Kaiapoi High School
Level 2 English - Classic to Contemporary
Course Description
Head of Faculty/Teacher in Charge: Ms J. Collins.
Level 2 English - Classic to Contemporary, covers a range of text types and learning activities. The course requires students to write in a range of styles, explore language, and think critically about the communication of ideas in a range of texts, including film. Students will also complete a research project, write in a range of styles, and complete reading and viewing assessments.
Course Overview
What is taught in courses varies from year to year. This course could include:
Information Literacy
For this topic you will choose a controversial issue in the news and investigate the different sides of the argument. You will use research and analytical skills to develop conclusions regarding the issue, presenting your findings and conclusions in a written report.
This standard is worth 4 Reading credits towards Level 2 Literacy.
Writing Portfolio
This unit will be assessed in Term Three, with learning and preparation being ongoing throughout the year. You will produce at least two polished pieces of writing in different formats and styles. You will be assessed on your ability to follow written conventions and write with fluency and flair.
This standard is worth 6 Writing credits towards Level 2 Literacy.
Written Text Study
In this unit you will look at the elements which are part of creating a successful written text. You will look at the way ideas are conveyed through different aspects of the text and how these ideas are relevant to lessons for wider society. This will be assessed in the examination at the end of the year.
This standard is worth 4 Reading or Writing credits towards Level 2 Literacy.
Visual or Oral Text Study
In this unit you will look at the elements which are part of creating a successful visual or oral text. You will consider the way that ideas are conveyed through different aspects of the text and how these ideas are relevant to lessons for society. You will also look at how the director or speaker has used verbal and/or visual language techniques to communicate ideas. This will be assessed at the end of the year.
This standard is worth 4 Writing credits towards Level 2 Literacy.
Personal Reading Responses
For this topic you will read, watch and possibly listen to a range of self-chosen texts. You will then respond to ideas and aspects of the text, showing your personal connections to the text, as well as connections to the world around you.
This is an optional additional standard and is worth 4 Reading Credits towards Level 2 Literacy.
Recommended Prior Learning
To be accepted for this course students must have earned 13 credits from Level 1 English, including at least one external standard, or HOF approval.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
Charged device. Pen.
Pathway
English is a foundational skill, which is of value in any future career. This is particularly true in people-related jobs such as; social work, health care, journalism, media, education, etc.
English is also useful in support of many other subject areas, and is a prerequisite for a number of courses, both in school and beyond.
Assessment Information
Two internal and two external Achievement Standards are offered in this course, with the option of an additional internal standard.This course provides the opportunity to meet the Literacy requirements for University Entrance as it includes 8 reading credits (with 4 optional reading credits) and 14 writing credits for University Entrance Literacy.
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
External
NZQA Info
English 2.1 - Analyse specified aspect(s) of studied written text(s), supported by evidence
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English 2.2 - Analyse specified aspect(s) of studied visual or oral text(s), supported by evidence
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English 2.4 - Produce a selection of crafted and controlled writing
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English 2.8 - Use information literacy skills to form developed conclusion(s)
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English 2.9 - Form developed personal responses to independently read texts, supported by evidence
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Disclaimer
Please note that courses will go ahead only if student numbers, staffing, and timetabling allow it. Where a subject is oversubscribed, and there are insufficient numbers or resources to create an extra class, a ballot system may be applied.
Costs
The Board of Trustees has again asked to opt into the Ministry of Education donation scheme. Doing so resulted in the ability to waive student fee donations. Kaiapoi High School aims to deliver quality educational courses over and above those that which is funded by the Ministry. It is likely the School will opt into the donation scheme for 2025, however parental contribution for the costs of trips and activities where participation is optional, and/or components not covered by the Government grant, may be requested. We appreciate the financial support our families make to the School.
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