Frequently Asked Questions as they relate to the K-10 Syllabus website and its content.

• Who wrote the content?
• Can I use the materials in my classroom?
• Can I adapt the materials to suit my needs?
• Can I give the materials to others?
• Is it compulsory to use the K-10 Syllabuses?

• Can I have a CD-Rom?
• Can I have paper versions?
• Why is material presented in Word and Acrobat?
• I have a comment and/or feedback. What do I do?
• Who do I contact for help?
  
  

CONTENT

Who wrote the content?

Practising educators from across Western Australia. Reference groups of teachers and educators were used to refine the content. More than 6,000 teachers were consulted during the development process.

Can I use the materials in my classroom?

Yes. You are encouraged to do so.

Can I adapt the materials to suit my needs?

Yes. Every classroom is different, and every student has specific needs. The materials should serve as a resource when planning for teaching and learning.

Can I give the materials to others?

You are welcome to distribute the materials amongst your colleagues.

Is it compulsory to use the K-10 Syllabuses ?

No. The K-10 Syllabuses, which are advisory materials, are intended to assist you in the implementation of the Curriculum Framework by detailing content for each year of schooling and phase of development.

TECHNICAL

Can I have a CD-Rom?

It is not possible to supply content on CD-Rom. Users are welcome to download and keep content for their own use, and distribute it to colleagues.

Can I have paper versions?

Although print versions of K-10 Syllabuses and syllabus resources may be produced in the future, the current priority is to present electronic versions for download from the K-10 syllabus website.

Why is material presented in Word and Acrobat?

Adobe Acrobat ensures layout and formatting are preserved in distributed documents, but is problematic when copying or editing is needed. Word format allows the user to copy and edit the content, but is a little less ‘solid’ in preserving layout. The content of documents presented in both formats is identical.

I have a comment and/or feedback. What do I do?

Please contact us. We welcome your views. Use the general site feedback form, or email us at k10syllabus@det.wa.edu.au.

Who do I contact for help?

• Your school network administrator may assist you with software issues.
• For login and DET applications issues (if using a DET computer on a DET site) the Customer Service Centre may assist. Call 9264 5555.
• If you have other queries specific to K-10 syllabus, use the site feedback form or email k10syllabus@det.wa.edu.au.