Frequently asked questions
How can I get involved in the development of national curriculum?
There are various ways to get involved in developing national curriculum. There will be opportunities for face-to-face discussions with the Board; participation in state, territory and regional events; and information sessions. Consultation will also take place through e-engagement strategies via this website. Watch for opportunities to engage in chats and online forums, share your views through submissions, view vodcasts of presentations, and register as a stakeholder. The website will offer these opportunities in the coming months.
How will national curriculum be developed?
National curriculum will be developed collaboratively across Australia with key education stakeholders and the general community.
In what way and to what extent will regional and local variations of curriculum be provided for?
National curriculum consultation and development processes will help the Board determine core content for English, mathematics, the sciences, and history. There will be flexibility for local variations to meet the needs of the different learning and teaching contexts across Australia.
What are achievement standards?
Achievement standards indicate the knowledge, understanding and skills that are expected of students.
What is being developed for national curriculum?
English, mathematics, science, and history curriculum will be developed and implemented in schools from 2011. A second suite of curriculum will include languages and geography. The timeline for their implementation has not yet been determined.
Will all states/territories implement national curriculum?
Yes. All states/territories will implement national curriculum.
Will curriculum documents include cross-curriculum learnings?
Yes. During the development phase it is expected that advisory groups will determine which cross-curriculum learnings are most appropriate and to what extent they should be taught.
Will national curriculum for English, mathematics, the sciences, and history be implemented for all years of schooling?
During the development process decisions will be made about the scope of learning In english, mathematics, the sciences, and history and what should be taught at different stages or years of schooling.
Will national curriculum take into account students’ different rates of learning?
Yes.
Will national curriculum take into account the different ways primary and secondary teachers teach?
Yes.
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