YEAR 11 Epsom Girls Grammar School - Course Selection 2019
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CONTENTS YEAR REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS 6 COURSES AVAILABLE IN 2019 10 ARTS LEARNING AREA 12 Art – 11ART 13 Photography – 11APH 13 Drama – 11DRA 14 Music – 11MUS 15 ENGLISH LEARNING AREA 16 English – 11ENG 17 Foundation English – 11ENF 17 ESOL - 11ESL 18 ESOL - 11ESU 18 Writing for Publication – 11WFP 19 LANGUAGES LEARNING AREA 20 Chinese Second Language – 11CHN 21 French – 11FRE 21 Japanese – 11JPN 22 Latin – 11LAT 23 Spanish – 11SPA 23 Te Reo Māori – 11MAO 24 MATHEMATICS LEARNING AREA 25 Foundation Mathematics – 11MTF 26 Core Mathematics – 11MTC 26 Mathematics – 11MTH 27 PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND HEALTH 28 Health Sociology & Investigations – 11HEA 29 Physical Education and Health Programme – 11PHP 29 Sports Science – 11PSS 30 3 Year 11 Options 2019
SCIENCES LEARNING AREA 31 Biology (half year course) 32 Chemistry (half year course) 33 Earth & Space Science (half year course) 33 Physics (half year course) 34 Environmental Science – 11EVS (full year course) 34 Human Biology – 11HBI (full year course) 35 SOCIAL SCIENCES LEARNING AREA 36 Accounting – 11ACC 37 Economics – 11ECO 37 Geography – 11GEO 38 History – 11HIS 39 TECHNOLOGY LEARNING AREA 40 Design Technology – 11DET 41 Digital Technologies – 11DIT 42 Food Technology – 11FTE 42 Graphics – 11GRA 43 Textiles and Design – 11TEX 44 LEARNING CENTRE 45 Learning Skills Programme– 11LSP 45 SUBJECT CHOICE - A HELPFUL GUIDE 46 ONLINE COURSE SELECTION GUIDE 47 TIMELINE FOR CHOOSING YOUR 2019 OPTIONS 48 Course Costs Some subjects specify a course cost to cover the expense of special materials, trips or services which form part of the programme. Without this payment the programme would not have the desired support and richness of learning. These costs are specified in advance so parents are aware of their commitment before their daughter enrols in this course. 4 Year 11 Options 2019
Dear Year 10 2018 students and parents It is time for us to begin planning the option structure and staffing required for 2019. Your choice of courses will dictate our option structure and we would like you to consider carefully the courses open to you and to let us know subject course choices as soon as possible. At Year 11 we believe that keeping options as broad as possible is important. The Courses Available in 2019 chart on Pages 10 and 11 indicates compulsory and option courses at each year level. This chart also indicates which subjects have prerequisite requirements. As some subjects cannot be ‘picked up’ at either Year 12 or Year 13, please make sure that tertiary requirements are checked carefully. Eg: entry to Engineering at the University of Auckland requires 17 external Level 3 credits in Calculus and 16 external Level 3 credits in Physics, as well as UE and the Rank Score. This means that a student going into Year 11 must take 11 Physics so that it can be continued in Years 12 and 13. In the main body of the booklet course content for each subject is outlined, as well as details of NCEA assessments and information about University Entrance requirements. In addition to this booklet you will also need to refer to the Career Education Pathways Booklet which gives important information about tertiary institution entry requirements, as well as career pathways information. Please read this booklet carefully to ensure the options you choose for next year will enable your daughter to achieve her future aspirations. If you have further questions about tertiary education please feel free to contact the Careers Department. To help with the decision-making process there are two evenings you might wish to attend. The first is a Pathways Information Evening where tertiary providers will display their programmes and answer any questions Date: Thursday 26 July 2018 Time: 5.30 – 7.30pm Venue: Marjory Adams Hall and the second is the Senior Options Evening where teachers will be available to discuss programmes being offered in 2019: Date: Thursday 2 August 2018 Time: 6.00 – 7.30pm Venue: In Departments and Learning Areas An online Course Selection Form will be available on the Web Portal on Monday 30 July 2018. Please discuss your daughter’s subject choices and ensure she completes this form no later than 8am Monday 13 August 2018. Take careful note of the subject course codes. Any students making returns after this date may find that some courses are full and that an alternative must be chosen. The same will apply to anyone who wishes to change subjects. This will be possible only if courses are not full and the new choices fit the option blocks which are established from initial choices. To aid your completion of this online form you will find instructions and a full list of subject course codes at the back of this booklet. If you require further help, please contact your daughter’s Dean or the staff member in charge of the subject course in which you are interested. We hope that you find this booklet helpful in thinking about subject course choices for 2019. Yours sincerely Mrs Lorraine Pound Karyn Dempsey Principal Deputy Principal
