Reflecting on Learning

Unit: Deaf Sports Interviews

Lesson 22 of 27

Duration: 70 minutes
Class size: 16 Year 9 Students
Learning Area: Languages (Auslan focus recommended, based on unit theme)

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Learning Objectives

Aligned to the Australian Curriculum (v9) for Languages, Years 9-10, focusing on reflective skills and cultural understanding in language learning:

• AC9L1AU10C03: Evaluate and synthesise information, ideas and perspectives in a broad range of signed, visual and multimodal texts and respond appropriately to cultural context, purpose and audience.
• Engage students in reflective practice about their language learning, communication, and cultural awareness developed through the unit.
• Foster critical thinking about language use, challenges and successes in Auslan or chosen language experience around Deaf sports interviews.
• Promote interpersonal and intrapersonal skills through collaborative discussion and personal reflection.

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Curriculum References

• Reflection and evaluation skills in languages: AC9L1AU10C03 - supported elaborations include analysing signed texts, cultural contexts in Deaf communication, and sharing insights about communication strategies and cultural respect【17:AC9L1AU10C03】.
• Cultural understanding and identity through languages: understanding how language shapes identity and intercultural communication, supported generally in language curriculum but specifically Auslan offers unique insights into Deaf culture and community.

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Lesson Outline

Time	Activity	Description	Resources	Curriculum Links
0-10 min	Warm-up: Think-Pair-Share	Students individually reflect on their favourite part and biggest challenge of the “Deaf Sports Interviews” unit. Then pair up to share and compare experiences.	Reflection prompt cards or whiteboard	AC9L1AU10C03_E3, E5
10-25 min	Group Discussion: Challenges and Successes	In small groups (4), students discuss what they found challenging learning Auslan or the language of the unit and what strategies helped overcome these. Each group prepares a 2-minute summary.	Group recording sheet, whiteboard or chart paper	AC9L1AU10C03_E1, E6, E9
25-35 min	Interactive Digital Reflection	Using tablets or computers, students complete an interactive survey or journal entry (e.g. using Padlet or Google Forms if allowed) on how their interaction with Deaf culture and language has changed their understanding and attitudes.	Devices with internet and form/journal template	AC9L1AU10C03_E11
35-50 min	Video Clips & Peer Feedback	Watch a short selected Auslan interview clip from class unit content or peer recordings. Students give feedback on communication effectiveness, cultural expression, and language use. Discussion facilitated to highlight learning points.	Video projector, headphones, peer feedback forms	AC9L1AU10C03_E2, E5, E7
50-65 min	Creative Reflection: Visual or Signed Self-Profile	Students create a visual or signed self-profile, presenting aspects of their language learning journey, identity, and what Deaf culture means to them, inspired by the unit. Can be drawn, graphic, or video-signed.	Art materials, video recording device	AC9L1AU10C03_E9, AC9LV10C05_E9
65-70 min	Plenary: Whole Class Sharing	Volunteers share their self-profiles or reflections. Teacher facilitates linking reflections to broader language and cultural learning goals.	Classroom space	AC9L1AU10C03

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Assessment

Formative Assessment:

• Observation of participation and engagement in paired and group discussions.
• Review of interactive reflection entries or journals to assess depth of reflection on language learning and cultural understanding.
• Evaluation of peer feedback for appropriateness and cultural awareness.
• Self-profile outputs evaluated for evidence of personal and cultural insight and understanding emerging from the unit.

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Differentiation and Inclusivity

• Support all learners by providing vocabulary lists and scaffolds for reflection.
• Encourage use of preferred communication mode, including signing, writing, or drawing.
• Allow flexible output for creative reflection (video signing, drawing, writing).
• Foster a respectful environment to accommodate varied experiences with Deaf culture and Auslan.

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Resources Needed

• Devices for digital reflection tasks
• Videos/audios from earlier unit lessons
• Paper, art supplies or devices for creative tasks
• Whiteboard and markers for feedback and discussion
• Reflection prompt cards

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Teacher Notes

• Draw on students’ personal experience and encourage sharing to build intercultural empathy.
• Reiterate the importance of reflection in language learning, especially for languages tied closely to culture like Auslan.
• Provide constructive feedback aligned to the Australian Curriculum's capabilities of critical and creative thinking, personal and social capability, and intercultural understanding.

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This lesson embraces both deep reflection and creative expression, aligned with the Australian Curriculum (v9) Languages objectives for Year 9, specifically Auslan, which relates well to the "Deaf Sports Interviews" context. It integrates multimodal texts, cultural reflection, and interpersonal skills to fully engage students in their learning journey【17:AC9L1AU10C03】【0:AC9LV10C05】.