Qualification - NCEA level 1
Course Overview
English is the study, use and enjoyment of the English language, communicated orally, visually and in writing. It explores language use for a range of purposes and audiences, and in a variety of forms. It is creative and critical, receptive and productive. Our studies within Aotearoa also incorporate mātauranga Māori and respond to our unique place in the Pacific.
Big Ideas
Language and identity are inextricable
Making and creating meaning are processes that occur when we interpret and when we produce text
Engaging with text is a source of enjoyment and enrichment
Topics Covered
Literature Studies: Poetry, Novel study, Short Stories
Visual Text Studies: Film, Visual Media
Language Skills:exploring how language is used in different contexts to create meaningful effect
Oral Language: Speaking before an audience
Writing Skills:
Exploring how to write effectively in a range of genres
Writing mechanics: grammar, punctuation, syntax, employment of language features for effect
Reading Skills:
Developing reading comprehension skills
Understanding various text types and how we engage with them as readers