YEARS 11 – 13 – NCEA AND SCHOLARSHIP LEVEL 1 - YEAR 11 LEVEL 2 - YEAR 12 LEVEL 3 - YEAR 13 SCHOLARSHIP - YEAR 13 Level 1 NCEA Level 2 NCEA Level 3 NCEA The New Zealand Scholarship To gain a Level 1 To gain a Level 2 To gain a Level 3 examinations Certificate in NCEA Certificate in NCEA Certificate in NCEA students must gain students must gain students must gain Students may enter 80 credits. At least 80 credits. At least 80 credits. At least to sit one or more 60 credits must be 60 credits must be 60 credits must Scholarship at Level 1. at Level 2. The be at Level 3 and examinations as well other 20 credits 20 at Level 2 or as their Level 3 NCEA Literacy: can be at any above. Standards. • 10 specified level. Scholarship Literacy credits examinations extend very able students Numeracy: Level 1 Literacy and offer monetary awards ranging from • 10 specified and Numeracy one off payments of Numeracy must be achieved to gain Level 2. $500 right up to credits $10,000 each year for three years of tertiary Literacy credits can study in New be gained from a Zealand. The range of subjects examinations are including designed to extend Accounting, Biology, academic students, Drama, Economics, requiring them to English, Geography, demonstrate high- Health, History, level abstract and Languages, Music, critical thinking. Sports Science and (Scholarship is not a Technology qualification and does not generate credits Numeracy credits towards NCEA). For can be gained from further information subjects including visit the New Zealand Biology, Geography, Qualifications Graphics, Authority website: Mathematics and www.nzqa.govt.nz Physics or see the relevant Head of Department, Mr Nowell or Ms Dempsey Year 11 students Year 12 students Year 13 students study: study: study: • English / ESOL • English / ESOL • 5 option • Mathematics • 5 option subjects • Science (1 or 2 subjects • A option lines) • Physical Health tutorial/study Programme option • 3 or 2 option subjects (depending on the Science choice above) • Physical Education and Health Prog 6 Year 11 Options 2019
UNIVERSITY ENTRANCE (UE) LEVEL 1 – YEAR 11 University Entrance: (UE) Numeracy Students need a minimum of 10 credits at Level 1 or above in specified Numeracy standards LEVEL 2 – YEAR 12 University Entrance: (UE) Literacy Students need 10 credits at Level 2 or above, made up of: • 5 credits in Reading (UE R) • 5 credits in Writing (UE W) NB: A standard that counts for both UE reading and writing will be identified as UE Both. LEVEL 3 – YEAR 13 University Entrance: (UE) • NCEA Level 3 • 14 credits each, in 3 approved subjects In addition to gaining UE students also may need to meet one or more of the following requirements (also see chart on following pages) • Ranked Score/Guaranteed Entry Score • Individual Degree programme subject requirements • Individual requirements – eg; portfolios, interviews etc. APPROVED SUBJECTS FOR UNIVERSITY ENTRANCE AND RANK SCORE Accounting Education for Painting (Practical Art) Agriculture and Horticulture Sustainability Photography (Practical Art) Biology English Physical Education (Sports Business Studies French Science) Calculus Geography Physics Chemistry German Printmaking (Practical Art) Chinese Graphics Processing Technologies Classical Studies Health Education Religious Studies Construction and Mechanical History Samoan Technologies History of Art Science Cook Island Maori Home Economics Sculpture (Practical Art) Dance Indonesian Social Studies Design (Practical Art) Japanese Spanish Digital Technologies Korean Statistics Drama Latin Technology Earth and Space Science Mathematics Te Reo Māori Economics Media Studies Te Reo Rangatira Music Studies Tongan Make sure that you have chosen enough University Approved Level 3 subjects to gain the University Entrance qualification. 7 Year 11 Options 2019
