Level 1 History
11HIS Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mr D. Samuela
HISTORY – YEAR 11
NCEA LEVEL 1
CODE: 11HIS
Through a study of some of the major trends and developments in our country and elsewhere, Level 1 History aims at helping students develop an understanding of historical developments and historical inquiry. The content of this course is concerned with some important social, economic and political issues of the twentieth century, such as the Origins of WWII, The 1981 Springbok Tour and the American Black Civils Rights movement of the 1950s-1970s.
Pathway
Level 2 Classical Studies, Level 2 History
Entry RequirementsAchieve at a minimum of Level 5 of the curriculum in all aspects of the end-of-year Year 10 Social Studies exam. All others will be considered at the discretion of the HoF Social Sciences and/or TIC History.
Credit Information
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
| Assessment | Level |
Internal or External |
Credits |
L1 Literacy Credits | UE Literacy Credits | Numeracy Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A.S. 91001 v3 History 1.1 - Carry out an investigation of an historical event, or place, of significance to New Zealanders | 1 |
I |
4 |
Y |
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| A.S. 91002 v3 History 1.2 - Demonstrate understanding of an historical event, or place, of significance to New Zealanders | 1 |
I |
4 |
Y |
||
| A.S. 91003 v3 History 1.3 - Interpret sources of an historical event of significance to New Zealanders | 1 |
E |
4 |
Y |
||
| A.S. 91004 v3 History 1.4 - Demonstrate understanding of different perspectives of people in an historical event of significance to New Zealanders | 1 |
I |
4 |
Y |
||
| A.S. 91005 v3 History 1.5 - Describe the causes and consequences of an historical event | 1 |
E |
4 |
Y |
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Total Credits |
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Total Credits Available: 20 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 8 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 12 credits.
Course availability is dependent on numbers and staffing, and course entry will be confirmed at the beginning of 2021. Students will be required to select additional back-up courses as part of this process.