Module Outline
Date retreived
22/07/2026 9:37 PM AWST
22/07/2026 9:37 PM AWST
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Explore current issues
Explore current issues
Module
National Code
VU23573
VU23573
State Code
AZ868
AZ868
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
22/03/2024
Field of Education
120103 - Literacy And Numeracy Programmes
Nominal Hours
55
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required by EAL learners to explore local or international current issues including identifying and discussing key information and expressing an opinion about an issue.
The outcomes described in this unit relate to:
- the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF). They contribute directly to the achievement of ACSF indicators of competence for Oral Communication, Reading and Writing at Level 2
and
- the ISLPR (International Second Language Proficiency Ratings) descriptors for Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing. They contribute directly to the achievement of ISLPR Listening 2, Speaking 2, Reading 2 and Writing 2.
This unit applies to learners wishing to develop their language the skills and knowledge to explore and engage with current issues.
This unit is designed for integration and contextualisation with language units to support achievement of English language knowledge and skills.
No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
The outcomes described in this unit relate to:
- the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF). They contribute directly to the achievement of ACSF indicators of competence for Oral Communication, Reading and Writing at Level 2
and
- the ISLPR (International Second Language Proficiency Ratings) descriptors for Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing. They contribute directly to the achievement of ISLPR Listening 2, Speaking 2, Reading 2 and Writing 2.
This unit applies to learners wishing to develop their language the skills and knowledge to explore and engage with current issues.
This unit is designed for integration and contextualisation with language units to support achievement of English language knowledge and skills.
No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
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Elements and Performance Criteria
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AY483 | VU22609 | Explore current issues | Unit of competency |
Associated Qual/Courses
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BGV48 | 22639VIC | Certificate II in EAL (Access) | Accredited course |