HIS101

Level 1 History

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: K. Goddard.

Level One History will offer all four new standards for a total of 20 credits, half of which are available through internal assessment.

1.1              AS92024   Engage with a variety of primary sources in a historical context                              Internal    5 credits

1.2              AS92025   Demonstrate understanding of the significance of a historical context                Internal    5 credits

1.3              AS92026  Demonstrate understanding of historical concepts in contexts of significance to Aotearoa New Zealand                                                                                                                                                                             External   5 credits

1.4              AS92027 Demonstrate understanding of perspectives on a historical context                      External   5 credits

 Course Structure:

Students will examine a range of topics which may include:

  • Civil Rights in the United States of America and Aotearoa New Zealand
  • the Origins of World War Two
  • New Zealand’s anti-nuclear stance


Recommended Prior Learning

A passing grade in Year 10 Social Studies (overall mark) or an ASTTLE reading age of greater than Level Four. A reasonable level of literacy and a willingness to work is required. No prior knowledge of history is required.

Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

2B5/2B6 hardcover exercise book preferred, otherwise 1B5 or refill in a folder will suffice, however students are welcome to keep their notes electronically / digitally on a laptop instead of in a book, using OneNote. A mobile phone device will not be sufficient for note-keeping.

Pathway

Level One History naturally leads into Level Two History at Year 12, which builds on the skills covered in Year 11 but with different context. Students may also wish to select Level 2 Classical Studies 201 in Year 12. Many History students also complement their Year 12 and Year 13 courses with Geography.

Students considering a career in law, politics, journalism or any research / communication based pathway should consider taking History.

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

This course is eligible for subject endorsement.

Total Credits Available: 20 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 10 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 10 credits.

Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 92024 v3
NZQA Info
History 1.1 - Engage with a variety of primary sources in a historical context
Level: 1
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 92025 v3
NZQA Info
History 1.2 - Demonstrate understanding of the significance of a historical context
Level: 1
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: Y
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 92026 v3
NZQA Info
History 1.3 - Demonstrate understanding of historical concepts in contexts of significance to Aotearoa New Zealand
Level: 1
Internal or External: External
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: Y
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 92027 v3
NZQA Info
History 1.4 - Demonstrate understanding of perspectives on a historical context
Level: 1
Internal or External: External
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: Y
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 20
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 15
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 0