Length: Semester

Recommended background: Successful completion of Year 7 Indonesian

Content:

In Year 8, students will be introduced to Indonesia’s exciting, colourful culture and language. Through the course, students can expect to increase their understanding and awareness of cultural diversity and Indonesia’s importance to Australia.

Students will learn Indonesian through the development of:

• Their ability to communicate in Indonesian, socialising, informing, creating, translating, and reflecting
• Knowledge of Indonesian culture and society
• Understanding the language system, including sound, writing, grammar and text

Language concepts include:

• Myself
• Leisure time
• Food

Cultural concepts include:

• Family Kampung
• Geography
• Food & Cooking
• Ceremonies & Events
• Music & Songs
• Sister school activities

Assessment:

Students’ performance will be determined according to the subject’s Achievement Standards as outlined in the framework of the Australian Curriculum. Grades A to E will be used for reporting purposes.

Assessment is based on speaking, listening, reading and writing skills. An emphasis is placed on interpersonal skills through conversations, role plays, surveys, games and listening exercises.