Glendowie College
9 English
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Year 13 (2025) students are required to attend Subject Confirmation on Thursday 23 January to finalise their timetable.
Subject Description
Teacher in Charge: Mrs M. van Ansem.
MYP Language and Literature
Compulsory Core Subject
Objectives
In this course, you will explore the four key concepts of English Language and Literature: Communication, Creativity, Connection, and Perspective. You will apply Language and Literature skills and knowledge in a variety of real-life contexts. The course includes listening, speaking, reading, writing, viewing, and presenting in a variety of mediums. There will be opportunities for reading literature from diverse cultures.
Content
MYP Unit | Outline |
Tūrangawaewae: Under the Thistle | Our turangawaewae influences how we express ourselves creatively. |
Stories from Near and Far | A purpose of stories is to develop empathy, connecting us to those whose lives are different from ours. |
What makes a hero? | Film makers use technically innovative ways to communicate their idea of what a hero is. |
Or, What You Will | True identity is a matter of perspective given that we all mask ourselves for an audience. |
Extension/Enrichment Opportunities
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.
Subject and Associated Costs
Course Costs: Nil.
Associated Costs: Nil.
Pathway
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.
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