Level 1 English
L1ENGL Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Ms J. Collins
Recommended Prior LearningThis course has no prerequisites; open entry to all.
Level 1 English covers a range of learning activities focused on communicating and interpreting ideas. Students will explore language and think critically about language and literature. Tasks include reading, writing, speaking, viewing, research,ing and connecting ideas.
Three internal and two external Achievement Standards are offered in this course, with the option of an additional internal standard. This allows students ample opportunity to gain credits.
Learning will be assessed in class time and for homework, as well as in the examination in November.
Faculties:
Pathway
Level 2 English - Classic to Contemporary, Level 2 English - Oral & Visual, Level 2 Food and Nutrition, Level 2 History, Level 2 Psychology
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.