GUARANTEED ENTRY SCORE RANK SCORE CALCULATIONS A Rank Score has been added to the New Zealand University Entrance requirement to enable universities to select students into courses. The universities who currently use this score or a Guaranteed Entry Score are The University of Auckland, AUT, Victoria University, Massey University, Canterbury University and the University of Otago. Please note that Otago, Massey and Canterbury have added the rank score as a series of guaranteed entry points that students can obtain prior to applying. It may be possible to gain entry with basic UE but the Rank Score gives them guaranteed or preferential entry. Also note that individual degree programmes may have specific additional subject and/or level requirements. Year 13 students should aim to take at least 4 approved subjects for University Entrance to keep their options open. This means that Year 11 and 12 students need to plan subject pathways ahead so that they are able to take at least 4 approved subjects in Year 13. Rank Score is based on the following: Top 80 credits in up to 5 approved subjects X 2 for Achieved = 160 points X 3 for Merit = 240 points X 4 for Excellence = 320 points The University of Auckland also has the Table A and B system for some of their programme entry criteria requirements. Commerce, Architecture, Health Sciences, Nursing, and Property. Please check the specific faculty requirements. Table A Table B Classical Studies Accounting English Biology Geography Calculus History Chemistry History of Art Digital Technologies Te Reo Maori OR Te Reo Rangatira Economics Mathematics * Physics Statistics * Cannot be used in combination with Calculus and/or Statistics University of Auckland Academic English language requirement All students who are interested in applying to a degree course at The University of Auckland will need to meet the following requirement in order to be offered an unconditional place at the University: • A minimum of 17 credits in English at Level 2 and/or 3 If an applicant does not meet this requirement, they will have a further opportunity to strengthen their preparation in this key competency while undertaking the initial stage of their degree studies. Otherwise qualified applicants who do not meet this standard will still be admitted to the University but their ongoing enrolment will be conditional on passing a specified for-credit course in academic English in their first year of university study. 8 Year 11 Options 2019
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COURSES AVAILABLE IN 2019 LEARNING AREA YEAR 10 YEAR 11 YEAR 12 YEAR 13 ARTS Art (half year) Art Design Design Art (full year) Painting Painting Printmaking Printmaking Sculpture Sculpture Photography Photography Photography Art History Art History-Modern Art History- Renaissance Drama (half year) Drama Drama Drama Drama (full year) Music (half year) Music Performance Music Performance Music Music (full year) Music Studies Music Studies ENGLISH English English English English English Shakespeare Foundation English Foundation English English Foundation English for EAP Speakers of Other ESL ESL ESL Languages ESU Literacy Media Studies Media Studies Writing for Publication LANGUAGES Chinese Second Chinese Second Chinese Second Chinese Second OTHER THAN Language Language Language Language ENGLISH Chinese Heritage Chinese Heritage Language Language Classical Studies Classical Studies French French French French Japanese Japanese Japanese Japanese Latin Latin Latin Latin Spanish Spanish Spanish Spanish Te Reo Māori Te Reo Māori Te Reo Māori Te Reo Māori MATHEMATICS Mathematics Mathematics Mathematics Calculus Calculus Core Mathematics Mathematics Combine Mathematics Foundation Mathematics Statistics A Mathematics Statistics Statistics B 10 Year 11 Options 2019
LEARNING YEAR 10 YEAR 11 YEAR 12 YEAR 13 AREA Child Development Early Childhood Ed PHYSICAL Health Health Sociology & Health Sociology & Health Sociology & EDUCATION Investigations Investigations Investigations AND HEALTH Physical Education Physical Education & Physical Health Health Programme Programme Sports Science Sports Science Sports Science SCIENCE Science Science - 2 or 4 of * Biology Biology Biology * Chemistry Chemistry Chemistry * Earth & Space * Physics Physics Physics Human Biology Environmental Environmental Environmental Environmental Studies Science Science Science SOCIAL Accounting Accounting Accounting SCIENCES Business Studies Business Studies Business Studies Business Enterprise & Legal Studies Social Studies Economics Economics Economics Geography Geography Geography History History History Legal Studies Travel & Tourism Travel & Tourism TECHNOLOGY Technology Design Technology Design Technology Design Technology Digital Technologies Digital Technologies Digital Technologies Digital Technologies Food Technology Food Technology Food Technology Food Technology Hospitality Hospitality Graphics Graphics Graphics Graphics Textiles & Design Textiles & Design Textiles & Design Textiles & Design LEARNING CTR Learning Skills Prog Learning Skills Prog Learning Skills Prog Learning Skills Prog CAREER Vocational Pathways Vocational Pathways EDUCATION A subject printed in italics is compulsory A subject printed in heavy type has a pre-requisite, and at certain levels will require a minimum standard for achievement in the previous year. There is a reception class for students with little familiarity with English. There may be changes to this list for 2019. Availability of subjects will depend on sufficient student numbers and staffing. 11 Year 11 Options 2019
