Languages by Distance Education - Continuers
Distance Education (D.E.) : Continuers Level. Separate Application Process and Enrolment Form
ATAR Course
For Whom is the Course Intended?
Students who have studied a target language as an elective subject in Years 8 to 10, or are deemed to have the equivalent level of knowledge from other experiences, such as extended exchanges.
Pre-Requisites
A satisfactory level of achievement in the elective target course in Years 8-10, or equivalent standard.
Content
Year 11 and Year 12
The main Course aims are to develop the student’s:
- ability to use the target language to communicate with others.
- understanding and appreciation of the cultural contexts in which the target language is used.
- cognitive, learning and social skills.
- ability to apply the target language to work, further study, training or leisure
Assessment
Year 11: Assessment components include:
- Speaking
- Listening and responding
- Reading and responding
- Writing in the target language
Year 12: The internal HSC assessment mark for a Continuers Language is based on the external HSC Examination assessment structure.
External Assessment
An oral examination consisting of
- Conversation
A written examination consisting of
- Listening and Responding
- Reading and responding
- Writing in target language
Assessment Tasks could take a variety of forms, depending on the individual Distance Education Provider. However, in each year, students will be assessed on how well they perform in the four skills areas: Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing.
NOTE: Enrolment is not automatic. There are very limited places for language by Distance Education due to supervision requirements.
Students following a Continuers Language course will be given preference for enrolment as a Distance Education student.
Costs
Distance Education Annual Fee is $800, payable BEFORE enrolment in Distance Education is processed. Enrolment is not automatic, places are limited. Late entries are not accepted.
Other Costs: Students of LOTE must have access to a CD/MP3 player or alternative.
All information on this page is correct at the this time but may be subject to change.