identify meaningful connections and areas for comparison
explain and analyse – similarities and differences between texts in the presentation of related ideas , issues and themes – the choices made by authors to convey particular perspectives
compare texts to negotiate and communicate a deeper understanding of ideas, issues and themes
apply the conventions of discussion
use textual evidence appropriately to support comparative analysis
plan comparative responses, taking account of the purpose, context and audience in determining the selected content and approach
develop and clarify ideas and insight gained through comparison using discussion and writing
draft, review, edit and refine comparative responses, using feedback gained from individual reflection, and peer and teacher comments
apply the conventions of spelling, punctuation and syntax of Standard Australian English accurately and appropriately.
an understanding of the ideas, issues and themes presented in texts
the ways authors convey ideas, issues and themes in texts
the features of written, spoken and multimodal texts used by authors to convey ideas, issues and themes
the ways in which different texts provide different perspectives on ideas, issues and themes and how comparing them can offer an enriched understanding of the ideas, issues and themes
the conventions of discussion
the features of comparative analysis: structure, conventions and language, including relevant metalanguage
the conventions of spelling, punctuation and syntax of Standard Australian English.
