Year 12
202 English: Right Here, Right Now
Prerequisites Completion of a Diploma Prep course in English or a high literacy subject in the Humanities, reaching the minimum level of Stage 3 is strongly recommended for study of English at NCEA. Students not meeting these requirements should speak to the HoD to discuss suitability of enrolment in this course. Exclusions Students can only take one Level 2 English course. Description A more contemporary take on English, this course explores the interplay between literature, media and the world we live in. These classes have been designed to ensure students are exposed to the real skills required for success across tertiary study. There’s research, reading and writing skills and plenty of analysis— all brought to life through the examination of contemporary social issues. Students in this course will produce a portfolio of crafted writing, study a novel or extended written text and a range of shorter written texts and film.
Assessment This course contributes towards NCEA Level 2, with 18 credits. The following Achievement Standards will be assessed: • AS 91098 (4 credits – external) – reading & writing credits Analyse specified aspect(s) of studied written text(s). • AS 91099 (4 credits – external) – writing credits Analyse specified aspect(s) of studied visual text(s). • AS 91105 (4 credits – internal) – reading credits Use information literacy skills to form developed conclusion(s). • AS 91101 (6 credits – internal) – writing credits Produce a selection of crafted and controlled writing.
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