L3 English
Subject Description
Teacher in Charge: Katie McColl.
This is a challenging course of academic study which introduces high level critical thinking. Students will extend their analytical skills through the:
- Study of written and visual texts, demonstrating an appreciation of crafting and purpose,
- Craft and edit a range of original written texts that use deliberate language, structure and vocabulary for purpose and audience,
- Research and self-select critical sources to support an original hypothesis on a studied text.
This course offers you an exciting chance to think, create and craft in new and diverse ways. Choose this course if you are a passionate English student.
This course offers 21 credits (8 externally, 11 internally). All assessments are worth reading and writing credits for University Entrance.
Material fee: 0
Stationery requirements: 2 x 1B5, 1 x A4 refill, 1 x A4 folder or Clearfile.
Recommended Prior Learning
Pre-requisites: 6 or more UE Writing credits at Level 2
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
External
NZQA Info
English 3.1 - Respond critically to specified aspect(s) of studied written text(s), supported by evidence
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English 3.2 - Respond critically to specified aspect(s) of studied visual or oral text(s), supported by evidence
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English 3.4 - Produce a selection of fluent and coherent writing which develops, sustains, and structures ideas
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English 3.8 - Develop an informed understanding of literature and/or language using critical texts
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English 3.9 - Respond critically to significant aspects of visual and/or oral text(s) through close reading, supported by evidence
Approved subject for University Entrance
Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 21
Only students engaged in learning and achievement derived from Te Marautanga o Aotearoa are eligible to be awarded these subjects as part of the requirement for 14 credits in each of three subjects.