Level 2 English - Extension
12ENGE Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mrs S. Meredith.
Entry CriteriaThis is a restricted entry course. To gain entry into the Level 2 English 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:
- occur after the End of Year NCEA Examinations
- depends of academic results and/or
- requires the approval of the Deputy Headmaster responsible for extension courses.
Level 2 English Extension
The 12ENGE course is designed to challenge and stimulate gifted students and comprises of a combination of Level 2 and Level 3 assessments. Emphasis is placed upon developing students' passion and enthusiasm for the language and ideas of literature, further building upon the skills established in their first three years in the pathway. Wider reading and inter-textual conception is actively encouraged in order to foster lifelong learning.
Course Overview
Term 1
Introduction to the Unfamiliar Text Standard (Comprehension) 91100
Introduction to the Crafted and Controlled writing standard (Portfolio) 91101
Introduction to the Written Text Standard (Novel Study) 91098.
Term 2
Mid Year Exams (Unfamiliar and Written Texts)
Completion of Crafted and Controlled writing standard (Portfolio) 91101
Shakespeare study (Hamlet)
Introduction to Significant Connections Across Texts (Connections) 91478
Term 3
Introduction to Visual Text (Film Study) 91099
Mock Exams (Unfamiliar Text, Written Text and Visual Text)
Completion of Significant Connections Across Texts 91478
Term 4
Exam revision
Completion of NZQA Examinations (91098=4 UE Reading/Writing Credits) (91099=4 UE Writing Credits) (91100=4 UE Reading/Writing Credits)
Pathway Equipment/Stationery and Course Costs
As 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.