What happened to AusVELS?
AusVELS was the Foundation to Year 10 curriculum (2013-2016) for Victorian government and Catholic schools, and from 1 January 2017 has been replaced by the Victorian Curriculum F-10 as the mandated curriculum for all Victorian government and Catholic schools.
Where can I find an archived copy of the AusVELS curriculum?
Archived copies of previous Victorian curricula, including an archived copy of the AusVELS curriculum, are accessible via the VCAA Curriculum Resources previous curricula webpage.
What is the curriculum like at Level 2?
From Foundation to Level 2, the curriculum focuses on developing the knowledge, skills and understanding to express reasoning and to problem solve and learn more effectively. Students become familiar with key vocabulary and simple strategies to structure and improve thinking.
What do students learn in Level 1 and 2?
In Levels 1 and 2, students continue their exploration of how dance can communicate ideas about themselves and their world and they make dances to express their ideas. They share their dance with peers and in informal settings, learn about safe dance practice and experience dance as audiences.
What happens in Level 7 and Level 8?
In Levels 7 and 8, students make and respond to dance, independently, with their peers, teachers and communities. They explore dance forms and styles through choreography and performance and by exploring ideas and intentions, forms and elements.
What is the curriculum like in Level 7 and Level 8?
In Levels 7 and 8, the curriculum focuses on developing the knowledge, skills and understanding to analyse thinking and the selection and application of a range of techniques to support effective thinking. Students learn strategies to assist them synthesise their thinking.
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