1ENG3

1 English - Heroes and villains

Course Description

With a focus on storytelling, this course offers learners the chance to read, view and write creative texts, as well as analyse the ideas within them. From traditional heroes and villains, to modern twists on these classic character types, jump into the exciting world of good versus evil. Explore how, even in the most evil of villains, there can lurk some good, some regret, some pain, some heartbreak... And how, even in the most saintly of heroes, can hide some evil, some jealousy, some vanity and ego... Study texts that are both modern (think Marvel) and classic (think Maui). Assessment in this course is mostly internal, with one assessment graded externally.  

Internally learners will analyse the language used in different speeches as well as critically analyse written and verbal text.  Their external is the creation of a portfolio of writing.  By completing these assessments learners will achieve their NCEA literacy requirement.

This course is for learners who want to continue to develop their English skills with the possibility of further study.

Learners can only select ONE English course.

Pathway

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.

Total Credits Available: 20 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 10 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 10 credits.

Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91924 v3
NZQA Info
English 1.1 - Demonstrate understanding of how context shapes verbal language use
Level: 1
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: Y
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91925 v3
NZQA Info
English 1.2 - Demonstrate understanding of specific aspects of studied text
Level: 1
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: Y
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91926 v4
NZQA Info
English 1.3 - Develop ideas in writing using stylistic and written conventions
Level: 1
Internal or External: External
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: Y
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91927 v4
NZQA Info
English 1.4 - Demonstrate understanding of significant aspects of unfamiliar texts
Level: 1
Internal or External: External
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: Y
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 20
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 20
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 0

Disclaimer

Please note that course assessment and costs/equipment may change.