Elements and Performance Criteria

element 1

Read an inclusive variety of written texts and record the reading experience.

Range: at least nine written texts from at least three different categories - categories may include contemporary novel, pre-20th century text, collection of short stories, drama, poetry anthology, extended magazine articles, biography, reference books, website.

performance criteria

1.1 Selection includes more than one cultural perspective and has regard to gender balance.

1.2 Reading includes at least two texts with an established critical reputation.

1.3 Reading log records date of main entry, gives title and writer or source of each text, and a brief personal response with specific reference to details of each text.

1.4 Evidence of texts having been read is demonstrated for at least one random sample text recorded in the reading log.

Range: evidence of text having been read could be through discussion, or other appropriate written, oral, or visual form.