11EN

NCEA Level 1 English

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mrs P. Holmes.

Ko te reo te tuakiri, ko te reo tōku ahurei, ko te reo te ora

Language is my identity; language is my uniqueness; language is life

This course will build student’s awareness and appreciation of language and literature, as well as their ability to express their views and ideas with confidence. Rangatahi will have the opportunity to explore a wide range of stories and viewpoints through our unique Aotearoa lens. Students will understand that language is powerful.




Recommended Prior Learning

A successful year in English in Year 10 with a curriculum level 5/6, as assessed against the national curriculum descriptors.

Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

Ring-binder, 14B8, subject dividers, personal laptop

Pathway

Career Pathways

Assessment Information

Standards to be assessed will be chosen from the above list, based on students' strengths and interests, in conjunction with their English teacher


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

POLICY
It is the policy of Taupo-nui-a-Tia College to have school-wide policies that inform parents and students of the criteria for administering all Assessments for National Qualifications.

Credits listed may change.