ARTS LEARNING AREA Study in the Arts activates creativity and challenges, affirms and celebrates expressions of self, community and culture. As students express and interpret ideas within creative, aesthetic, and technological frameworks, their confidence to take risks is increased. In the Arts, students learn to work both independently and collaboratively to construct meaning, produce work, and respond to and value others’ contributions. They learn to use imagination to engage with unexpected outcomes and to explore multiple solutions. Studying the Arts enhances students’ personal well-being and provides students with skills that are in great demand in our modern world. Students’ who study any or multiple Arts subjects learn how to communicate, think, critique, take risks, relate to others, participate and engage in life. Year 11: NCEA Level 1 Year 12: NCEA Level 2 Year 13: NCEA Level 3 Art Design Design Painting Painting Printmaking Printmaking Sculpture Sculpture Photography Photography Photography Art History Art History Renaissance Art History Modern Drama Drama Drama Music Performance Music Performance Music Music Studies Music Studies 12 Year 11 Options 2019
Art – 11ART Pre-requisite: Prefer students to have taken Year 10 Art or Year 10 Core Art Course Information During this course students will further develop their ability to generate, develop and refine visual ideas within a thematically based and teacher directed programme. Students will have the opportunity to extend their perceptual and creative skills using a variety of stimulating senior art materials, tools, processes and procedures such as the screen printing process, conceptual sculpture and painting as well as mixed media and collage. ● A workbook based study utilising a range of drawing processes and procedures in both wet and dry media. ● A 2-board folio presentation where students demonstrate their ability to generate and develop ideas in making art works. ● This course provides students with the opportunity to extend ideas into sculpture, design, painting and printmaking. Course Cost: There is a $50 Art fee that covers general materials such as paper, card, print making and sculpture materials and mediums. In addition to this students need to purchase an Art pack from the school that includes paints, brushes, drawing materials and a palette. Course Assessment - Standards assessed Internal 6 credits AS 90915 Use drawing conventions to develop work in more than one field of practice External 12 credits AS 90916 Produce a body of work informed by established practice, which develops ideas, using a range of media. Future Areas of interest and study This course is a pre-requisite for: Year 12 and Year 13 Visual Arts courses: Painting, Design, Printmaking and Sculpture. Students studying this course learn how to generate ideas, think, critique, problem solve and manage deadlines. These are essential skills for any creative career such as Design, Architecture, Illustration, Fine Arts, Fashion and Media related fields. Who to talk to: HOD of Art Jonathan Cameron or your Year 10 Art Teacher Photography – 11APH Pre-requisite: Prefer students to have their own Single lens reflex digital camera (we recommend the Canon EOS range e.g 1350D) though the department does have some cameras available for hire. Course Information During this course students will learn creative expression and technical skills in both pinhole and digital photography. Students will develop an understanding and appreciation of photography both historically and aesthetically. ● Pinhole Photography – Students will use a pinhole camera to take photographs which they will then process in the darkroom. ● Domestic Still Life - Students will print a folio submission of work that explores ordinary objects or environments within the home and transform them into the extraordinary using pictorial and technical skills. ● Documentary Photography - Students will research and understand a range of New Zealand photographers/artist models that use documentary genre. They will then use their understanding to continue to refine camera and photographic skills while documenting their own person, place or event. 13 Year 11 Options 2019
