Level Two English
Level
NCEA Level 2 with Achievement Standards
Entry Requirement
Strongly recommended:
At least 14 credits with an “Achieved” grade from L1 English, preferably a “Merit” grade for writing, and at least one “Achieved” grade in one of the externally assessed Achievement standards offered at Level 1.
Cost
None
Course Outline
Literature studies (which may include: a novel, drama, poetry, short stories, film), formal and creative writing, research and speech.
Credits in this course enable students to meet the literacy requirements for University Entrance, namely:
10 credits at Level 2 in English – achieve at least 5 credits in reading and 5 credits in writing.
Students looking to take Level 3 English should select this course rather than Level 2 Alternative English to better prepare them for the understanding of literature required at NCEA Level 3.
Assessment
Internals
AS 91101 - Writing portfolio - 6 credits
AS 91104 - Significant connections - 4 credits
AS 91105 - Research - 4 credits
AS 91107 - Close Viewing - 3 credits
AS 91106 - Wide reading - 4 credits (optional)
AS 91102 - Spoken presentation - 3 credits (optional)
Externals
AS 91098 - Written texts essay - 4 credits
AS 91099 - Visual texts essay - 4 credits
Where Does It Lead
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