Level 3 History - NZ Historical Perspectives & External
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Ms J. Lauaki.
This is a UE Approved Course which will focus on Historical Events of significance to New Zealanders. Topics will include the Treaty of Waitangi, 1840; the Maori Land March, 1975; Bastion Point, 1977-1978; the Springbok Tour, 1981 and the Dawn Raids of the 1970's. You will choose one of these Case Studies to base your assessments on throughout the year. History develops research and communication skills such as the ability to examine, select and record information and ideas, as well as to present findings effectively in written, visual and oral forms. History focuses on critical evaluation and encourages students to think perceptively and insightfully about events, PERSPECTIVES and actions in the past. There will also be a LEVEL 2/3 HISTORY CAMP this semester, but students MUST meet certain criteria to be eligible to go.
Recommended Prior Learning
Requirements for Level 3 History:
It would be beneficial if you have also taken the Semester 1 - 3HISA course.
Level 2 History or Approval of HOD Social Science.
This is a Literacy heavy, academic course. Students must have a high level of Literacy skill to succeed in this course.
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
External
NZQA Info
History 3.3 - Analyse evidence relating to an historical event of significance to New Zealanders
NZQA Info
History 3.4 - Analyse different perspectives of a contested event of significance to New Zealanders
Disclaimer
The courses we offer are reviewed regularly and are subject to change.