Course Cost: $50 Materials fee. Students must maintain credit on their print account during the year to support this course and it is strongly advised that students have a personal storage device such as a portable hard drive. Course Assessment - Standards assessed Internal 4 credits AS 91016 Demonstrate an understanding of the subject matter of artworks - Level 1 lit Level 2 4 credits AS 91325 Produce a resolved work that demonstrates control of skills appropriate to cultural conventions Level 2 4 credits AS 91312 Use drawing methods to apply knowledge of conventions appropriate to photography Level 2 4 credits AS 91317 Develop ideas in a related series of drawings appropriate to photography Level 2 4 credits AS 91307 (Year 12 only) Demonstrate an understanding of methods and ideas from established practice appropriate to Photography - Level 2 lit Future Areas of interest and study NCEA Level 2 and 3 Photography, plus Scholarship. Students studying this course learn how to generate ideas, think, critique, problem solve and manage deadlines. These are essential skills for any creative career such as Fine arts, art history, commercial photography, graphic design, journalism, architecture and interior design, advertising, fashion photography, publications and the film industry. Who to talk to: HOD of Photography, Mrs Martin Drama – 11DRA Pre-requisite: Year 9 and 10 Drama or HOD approval. Course Information The course prepares students for NCEA Level 1. Students will: ● Learn to use drama techniques such as voice, body, movement and use of space ● Devise and perform an original site-based drama through a visit to and study of local historical house, Highwic House ● Study the theatre form clowning, and perform a scene in this style ● Perform an acting role in a scene from a significant, published play ● Sit a written external examination in which students demonstrate their understanding of drama within a live performance they have seen Students keep a digital folder of written work reflecting on their own and others' contributions. This written work is part of the assessment for each standard and provides study material for the external examination. Students will attend a range of performances in preparation for writing critical responses required in their external examination. Students keep reflective records of their work in order to prepare for this examination. Course Cost: Theatre visits - $55 14 Year 11 Options 2019
Course Assessment - Standards assessed Internal 4 credits AS 90999 Use features of a drama / theatre form in a performance 5 credits AS 90997 Devise and perform a drama 5 credits AS 90009 Perform an acting role in a scripted production External 4 credits AS 90011 Demonstrate understanding of the use of drama aspects within live performance Future Areas of interest and study The course leads to Years 12 and 13 Drama and Drama Scholarship Who to talk to: Ms Druitt (HOD Drama) Music – 11MUS Pre-requisite: At least 2 years of instrumental or vocal tuition and the ability to read music. Recommended; Year 9 and/or 10 Option Music Course Information In Year 11 Music you will experience: ● Performances (both solo and group). ● Composition (writing your own music). ● Musical Knowledge (learning about musical styles). ● Aural Skills (listening and responding). ● Score Studies (reading and responding to written music). In performance you will perform solo, and as a member of a group to an audience. You will compose and record pieces of music based on specific tasks or ideas given in class. Aural work will involve you learning the skills of describing and transcribing music by listening. You will also use your theory knowledge to study pieces of music and to understand musical scores. You will study several pieces of music in a range of styles and from different musical eras, and learn about the historical and social context of the music and the composers. Course Assessment - Standards assessed External 4 credits AS 91093 Demonstrate aural skills & theoretical skills through transcription 4 credits AS 91094 Demonstrate knowledge of conventions used in music scores L1 Lit Internal 6 credits AS 91090 Perform contrasting music as a featured soloist 4 credits AS 91091 Perform music as a member of a group 6 credits AS 91092 Compose pieces of music 6 credits AS 91095 Demonstrate knowledge of music works L1 Lit Some of these achievement standards may be optional. Future Areas of interest and study Year 12 and 13 Music, University and Polytechnic music courses, community music groups, radio, TV, media, advertising, teaching, rock and jazz groups, travel etc. Who to talk to: Mr Thomas (Head of Music), Ms Orr, Miss Chong or Mrs Le Cren 15 Year 11 Options 2019
