People credited with this unit standard are able to read and view a variety of text types with understanding and to justify their views and responses by reference to detailed evidence from texts.

People credited with this unit standard are able to read and view a variety of text types with understanding and to justify their views and responses by reference to detailed evidence from texts. They are also able to evaluate the effectiveness of different texts for different audiences and purposes by using a set of criteria for analysis.

Course Content

  • Unfamiliar words/signs are identified. Their meanings are correctly determined by using knowledge of syntax, word-attack skills/sign parameter/analysis skills, and contextual clues.
  • Different options for the meanings of ambiguous words are tested, and selected meanings are correct in relation to the context
  • The main ideas are separated from supporting evidence and paraphrased or summarised
  • The purpose of visual and/or graphic representations in texts are recognised and explained
  • Features of visual texts are explained in relation to the way they impact meaning.
  • The source of the text is identified and discussed in terms of reliability and possible bias.
  • Attitudes, beliefs and intentions are explored to determine the point of view expressed either directly or indirectly.
  • Techniques are explored and explained in terms of purpose and audience.
  • Promotion of, or support for, a particular line of thought/cause is identified and explained concerning the selection or omission of materials
  • Instructions and requests are acted upon
  • The text type, format and register used are on the appropriate level of formality.
  • The choice of words/signs, language usage, symbols, pictures and tone/sign size and pace are described in terms of how a point of view is shaped or supported
  • Non-accredited: Short course only  
  • Duration: 1h 30m
  • Delivery: Classroom/Online/Blended
  • Access Period: 12 Months 
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