12 English - Non Fiction
12ENN Subject DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mrs M. van Ansem.
Recommended Prior LearningCourse completion of Year 11 English.
This is a Level 2 English course for students who are interested in exploring how we tell true stories. The focus is on nonfiction texts and/or texts based on real-life events.
Objectives
- Engage with written, visual, and oral texts by evaluating information, analysing language, and responding critically.
- Develop writing skills and produce a range of written text types.
- Develop oral presentation skills.
- Develop information literacy skills.
Content
- Nonfiction written text analysis - autobiography or based on a true story.
- Unfamiliar text skills - New Zealand, Māori, and Pasifika short texts.
- Produce a writing portfolio of a range of nonfiction writing (for example, opinion writing).
- Research a course-related topic and develop conclusions.
- Produce an oral presentation (for example, a speech or podcast).
Extension/Enrichment Opportunities
Year 12 students may attend weekly tutorials in Terms 2 and 3 to prepare for Scholarship English. 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.
Faculties:
Assessment Policy & Procedures Assessment Information
Year 13 English Guideline(s):
14 credits at Level 2, including at least ONE external standard.
13 English, 13 English Extension
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Subject and Associated CostsCourse Costs: Nil.
Associated Costs: Nil.