This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to identify the fundamental and major differences between Auslan and English structure. It also covers knowledge about how Auslan can be effectively learnt.

Knowledge of these key principles underpins effective learning of Auslan as a second language.

This unit applies to individuals who have no experience or limited experience in Auslan and who are developing their initial Auslan skills to converse as basic users of Auslan.

No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice	Yes	No	Comments/feedback
Source information on common myths about sign languages to address misconceptions about Auslan.
Compare types of bilingualism in hearing and Deaf communities.
Identify key elements of effectively learning Auslan as a second language.
Identify the main word classes of English and sign basic examples in Auslan.
Explain word order and its importance in English.
Produce basic signed sentences that use different word order to English.
Source and sign examples of semantic equivalence between English words and Auslan signs.
Source and sign examples of non-equivalent semantics between English words and Auslan signs.
Identify signs that have an arbitrary relationship between form and meaning.
Identify and use signs that have an iconic relationship between form and meaning.

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