English K–10 Draft Syllabus Version 2

7 Content
7.1 Organisation of content

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Content specifies the expected learning for students as they work to achieve the outcomes and
describes the subject matter that is to be studied. Syllabus content reflects a balance between
the acquisition of knowledge and the specific processes of learning in English so that students
are encouraged to engage in, take responsibility for, and continue their own learning.
The knowledge, understanding and skills described provide a sound basis for students to
successfully move to the next stage of learning. Teachers will make decisions about the
sequence of learning and the emphasis to be given to particular areas of content, based on the
needs of their students.
The English K–10 Syllabus draws on different theoretical perspectives to emphasise students
making meaning as they respond to and compose texts. The following diagram indicates the
integrated relationship between objectives, learning outcomes and key processes that allow
students to use language meaningfully in a range of contexts.

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