13 English Shakespeare
13ENS Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Ms M. McKenzie-Downey
Students will critically respond to a wide range of literature, including Shakespeare, a film, short texts, and an extended text. The course will also include a writing portfolio and literature research with critical reading. They will progress further in their journey to becoming discerning readers and competent, confident users of language.
Recommended Prior Learning
Completion of the Year 12 English course with at least 12 Level 2 credits, or with approval of the LAD (Ms McKenzie-Downey)
Credit Information
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
This course is approved for University Entrance.
| Assessment | Level |
Internal or External |
Credits |
L1 Literacy Credits | UE Literacy Credits | Numeracy Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A.S. 91472 v1 English 3.1 - Respond critically to specified aspect(s) of studied written text(s), supported by evidence | 3 |
E |
4 |
Y |
4r,4w * |
|
| A.S. 91473 v1 English 3.2 - Respond critically to specified aspect(s) of studied visual or oral text(s), supported by evidence | 3 |
E |
4 |
Y |
4w * |
|
| A.S. 91474 v1 English 3.3 - Respond critically to significant aspects of unfamiliar written texts through close reading, supported by evidence | 3 |
E |
4 |
Y |
4r,4w * |
|
| A.S. 91475 v1 English 3.4 - Produce a selection of fluent and coherent writing which develops, sustains, and structures ideas | 3 |
I |
6 |
Y |
6w * |
|
| A.S. 91479 v1 English 3.8 - Develop an informed understanding of literature and/or language using critical texts | 3 |
I |
4 |
Y |
4r * |
|
Total Credits |
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Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 22
* Only students engaged in learning and achievement derived from Te Marautanga o Aotearoa are eligible to be awarded these subjects as part of the requirement for 14 credits in each of three subjects.
Total Credits Available: 22 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 12 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 10 credits.
We aim to enable every student to have the course that they prefer, however, some courses have limited places or pre-requisits that may restrict the student's choice.