Ο ΗΓΟΣ ΣΠΟΥ ΩΝ CURRICULUM

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1 Hellenic Community of Western Australia T h e C e n t r e f o r H e l l e n i c S t u d i e s, WA T o g e t h e r w e b u i l d t h e f u t u r e e «Μ α ζ ί χ τ ί ζ ο υ µ ε τ ο µ έ λ λ ο ν» Ο ΗΓΟΣ ΣΠΟΥ ΩΝ CURRICULUM 1 1

2 C O N T E N T S Aims... 3 Teaching Strategies and Materials Used Pre primary Year Years 2/ Years 4/ Years 6/ Years 8/ Years 11/ Teaching Material and Educational Programs Educational Program: «Πράγµατα και Γράµµατα». 11 Educational Program: «Ελληνικά µε την Παρέαµου»...12 Educational Program: «Μαργαρίτα»..12 Other Educational Programs Cultural Studies Teaching Material and Educational Programs (electronic form Weekly Homework Schedule Assessment and Reporting Programs and Books 2

3 Aims: To develop children s interest in the Greek language and culture. To help children understand and cultivate the Greek language and culture through themes, activities and games appropriate to their age and understanding. To provide the opportunity for children to learn to communicate effectively in Greek, in real - life situations. To extend their conceptual development. To teach children to develop their social skills and appreciate and respect individuality. To ensure enjoyment through participation while learning the Greek language. 3

4 Teaching Strategies and Materials Used KINDERGARTEN / PRIMARY Books Poems, songs Visual aids Projects Developmental play Computer activities Greek videos Discussion Drama Communication games SECONDARY Books Poems, songs Visual aids Projects Discussion / Debates Drama / Role plays Greek videos Computer activities Greek dance and Greek Orthodox Religion are part of the program. 4

5 PREP./ YEAR 1 OUTCOMES: STAGE 1 STAGE 2 Listening Demonstrate comprehension of Greek words and phrases by following routine class-room instructions, using single words or very short phrases, and identifying objects and numbers Speaking Use single words (colours, numbers) or short phrases in action related activities, songs and games in Greek. Reading Recognise single words or phrases in texts and provide key words in a story that is read in class. Writing Trace words and phrases, or copy words to identify an image. Me My family Celebrations Colours Friends Numbers Health Shapes Animals Fairy Tales Themes Listening Demonstrate an understanding of single items of information, such as number, color and location, through action, drawing, mime, drama,or by responding to questions. Speaking Respond to questions in everyday classroom and social routines (e.g. greetings, self, friends, belongings, roll call, date, weather, birthday song, naming objects, stating number). Reading Read words, labels/captions, short phrases and simple sentences. Writing Write and spell single words or phrases correctly to complete a simple sentence. Me Themes Family / Home Friends School Environment Special Days - Greek celebrations Animals Customs & traditions Celebrations Seasons Numbers Colours 5

6 OUTCOMES: YEARS 2 / 3 Listening Demonstrate an understanding of single items of information, such as numbers, colours and locations, through action, drawing, mime, drama, or by responding to questions. Speaking Respond to questions in everyday classroom and social routines (e.g. greetings, self, friends, belongings, roll call, date, weather, birthday song, naming objects, stating number). Reading Read words, labels/captions, short phrases and simple sentences. Writing Write and spell single words or phrases correctly to complete a simple sentence. Me - Myself Customs & traditions My family / My home Friends School Special Days Environment Animals Occupations Health / Nutrition Themes 6

7 OUTCOMES: YEARS 4 / 5 Listening Demonstrate an understanding of simple, factual information through answering questions, completing a grid and substituting words in a story. Speaking Make statements and ask simple questions to exchange greetings and personal information, seek help or instructions, describe a friend, everyday object or event. Reading Identify specific items of information in labels/captions, illustrated stories and poems, and use the information to make choices. Writing Write and spell short sentences correctly to convey a personal message, record factual information and describe images. My identity School Family & relatives Environment National celebrations Cultural traditions Animals Seasons Fairy Tales Themes 7

8 OUTCOMES: YEARS 6 / 7 Listening Demonstrate comprehension of main ideas and supporting details in social interaction and in informational texts by responding orally to questions, or by ordering and presenting information in a given written format, such as a diagram, graph or chart. Speaking Ask for and provide factual information about people, places or events; express feelings and preferences, and complete transactions. Reading Sequence, classify and compare key points of information and use the information to make a decision, complete a grid, or present results of, for example, a simple survey. Writing Write a paragraph to convey personal information, a sequence of events and information gained from other sources, in narratives, simple letters, charts, postcards, invitations. Themes My identity / My friends Family Picnics / Holidays Customs & traditions (social, cultural, national, religious) Cultural Celebrations Television Animals Mythology 8

9 OUTCOMES: YEARS 8 / 9 Listening Demonstrate an understanding of overall meaning and supporting details in authentic and modified written texts, oral discussions or presentations by using the information to solve simple problems, provide concrete reasons for an action/decision, or express a personal view on the topic. Speaking Present and request information and opinions (including evaluative comments) on memorable experiences, current and past events, and topics of interest, in class discussions, conversations and oral presentations. Reading Identify the main characters, events and themes in imaginative texts, extract details from informational texts and use the ideas to provide advice, make a decision, solve a problem. Writing Convey personal experiences, describe events, facts and opinions on topics of interest, or a topic of research through different types of text, such as letters, narratives, poems and reports. Themes Greece (History, Culture, Geography) Special Days Human relationships Technology and environment Daily Life 9

