Specific to Learning Areas
"The key concepts in specific subjects underpin the functional elements, including competence (English, Mathematics) and capability (ICT); critical understanding (English, Mathematics) and critical evaluation (ICT). The key concept of creativity (English, Mathematics) also has an important role to play in developing the aptitudes, attitudes and behaviours that enable young people to play a full role in the workplace, in education and in their wider communities. In its widest sense, creativity is concerned with flexibility of thinking, responsiveness to unfamiliar situations and ideas and the ability to use skills and critical thinking in appropriate ways."
(Ref:
QCDA 2011)
Functional English skills
Individuals with functional English skills are confident and capable when using the skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing. They are able to:
- Communicate effectively, adapting to a range of audiences and contexts
- Explain information clearly and succinctly in speech and writing
- Express a point of view reasonably and persuasively
- Use ICT to communicate effectively
- Read and understand information and instructions, then use this understanding to act appropriately
Teachers identify key concepts and processes in the subject area, describe the function and purpose of subject-specific tools, understanding of these key concepts and processes (KD.2.a).
