Level Two English Foundation
Level
NCEA Level 2 with Achievement Standards
Entry Requirement
L1 English, – at least 10 credits is recommended.
Cost
Extended text (novel) - $25
Course Outline
This programme is designed for students who require more support in their progress towards achieving Level 2 English standards. Students will explore a variety of texts to make meaningful connections with the world around them, building practical reading, writing, and communication skills. Delivered at a pace that supports individual learning needs, this course develops foundational work-ready literacy, as well as allowing students to achieve key literature standards, providing a well-rounded foundation for both the workforce and further study.
Credits in this course enable students to meet the literacy requirements for University Entrance, namely: 10 credits at Level 2 in English (5 credits in reading and 5 credits in writing)
Assessment
Internals
AS 91101 - Produce a selection of crafted and controlled writing - 6 credits
AS 91105 - Use information literacy skills to form developed conclusion - 4 credits
AS 91107 - Analyse aspects of visual texts through close viewing - 3 credits
or
AS 91102 - Create a crafted and controlled oral text - 3 credits
Externals
Students will choose 2 of the following:
AS 91098 - Analyse specified aspect(s) of studied written texts - 4 credits
AS 91099 Analyse specified aspect(s) of studied visual texts - 4 credits
AS 91100 Analyse significant aspects of unfamiliar written texts through close reading - 4 credits
Where Does It Lead
At the Head of Department’s discretion this course could lead to Level 3 English, but as a general guideline, students looking to take Level 3 English should take L2 English in order to better prepare them for the understanding of literature required at NCEA Level 3.
Further Information
Mrs van Rij HOD English