10 English

The study of English enables students to reflect critically on a wide range of literature and language. This course aims to engage students in a challenging and varied academic year and for students to become increasingly literate, articulate, creative and confident users of language.

Students will:

• Broaden confidence in their literacy and thinking skills.
• Develop formal and creative writing skills.
• Experience in-depth literature studies
• Learn to write well-structured essays. 
• Build oral and visual skills in order to become confident and articulate communicators. 

Course Content
The course follows the New Zealand curriculum and offers instruction in the four basic strands of language – reading, writing, listening and speaking.

Literature
Students experience, enjoy and respond to an extensive range of literature including film, novel, Shakespeare, non-fiction, short stories and poetry. 

Writing
Students learn the language skills required for creative, formal and analytical writing and have the opportunity to complete a range of writing in different styles.  Some pieces will be crafted and used for assessment.

Presenting
Students present visual material and oral presentations using a variety of different forms and media. 

Wide Reading
Students read regularly and widely throughout the year – not only for enjoyment, but also as a great way to progress in English. Students are expected to read widely and regularly for homework.