modern History (General Syllabus) Social and Community Studies (Applied Syllabus) Prerequisites: What preparation or prior studies do students need? To do well in this subject, you should enjoy or be good at reading and writing. During research units, you should be prepared to make choices and work independently. Being interested in learning and motivated to succeed is also a huge benefit. Why study History and Geography? Both History and Geography make a worthwhile difference, and our lessons make students more powerful – more powerful in their understanding of people, our planet and our possible futures – more powerful thinkers, planners, researchers, critics - in short, more powerful human beings. Course overview: What do students study?
Unit Assessment Mainstream, Extension, Extension Plus
History: Investigating the ancient past In this introductory depth study, students build on and develop their understandings of historical inquiry in the context of the ancient world.
Short answer test, including written tasks.
During research tasks, students are expected to identify a range of questions about the past to inform a historical inquiry, plan an inquiry and locate and choose relevant primary and secondary sources, using ICT and other methods. Essentials students will be introduced to these skills with support and structure from their teacher. Extension and Extension Plus students will be expected to approach these tasks with increased independence and self-reliance. Extension Plus and Extension classes will complete major research tasks while the other classes will complete mini-tasks which focus on specific skills. Extension and Extension Plus students will be expected to take learning risks and explore creative options when they are offered the opportunity. For example, they may write historical fiction instead of an essay in response to their research. All students are expected to participate in extended writing tasks.
History: Ancient Rome or Greece In this depth study, students investigate and develop an appreciation of the features of ancient Rome, and the legacy ancient Mediterranean societies have on the modern world.
Short answer test, including written tasks.
History: Ancient China In this depth study, students investigate the features of ancient China as a major Asian civilisation and study how these features have shaped and impacted the modern Chinese nation, the Asian region and the world.
Research tasks
Geography: Water in the world • How does people’s reliance on water influence their
perception of different environments? • What effect does the uneven distribution of water
resources have on the lives of people? • What approaches can be used to improve the
availability of water resources?
Geography practical tasks Possible field work and field report
Geography: Place and liveability • How does people’s reliance on places influence their
perception of them? • What effect does the uneven distribution of services
and facilities have on the lives of people? • What approaches can be used to improve the
availability of and access to services?
Geography practical tasks Possible field work and field report
Civics and Citizenship: Protecting our citizens This unit explores how our democratic government is shaped and protected by the constitution and how principles of justice protect our citizens.
Action project
Career options Students of social science subjects are well-equipped to complete further study or training to be Advertising Consultants, Archaeologists, Bankers, Business Policy Makers, Diplomats, Economists, Environmental Scientists, Events Managers,
Film-Makers, Historians, Journalists, Lawyers, Librarians, Meteorologists, Museum Curators, Politicians, Primary Industries Advisors, Public Relations Consultants, Researchers, Social Workers, Statisticians, Teachers, Tour Co-Ordinators, Travel Consultants and Urban/Town Planners.
Year 7 - Home Economics Link to senior subjects Food and Nutrition (General Syllabus) Hospitality (Certificate I and Certificate II in Hospitality) Hospitality Practices (Applied Syllabus) Prerequisites: What preparation or prior studies do students need? Students will be participating in practical lessons and are required to be organized and able to bring cooking ingredients to class. Why study Home Economics? Home Economics provides opportunities for students to use their creativity and derive satisfaction from working with resources as they prepare for future employment and personal activities. The course is designed to provide a balance of practical and theory work. Course overview: What do students study? Unit Description Assessment You are what you eat
Students will develop basic cookery skills and develop their time management skills. Students will develop basic sewing skills to produce clothing items. They will gain basic knowledge of foods and nutrition and understand how to become more sustainable. Cooking-Students will be cooking on a weekly basis. Ingredients will need to be provided.
Project folio
Special requirements To do well at this subject, students should enjoy or be good at cooking and working in groups Career options Home Economics is a Life Skills subject and therefore will enhance the individual and help them succeed in any chosen field of study or career. Students have often chosen Home Economics to help them in Hospitality and Tourism, Personnel Development, Catering, Childcare, Teaching, Social Work, Nursing, Dietetics, Advertising, Personnel Officers, Fashion Co-ordinators, Purchasing Officers and Managerial Positions.
