11HI

Level 1 History

Subject Description

Teacher in Charge: Ms S. Lamond.

Learning about the past so we understand why our world is the way it is today.


                                                                   

The History course at Level One introduces you to key historical concepts including significance, perspectives, continuity and change, cause and consequence, and vā.

You will get the opportunity to study different topics which allow you to see these concepts in action.

Our topics include local and international contexts:

International      -        Achieving Social Justice

  • Quest for Civil Rights in the United States
  • Pasifika Histories: Colonisation and the Struggle for Independence in Samoa

Local

  • Impact of World War One on New Zealand - Gallipoli, influenza pandemic, Māori war effort - Princess Te Puea and Rua Kenana, Ettie Rout's Safe Sex Campaign
  • Local History: the settlement of our city Te Whanganui a Tara/Wellington








Recommended Prior Learning

Open to all Year 10 students. 

History is a literacy-based course

Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

A laptop is required as most learning is online.
Basic stationery - a folder and refill - is required for writing notes and storing activities.

Pathway

History is a very versatile subject. It supports multiple learning and career pathways.
Many History students go on to pursue careers in areas including law, journalism, policy development and research. History skills are transferable in many other areas including medicine, commerce, management, arts and anthropology.

Career Pathways

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
Internal Assessed Credits: 10
External Assessed Credits: 10
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

Disclaimer

All subject selections are provisional only and are subject to:

  • meeting any course entry requirements
  • minimum class sizes
  • the availability of teaching staff

and the final decision is at the discretion of the Head of Learning Area for that subject.