ENGLISH LEARNING AREA The English programme aims for students to become literate, articulate, creative and confident users of language. The study of English enables students to create and make meaning effectively in order to understand and reflect critically on a wide range of literature and language. English is compulsory in Year 11. You will be placed in 11ENG, 11ENF or an 11ESOL course based on the recommendation of the teacher in charge in Year 10. (Please note that your ESOL teacher will place you in the appropriate ESOL class best suited to your English language ability). Year 11: NCEA Level 1 Year 12: NCEA Level 2 Year 13: NCEA Level 3 English ENG (Level 3) English (Level 1) English (Level 2) English ENS (Level 3) Foundation English Foundation English English ENF (Level 3) (Level 1) (Level 2) EAP (Level 4 EAP) ESL (Level 1 Literacy) ESL (Level 3 EAP) ESL (Level 4 EAP) ESU (Level 2 EL) Literacy (Level 2) Writing for Publication Media Studies (Level 2) Media Studies (Level 3) (Level 1) Note: EL (English Language) 16 Year 11 Options 2019
English – 11ENG Pre-requisite: None Course Information The course is designed to continue to: develop the skills of English, foster the enjoyment of literature, develop critical thinking and promote confident self-expression. The course will include writing, making connections across texts and an oral presentation. There will be a balance of internal and external credits. Course Assessment - Standards assessed External 4 credits AS 90849 Written text(s) 4 credits AS 90850 Visual or oral text(s) 4 credits AS 90851 Close reading of unfamiliar written texts Internal 3 credits AS 90053 Formal writing or 3 credits AS 90052 Creative writing 4 credits AS 90852 Making connections across texts 3 credits AS 90857 Construct and deliver an oral text (optional standard) Total Credits: 19-22 Future Areas of interest and study Year 12 English, Media Studies. We also hope to encourage a lifelong interest in literature and ideas. Who to talk to: Mrs Vaughan Foundation English – 11ENF Pre-requisite: None Course Information The course will focus on reading, writing and viewing for different purposes, and a variety of communication skills that will give students opportunities to discuss issues on a range of topics. Students are encouraged to speak to their Literacy/English teachers to assess whether they meet the criteria for Foundation English. Course Assessment - Standards assessed Internal 3 credits AS 90857 Oral presentation 3 credits AS 90052 Creative Writing 3 credits AS 90053 Produce formal Writing (optional) 3 credits AS 90856 Close Read a Visual text External 4 credits AS 90851 Unfamiliar text 4 credits AS 90849 Written text Total Credits: 17 or 20 Future Areas of interest and study 12ENG, 12ENF, 304 English. Students will also develop reading, writing and communication skills necessary for a wide variety of careers. Who to talk to: Ms Krishnan 17 Year 11 Options 2019
ESOL – Students will be placed in the appropriate ESOL course according to their needs. ESOL - 11ESL Pre-requisite: English is not the student’s first language. Course Information Exclusions: Year 11 English except in special circumstances. This course will improve students' English so they can: ● understand and use English in their academic studies ● understand and use English in social situations ● gain literacy credits for NCEA level 1 The Course will cover English across the curriculum: listening and speaking, reading and writing, viewing and vocabulary skills will be developed for communication and academic purposes. Assessment - Standards assessed LITERACY Internal 3 credits US 26624 Read texts with understanding 3 credits US 26625 Actively participate in spoken interactions 4 credits US 26622 Write to communicate ideas Future Areas of interest and study Year 12 ESL Who to talk to: Mrs Crosswell ESOL - 11ESU Pre-requisite: English is not the student’s first language. Course Information Exclusions: Year 11 English This course will improve students' English so they can: ● understand and use English in their academic studies ● understand and use English in social situations ● gain credits for NCEA The Course will cover English across the curriculum: listening and speaking, reading and writing, viewing and vocabulary skills will be developed for communication and academic purposes. Course Assessment - Standards assessed Students will be offered the following English Language (EL) Unit Standard assessments at Level 1 or 2 depending on their ability. 18 Year 11 Options 2019