Year 7 LOTE Links to Senior Subjects Possible subjects on offer: Chinese German Japanese Prerequisite: What preparation or prior studies do students need? The Year 7 LOTE course is based on the Australian Curriculum (Languages) with a particular focus on Learning Language as a cultural process. The work revolves around students investigating the language, cultural beliefs, attitudes and practices of a range of different countries, including countries in the Asia region. Why study Languages? Learning a language helps students to understand language, culture and learning and their relationship, and thereby develop an intercultural capability in communication. Languages also help students to understand themselves as a communicator and build an appreciation for different cultural knowledge and behaviour. Course Overview: What do students study?
Units Assessment German Language – Students explore the language, cultural beliefs, attitudes and practices of Germany.
Biography of a famous German
Asian Language – Students explore the language, cultural beliefs, attitude and practices an Asian country.
Board game or promotional campaign
Special Requirements Mainstream, Extension and Extension Plus classes will study the same units, complete the same assessment, however the learning experiences within each unit will vary. Mainstream teaching will focus on scaffolded experiences and schematic organisers setting up structured expectations that are teacher directed. Extension teaching focuses on higher order thinking and group work, setting up co-operative learning that is teacher guided. Extension Plus students need to be self-motivated, independent learners who enjoy languages and who are creative and lateral thinkers. Possible Career Options: What are the vocational applications of Languages? Travel Agent, Tourist Guide or Operator, Diplomat, Translator, Interpreter, Language Teacher, Advertiser, Event or Hotel Manager to name a few.
Year 7 - Mathematics Link to senior subjects Depending upon a student’s performance, Year 7 Mathematics provides a foundation for the following senior mathematics subjects:- Ø Essential Mathematics focuses on mathematics necessary for employment and everyday life. It is designed for
students who struggle to achieve in mathematics. Typically students who enrol in Essential Mathematics wish to study maths in Senior but don’t need a particular maths in their future careers.
Ø General Mathematics, with its practical orientation, is useful in a wide range of courses and real-life applications. It is the easiest Senior Authority mathematics subject and can be used as a prerequisite for some university courses.
Ø Mathematical Methods and Specialist Mathematics are the most difficult Senior mathematics subjects and are built on theoretical abstractions. They are General Syllabuss that lead to university courses in Science, Engineering, IT, Economics, Commerce, Surveying, Architecture, etc. Students who wish to study these subjects will need to demonstrate a high level of competence in Year 8 Mathematics.
Prerequisites: What preparation or prior studies do students need? The ability to work diligently with teachers and other students on mathematics is essential for success in this subject. Why study Mathematics? Mathematics is a great subject to study. It can help you stand out from the crowd. Studying this subject helps develop skills that employers really value: problem-solving, logical thinking, analytical skills, resourcefulness & creativity. It opens up career choices with jobs that are challenging, interesting, have increased earning capacity and that can take you overseas. Course overview: What do students study?
Description Extension/Plus Mainstream Assessment Year 7 Australian Curriculum Mathematics consists of concepts and techniques for dealing with situations involving quantity, spatial arrangements and patterns. Mathematics is designed to assist students to become lifelong learners through a spiralling course of learning experiences which integrates the Australian Curriculum content strands of Number and Algebra Statistics and Probability, and Measurement and Geometry. Students are broadly grouped according to performance in order to effectively overcome weaknesses and build on strengths. These groupings are as outlined in the following table.
These are for students who perform very well in mathematics and who have an aptitude for problem-solving. An ability to work diligently on maths either individually or in groups is essential. Success in either Extension Plus or Extension Mathematics provides an excellent basis for Mathematical Models and Specialist Mathematics.
This course is designed for students who are not able to, or who do not want to, prepare for the difficult senior mathematics courses, Mathematical Models and Specialist Mathematics. Students who excel in mainstream maths are very well-prepared for General Mathematics.
Assessment comprises some of the following:- written tests and investigative reports
Students who enrol with very limited knowledge and skill in mathematics use computer programs within the Mainstream course. These help students to both identify areas of weakness and to work on mastering them. Those students who do not experience success in Mainstream Mathematics and who wish to take maths in years 11 and 12 would usually enrol in Essential Mathematics.
