Year 11 History - Extension
11HISE Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mr S. Gardiner.
Entry CriteriaThis is a restricted entry course. To gain entry into the Level 1 History Extension students must:
- Be taking an extension course currently, or
- Request entry into the course as part of the course selection process.
Final entry into extension courses will:
- occur after the End of Year Junior School Examinations
- depend on academic results
- require the approval of the Deputy Headmaster responsible for extension courses.
Year 11 History Extension
This course features a wide range of topics ranging back to distant millennia learning about Greek and Roman mythology and the voyages of the Vikings through to modern historical events including China's Opium Wars, the Russian Revolution and Gandhi's leading of Indian independence breaking away from the British Empire. Locally we study the Northern War here in New Zealand which famously began with Hone Heke cutting down the flagpole at Kororareka in the Bay of Islands. These all fit into four themes we cover during the course of the year which are:
- Age of Exploration
- Mythology of the Ancient World
- Wars and Revolutions
- Two Centuries of Change in Asia
As well as fascinating topics, you will learn the skills to communicate ideas more clearly, learn how to effectively research and, importantly in today’s world, learn how to analyse information for authenticity so as to avoid misinformation and/or disinformation.
Learning Areas:
Year 11 Table B, Social Sciences
Pathway
Level 2 History, Level 2 History - Extension
Equipment/Stationery and Course CostsAs this course makes extensive use of digital learning material. It is expected that you will have a laptop or other suitable learning device available for each class when required.