Level 1 History
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mr P. Besley.
History provides an opportunity for learners to understand how the past has shaped and influenced our understanding of both ourselves and the world around us. In the past, people have challenged society and what has been “normalised” to make changes for the better.
You will learn about what caused society to be the way it was and what caused the challenges by people and groups. You will learn about the effects of these events on people at the time and since and how these events have been viewed by the people involved.
History prepares learners for the future because it equips them with knowledge and skills, such as the ability to effectively communicate ideas and make them clear to others. We will also explore the importance of belonging and being connected to both people and place, as well as the importance of having a place to stand, where people feel secure, safe, respected, and accepted for who they are.
Key topics that we will explore include the American Civil Rights Movement and Protest in New Zealand e.g. 1981 Springbok Rugby Tour and the 1975 Land March. We also look at global conflict such as World War 2 and the Cold War.
All of the standards in this course contribute towards literacy.
Recommended Prior Learning
TIC and/or HoF discretion
Pathway
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
External
NZQA Info
History 1.1 - Engage with a variety of primary sources in a historical context
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History 1.2 - Demonstrate understanding of the significance of a historical context
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History 1.3 - Demonstrate understanding of historical concepts in contexts of significance to Aotearoa New Zealand
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History 1.4 - Demonstrate understanding of perspectives on a historical context
Pathway Tags
Animator/Digital Artist, Archivist, Art Director (Film, Television or Stage), Historian, Artist, Artistic Director, Barrister, Minister of Religion, Graphic Designer, Interior Designer, Conservator, Legal Executive, Solicitor, Judge, Curator, Workplace Relations Adviser, Records Adviser, Game Developer, Photographer, Policy Analyst, Secondary School Teacher, Valuer, Intelligence Officer, Court Registry Officer, Career Consultant, Art Director (Film, Television or Stage),
Disclaimer
Course selection will depend on the option lines and student numbers. There is no guarantee that the courses you select now will all be available for you in 2024.