Career options Mathematics is very sequential in concept development. Consequently, a student’s performance in Middle School Mathematics has a powerful effect on his or her likely success in Senior Mathematics subjects. Success in this subject provides the foundation for Senior Mathematics subjects which can open up a huge range of careers. Here’s a few just from the maritime area - Naval Architect, Marine & Offshore Systems Engineer, Marine Park Ranger, Fisheries Officer, Deck Officer, Logistics Manager, Maritime Technology Manager, Fisheries Compliance Officer, Marine Biologist, Seafood Microbiologist, Quarantine & Customs, Export Coordinator, Border Control, Ocean Engineer and Marine Engineer Officer.
Year 7 – Performing Arts Link to senior subjects Drama (General Syllabus) Drama in Practice (Applied Syllabus) Music (General Syllabus) Visual Arts (General Syllabus) Visual Arts in Practice (Applied Syllabus) Prerequisites: What preparation or prior studies do students need? No prerequisites required. Why study the Performing Arts? This is a foundational course that provides students with the skills and knowledge for further studies in drama, music and dance in years 8, 9 and 10. Students develop key 21st Century skills such as collaboration, concentration, creativity, communication and critical thinking. Course overview: What do students study? Students identify and analyse the elements of dance, drama and music. They apply this knowledge in their performances. They evaluate how they and others from different cultures, times and places communicate meaning and intent through drama, dance and music. Students collaborate to devise a performance incorporating drama, music and dance to communicate narrative meaning for an audience.
Career options Studies in the Performing Arts: Drama, Dance and Music provides a range of skills transferable to a variety of future career pathways. Students of the Performing Arts develop effective communication skills and an ability to work individually and with a variety of groups. The Performing Arts connects to any career which requires high degrees of emotional and social intelligence, social interaction, creativity, problem-solving and independent workers; e.g., acting (both film and stage), dancing, teaching, law, public relations, psychology, criminology, engineering, software engineering, human resources, advertising, journalism, travel agency, arts/events management, tourism and sales/retail.
Unit Telling Stories Description Assessment Foundations Drama 1: Elements of drama and narrative -Stepping into Role (3 weeks )
Developing improvisation skills Building and sustaining a role and short narratives. Maintaining concentration
Practical class work Making: Improvisation
Foundations Music/ Dance 2: Elements of Music and Dance (4 weeks )
Identifying the elements of music/dance – Viewing live performance or recorded live performance Analysing and evaluating performance
Responding: In class booklet
Foundations 3: Devising putting it all together (3 weeks)
Exploring how the key elements of music, drama and dance can be manipulated to tell stories.
Presenting: Devised a performance using music, dance and drama to tell a story
Year 7 - Science
Link to senior subjects Chemistry (General Syllabus) Physics (General Syllabus) Biology (General Syllabus) Science in Practice (Applied Syllabus) Why study Science? The 21st century sees a growing demand for individuals that engage, understand, and apply scientific knowledge and skills in the community and workforce. Scientifically literate citizens have an excellent understanding of the biological and physical world around them, and can argue informed views on social, ethical and environmental issues. These assets are transferable to all facets of life. Course overview: What do students study?
Unit Assessment Biological Sciences:
• There are differences within and between groups of organisms; classification helps organise this diversity
• Interactions between organisms can be described in terms of food chains and food webs; human activity can affect these interactions
Each semester students will be assessed using each of the following techniques: Student Experiment (Assignment) Research Investigation (Assignment) Mid-semester Exam End-semester Exam
Physical Sciences: • Change to an object’s motion is caused by unbalanced forces acting on the object • Earth’s gravity pulls objects towards the centre of the Earth
Earth and Space Sciences: • Predictable phenomena on Earth, including seasons and eclipses, are caused by the
relative positions of the sun, Earth and the moon • Some of Earth’s resources are renewable, but others are non-renewable • Water is an important resource that cycles through the environment
Chemical Sciences: • Mixtures, including solutions, contain a combination of pure substances that can be
separated using a range of techniques Career options Science subjects lead to employment in areas such as Agriculture, Horticulture, Medicine, Beauty, Veterinary Science, Research, Marine Science, Teaching, Mining, Engineering, Pharmacy, Ecology, Metallurgy, Health Care, and Astronomy.
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