Graduate profile: (What qualities/additional skills will learners achieve by taking this course?)
This course is a specialist English course for students who enjoy the study of English literature. It has a strong literary component and focuses on critical analysis of written texts as well as improving writing skills. Students must enjoy and be willing to read and analyse complex texts such as Shakespeare and other classic works of literature.
They will learn:
- how to write confidently in a range of styles to express their ideas,
- how to explore and articulate their ideas verbally through speeches, presentations and debates,
- how to critically evaluate written texts using professional critical theory to enhance their ideas,
- why and how to use accurate and appropriate language in a range of situations and for different audiences, and
- how to improve and craft their writing.
Possible Career/ Vocational Pathway(s): (What career pathways are related to this course?)
Tertiary study, librarian, journalist, speechwriter, teacher, barrister, solicitor. In fact, the analysis, reading and writing skills will apply to all tertiary education.
Learning outcomes/Assessment links:
NCEA
Level | Standard
Number | Standard Descriptor | Credits | Assessment | Literacy | Numeracy | Vocational
Pathways |
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| 3 | AS91472 01 | English 3.1 - Respond critically to specified aspect(s) of studied written text(s),
supported by evidence | 4 | External | Yes
L1Lit, B Lit | No | C&I, M&T, PI,
SI, SC, CI |
| 3 | AS91474 01 | English 3.3 - Respond critically to specified aspect(s) of unfamiliar written text(s)
through close reading, supported by evidence | 4 | External | Yes
L1Lit, B Lit | No | C&I, M&T, PI,
SI, SC, CI |
| 3 | AS91475 01 | English 3.4 - Produce a selection of fluent and coherent writing which develops,
sustains, and structures ideas | 6 | Internal | Yes
L1Lit, W Lit | No | C&I, PI, SI, SC, CI |
| 3 | AS91476 03 | English 3.5 - Create and deliver a fluent and coherent oral text which develops,
sustains and structures ideas | 3 | Internal | Yes
L1Lit | No | C&I, M&T, PI,
SI, SC, CI |
| 3 | AS91478 01 | English 3.7 - Show understanding of significant connections across texts,
supported by evidence | 4 | Internal | Yes
Lit1 | No | C&I, M&T, PI,
SI, SC, CI |
| 3 | AS91479 01 | English 3.8 - Develop an informed understanding of literature and/or language
using critical texts | 4 | Internal | Yes
L1Lit, R Lit | No | C&I, PI, SI, SC, CI |
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| Total Available Credits | 25 |
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Note: Courses are subject to change with the review of courses at the end of each year. Course is endorseable. This is a University entrance approved subject.
Progression: (What courses does this course lead to?)
Tertiary study or own interest in literature and language.
Vocational/Industry Links: (What vocational or industry learning experiences will be included in this course?)
Contextualised contexts: (What local, cultural, real-life content is involved in this course?)
The study of English holds up a mirror and opens a window to the world. New Zealand and international texts are studied.
Teaching and Learning Approaches: (How will I learn in this course?)
Reading for analysis, writing, and discussion about themes and ideas play a central role in Level 3 English. Being prepared to read and discuss high level literature such as Shakespeare’s plays is a must. Students do not have to be ‘good’ at English, but they must be prepared to put in the mahi, time and effort.
Resource requirements: (What resources will I need to have to learn in this course?)
Students will require pens, refills and, if possible, a chrome book or computer.
Course Outline
Term 1
2 February - 16 April 2021
(10/11 weeks) | Term 2
03 May - 09 July 2021
(10 weeks) | Term 3
26 July - 01 October 2021
(10 weeks) | Term 4
18 October - early November 2021
(4 weeks) |
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AS91478 - Critical theory study
AS91474 - Unfamiliar texts
(introduction, then ongoing) | AS91472 - Connections across texts
(complete unit)
AS91474 - Unfamiliar texts
(ongoing) | AS91475 - Writing assessment
(complete unit)
AS91474 - Unfamiliar texts
(ongoing) | Preliminary examinations Revision for AS91472 and AS91474 (3 weeks) |
KEY DATES: Week 10: Critical theory AS91479 essay due (4 credits)
AS91479 Essay due. | KEY DATES: Week 10: Connections essay due
(4 credits) | KEY DATES: Week 2 & 3 - AS91476 - Presentations (3 credits)
Week 10: AS91475 - Writing assessment due (optional)
Derived Grade examinations | KEY DATES: Week 5: NZQA Examinations
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