Module Outline
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Investigate features of the education system in Australia
Investigate features of the education system in Australia
Module
National Code
VU21472
VU21472
State Code
47480
47480
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
10/12/2013
Field of Education
120103 - Literacy And Numeracy Programmes
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge for learners of English as an additional language to examine the features of the Australian education system.
The unit provides an introduction to the structure of the Australian education system, and the cultural features of education in Australia.
The outcomes described in this unit relate to:
- The ISLPR (International Second Language Proficiency Ratings) descriptors for Speaking and Listening, Reading and Writing. They contribute directly to the achievement of ISLPR Speaking 2+, Listening 2+, Reading 2+ / 3 and Writing 2+ / 3
and
- the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF). They contribute directly to the achievement of ACSF indicators of competence in Reading and Writing and Oral Communication at Level 3
The unit provides an introduction to the structure of the Australian education system, and the cultural features of education in Australia.
The outcomes described in this unit relate to:
- The ISLPR (International Second Language Proficiency Ratings) descriptors for Speaking and Listening, Reading and Writing. They contribute directly to the achievement of ISLPR Speaking 2+, Listening 2+, Reading 2+ / 3 and Writing 2+ / 3
and
- the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF). They contribute directly to the achievement of ACSF indicators of competence in Reading and Writing and Oral Communication at Level 3
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Elements and Performance Criteria
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 38124 | VPAM546 | Education in Australia | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AY491 | VU22617 | Investigate features of the education system in Australia | Module |
Associated Qual/Courses
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1673 | 22253VIC | Certificate III in EAL (Access) | Accredited course |