NCEA Level 1 History
11HIS Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mr R. Gregory.
Recommended Prior LearningA good ability in reading and writing is recommended to cope with the texts and the compulsory written assessments.
Year 11 History concentrates on 20th Century history as a means of helping students better understand their world and their place in it. A variety of topics will be chosen from the selection below.
1. Black Civil Rights in the USA 1950-1970: A topic which has relevant comparisons to NZ case studies such as the Dawn Raids and Polynesian Panthers.
2. The Rise of Hitler: Students will examine him as a historical figure who had a significant impact. Comparisons can be made to other significant figures in the history of Aotearoa.
3. Various NZ contexts: such as The Land March of 1975; Racism in Pukekohe in the 1950-60s; Protests through the 1970s and 80s eg Springbok Tour, Nuclear Free, Anti-Vietnam, Bastion Point.
Important History Concepts such as Perspectives, Impact, Turangawaewae, Whakapapa, Tuakiri, Mana, Power, Identity, are examined throughout the topics.
Faculties:
Assessment Policy & Procedures Pathway
NCEA Level 2 Classical Studies, NCEA Level 2 History
Contributions and Equipment/StationeryRing binder, 14B8 A4 refill, subject dividers or 2B8, highlighters.
A personal device is required for this subject.