13 English
Subject Description
Teacher in Charge: Mrs M. van Ansem.
English for students who want to continue to develop their analysis, research and writing skills beyond Level 2 English.
Objectives
- To engage in critical analysis of literature and film.
- To increase knowledge and interest in written and visual language choices.
- To develop confidence and ability in thinking, reasoning, discriminating and evaluating.
- To improve academic writing skills.
Content
- Study of written texts.
- Study and close viewing of visual texts.
- Oral presentation.
- Research and application of literary theories.
NOTE: English is not compulsory at Year 13.
Extension/Enrichment Opportunities
Year 13 students interested in sitting the English Scholarship exam are encouraged to select 13ENX. However, all Year 13 students can attend the English Scholarship tutorials that are offered from Term 2 onwards. In addition, the English Faculty offers a range of extension/enrichment opportunities including Debating, Spoken Word Poetry Club, writing clubs, external writing and speech competitions, and trips or performances relevant to the curriculum.
Recommended Prior Learning
14 Level 2 English credits, including at least ONE external.
Subject and Associated Costs
Course Costs: $21.00 (class text).
Associated Costs: Nil.
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This subject is eligible for subject endorsement.
This subject is approved for University Entrance.
External
NZQA Info
English 3.1 - Respond critically to specified aspect(s) of studied written text(s), supported by evidence
NZQA Info
English 3.2 - Respond critically to specified aspect(s) of studied visual or oral text(s), supported by evidence
NZQA Info
English 3.5 - Create and deliver a fluent and coherent oral text which develops, sustains, and structures ideas
NZQA Info
English 3.8 - Develop an informed understanding of literature and/or language using critical texts
NZQA Info
English 3.9 - Respond critically to significant aspects of visual and/or oral text(s) through close reading, supported by evidence
Approved subject for University Entrance
Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 18
Only students engaged in learning and achievement derived from Te Marautanga o Aotearoa are eligible to be awarded these subjects as part of the requirement for 14 credits in each of three subjects.
Disclaimer
It is important that you complete your option selection by the due date to enable you to have your preferred course of study. Course availability is dependent on numbers and staffing, and course entry will be confirmed at the beginning of the school year.