Level 2 English
Although next year timetables are yet to be finalised, course selection is now finished. Any changes to student courses will now take place in January.
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mrs N. Ward.
You will read and analyse a variety of written, oral and visual texts for personal enjoyment and to extend your literacy skills. You will develop a discriminating understanding of how language features and structure are used to present ideas and will produce a portfolio of writing that is crafted and controlled for particular purposes and audiences. Key skills include critical and creative thinking, the effective use of reading strategies, and the crafting of language to communicate ideas fluently.
Where does it lead? L2ENG leads into L3ENG and L3EAO. In addition, it develops the literacy skills needed in all subjects in the senior school, and in careers such as health sciences, law and law enforcement, psychology, politics, the media, education, the defence forces, the public service, trades and any career involving written or spoken communication.
What should I have already done?
Students taking L2ENG should have shown sound understanding and skills in 11ENG or 11ENP.
Course Contribution
No cost.
Pathway
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
External
NZQA Info
English 2.1 - Analyse specified aspect(s) of studied written text(s), supported by evidence
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English 2.2 - Analyse specified aspect(s) of studied visual or oral text(s), supported by evidence
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English 2.3 - Analyse significant aspects of unfamiliar written text(s) through close reading, supported by evidence
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English 2.4 - Produce a selection of crafted and controlled writing
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English 2.9 - Form developed personal responses to independently read texts, supported by evidence
Pathway Tags
Barrister, Legal Executive, Solicitor, Corrections Officer, Judge, Personal Assistant, Early Childhood Teacher, Sales and Marketing Manager, Art Director (Film, Television or Stage), Film and Video Editor, Sound Technician, Sales Representative, Diversional Therapist, Administration Officer, Receptionist, Advertising Specialist, Copywriter, Registered Nurse, Managing Director/Chief Executive, Policy Analyst, Case Manager, Art Director (Film, Television or Stage), Counsellor, Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), Primary School Teacher, Nanny/Child Carer, Private Teacher/Tutor, Youth Worker, Secondary School Teacher, Teacher Aide, Author, Journalist, Communications Professional, Technical Writer, Editor, Radio Presenter, Television Presenter,
Disclaimer
Courses will only run based on minimum entries
Selecting a course does not guarantee entry into this course
You may apply for an exemption if you do not meet the prerequisite of a course or if the course requires this for entry
Standards offered can be altered at the discretion of the HOD of the Department
Some standards in NCEA courses might be optional depending on student strengths
Course contribution may vary slightly by the start of 2025