10 AIMS TEE LEVELS (2A2B & 3A3B) The program has been designed so that students will learn: To communicate successfully (orally and in writing) To develop and consolidate abilities in comprehension and reproduction of the Greek language To develop their personal and cultural identity To adequately prepare themselves in various language structures related to their everyday life, e.g. work, education,leisure, etc. To develop an awareness of the social and linguistic richness of the Australian society To understand the significance of an organised and systematic approach to the learning of the Greek language or any LOTE Themes Culture Life in Greece Australia Greeks Abroad Daily Life Human relationships Technology and environment To respect and value the ideas, way of life, the intellect, the literature, the history and the culture of Greece Generally, to acquire social and cultural knowledge which will be beneficial to themselves as well as the wider community. Please, note: Mentor school for the TEE program is St. Andrew s Grammar 11

11 Teaching Material and Educational Programs The Centre for Hellenic Studies, WA uses teaching material (either in text or electronic form) that has been produced by the Centre of Intercultural and Migration Studies (E.DIA.M.ME.) of the University of Crete. Level 1 - Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5 Level 2 Part 1 Level 2 Part 2 Level 3 Part 1 Level 3 Part 2 Level 4 Parts 1/2 Level 4 Level 4 Level 5 Educational Program: «Πράγµατα και Γράµµατα» «Παίζω και Μιλώ» «Παίζω και Μαθαίνω» «Βλέπω και ιαβάζω» «Μαθαίνω να ιαβάζω» «ιαβάζω και Γράφω» «Μιλώ και Γράφω Ελληνικά στις Γειτονιές του Κόσµου» «Γράµµατα Πάνε κι Έρχονται Ελληνικά στον Κόσµο» «Ο Κόσµος των Ελληνικών» «Καθώς Μεγαλώνουµε στον Κόσµο των Ελληνικών» «Βήµατα Μπροστά» «Κλειδιά της Ελληνικής Γραµµατικής» «Ανθολόγιο της ιασποράς» «Ανθολόγιο Κειµένων Νεοελληνικής Λογοτεχνίας» 12

12 Teaching Material and Educational Programs Level 1 Level 2 Level 1 Levels 1/2 Educational Program: «Ελληνικά µε την Παρέα µου» «Ελληνικά µε την Παρέα µου» «Ελληνικά µε την Παρέα µου» «Ελληνικά από Κοντά» «Κλειδιά της Ελληνικής Γραµµατικής» Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Level 6 «Μαργαρία 1» «Μαργαρία 2» «Μαργαρία 3» «Μαργαρία 4» «Μαργαρία 5» «Μαργαρία 6» Educational Program: «Μαργαρίτα» 13

13 Teaching Material and Educational Programs Level 3 - Part 1 Level 3 - Part 2 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Levels 1/2 Level 3 Level 4 Levels 3/4 Levels 2-4 «Ελληνικά! Γιατί Όχι;;» «Ελληνικά! Γιατί Όχι;» «Μιαφοράκιένανκαιρό» «Μιαφοράκιένανκαιρό» «Μαθαίνω να ιαβάζω και να Γράφω» «Εµείς και οι Άλλοι» «Στη Μυθοχώρα µε τα Φτερά του Πήγασου» «Ιστοριοδροµίες» «Από τη Ζωή των Ελλήνων στην Αυστραλία» «Στοιχεία Ελληνικού Πολιτισµού 1,2,3) Educational Program for Australia Additional Educational Program Cultural Studies 14

14 Teaching Material and Educational Programs (electronic form) Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 1 Level 3 Levelσ 1-3 Levels 2-4 CD-ROM: «ιαβάζω Γράφω Τραγουδώ» CD-ROM: «Μιλώ και Γράφω Ελληνικά» CD-ROM: «Καθώς Μεγαλώνουµε στον Κόσµο των Ελληνικών» CD-ROM: «Μαργαρίτα 1» CD-ROM: «Μαργαρίτα 2» CD-ROM: «Μαργαρίτα 3» CD-ROM: «Μαργαρίτα 4» Audio CD: «Μια Φορά κι έναν καιρό» CD-ROM: «Στη Μυθοχώρα µε τα Φτερά του Πήγασου» DVDs: «Μορµώ» (10 programs) DVD: «Ο ιαγόρας στην Ολυµπία» In addition, there are many other programs and books which are in use by the teachers of the Centre for Hellenic Studies, WA. 15

15 WEEKLY HOMEWORK SCHEDULE Each week, students receive a program outlining their homework and other tasks. ASSESSMENT AND REPORTING Written reports regarding students' progress are provided to parents twice a year. Copies of Reports are kept at the Centre for Hellenic Studies, WA. Students are assessed weekly on their homework and during class activities. Teachers provide weekly feedback to students regarding their work, and offer constructive comments on their performance. Teachers keep detailed records of students' progress. Parents are encouraged to discuss their children's progress with class teachers or the coordinator of the Centre for Hellenic Studies, WA. PROGRAMS AND BOOKS Text books and curriculum are revised on a regular basis in order to suit the needs of our students. The Centre for Hellenic Studies, WA implements special language programs for non-greek speaking students and students who speak limited Greek. 16