Phase 2 – The Australian Curriculum
The second phase of the Australian Curriculum development involves geography, languages and the arts. Curriculum development timelines for these learning areas follows the process of phase 1 (English, mathematics, science and history).
The development of the Shape of the Australian Curriculum papers for these learning areas is preceded by a process in which ACARA considers positions in relation to a number of key issues.
These include whether the learning areas should have the same emphasis in the curriculum as those of phase 1, and whether they will carry the expectation of F-10 implementation for all students.
This process is supported by reference groups with learning area expertise. The composition of the reference groups for each of the learning areas is available for viewing under the specific learning area links.
Initial shape papers for geography, languages and the arts will be available for public consultation. Analysis of the consultation feedback will guide ACARA in setting directions for the development of the final shape papers for each learning area.
ACARA has appointed lead writers to support the writing of the initial advice shape papers. The names and short biographies of the lead writers are available in each of the learning areas links. Each lead writer will be supported by an advisory panel in developing the Shape Papers for these learning areas. Composition of the panel members are available for viewing under the specific learning area links.
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