1ENGB

1 English - Mind-control and manipulation

Course Description

Learning Area Leader: Mrs A. Evans.

Learners will learn about the way that we as an audience can be manipulated through the way information is communicated.


Skills/content you will cover in this course 

  • Reading

  • Writing

  • Analysis

  • Communication.


Skills you need to be successful in this course - you will need to have a good level of literacy.  You will need to be able to read and write independently as well as sit an examination. 

This course is useful for or will lead to - all courses at Level 2, especially any literacy rich courses.  It will also be helpful in attaining University Entrance Literacy. 


*Please note that learner must choose a Level 1 English course, however cannot choose more than one*

Recommended Prior Learning

Learners need to have achieved Level 1 Literacy.

Additional Course Specific Contributions & Equipment/Stationery

General stationery and a 1B5 Exercise Book 7mm Ruled 40 Leaves.

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
Internal Assessed Credits: 10
External Assessed Credits: 10
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.