Level 2: 4 credits US 27983 Read information texts 8 credits US 27999 Write simple texts on familiar topics 10 credits US 27991 Spoken Exchanges 5 credits US 28022 Understand simple spoken information Future Areas of interest and study Year 12 ESL Who to talk to: Mrs Whelan Writing for Publication – 11WFP Pre-requisite: This is an extension course to develop confident and competent writing skills. Entry is at the discretion of the English Department, based on results from the Year 10 Writing Portfolio. Course Information This is an advanced writing course which builds on student competence and confidence in poetic and non-fiction writing. You should enjoy writing and have a good command of language to succeed in this course. You will develop: ● creative potential ● writing and reading across a wide range of genres ● understanding and control of language in a range of styles ● awareness of audience ● a portfolio of writing ● confidence in presenting your writing orally to an audience The course will cover: Introduction to poetry and prose, non-fiction writing and writing for the media, developing writing skills through to publication standard, introduction to peer editing workshops. Course Assessment - Standards assessed Internal 3 credits AS 90052 Creative writing 4 credits AS 90854 Personal reading 3 credits AS 90996 Journalistic writing 3 credits AS 91103 Create a visual text Future Areas of interest and study Journalism, media studies, communications, law, arts or any other career requiring creative thinking and competent writing skills. Who to talk to: Mrs Frew 19 Year 11 Options 2019
LANGUAGES LEARNING AREA Knowing how to speak other languages helps you develop critical thinking and a resilient sense of self and culture. You are able to confidently contribute to local, national and global societies. You are able to sustain relationships with a variety of people through understanding and valuing difference. In Year 11 you are able to continue with the languages you have already studied and there are also opportunities for those with significant prior knowledge to join at this level. When considering your career, you can match a language with many other subjects. With increasing globalisation, to be able to communicate in more than one language is a valuable asset, regardless of your career path. No matter which languages you choose to continue learning, doors will open for you. The Overarching Theme in Year 11 international languages is On Exchange. All language students are asked to pay $30 for Language Perfect. With one payment, you have access to all languages. Year 11: NCEA Level 1 Year 12: NCEA Level 2 Year 13: NCEA Level 3 Chinese Second Language Chinese Second Language Chinese Second Language Chinese Heritage Language Chinese Heritage Language Classical Studies Classical Studies French French French Japanese Japanese Japanese Latin Latin Latin Spanish Spanish Spanish Te Reo Māori Te Reo Māori Te Reo Māori 20 Year 11 Options 2019
Chinese Second Language – 11CHN Pre-requisite: Year 10 Chinese or equivalent Course Information The Year 11 Chinese course builds on your practical skills with content including: transport, sports, leisure activities, Chinese cuisine, celebrations, and future plans. This course provides you with realistic opportunities to use your Chinese language, such as by entering Chinese speech competitions for secondary schools, and by participating in the Chinese Short Film Competition in both Auckland and New Zealand Wide. You will also have the opportunity to be selected to go on a Chinese Language Study Camp in China. To support your learning, you have access to ‘Language Perfect’ and other online Chinese resources. Course Cost: NiHao 3 Workbook $52 (Students purchase theirs at the EGGS stationery shop.) Language Perfect and Languages in Action $30.00 (once for all languages) Course Assessment - Standards Assessed You are assessed in the four language skills: listening, reading, speaking and writing. External 5 credits AS 90868 Listening 5 credits AS 90871 Reading Internal 5 credits AS 90870 Interaction 5 credits AS 90872 Writing Future Areas of Interest and Study Continued study in Year 12, 13 and university; exchange and scholarship opportunities; travel and tourism; many work opportunities in New Zealand and Asia. China is our biggest trading partner, the first language of many in our community and around the world. It is the most spoken language worldwide. Who to talk to: Ms Lin & Ms Liang French – 11FRE Pre-requisite: Year 10 French or equivalent Course Information In Year 11, you learn practical, transactional French, that is, all the language that you need to go on exchange in a French speaking country. Ours is a blended online course that covers language in four contexts: Lifestyle, Health and Relationships; Leisure and Media; Home and New Zealand; Work, Education, Current and Future Jobs. French culture is naturally integrated throughout each context. To support your learning, you have access to Kerboodle and Language Perfect. Course Cost: RENASH handbook for NCEA Level 1 $18.00, Language Perfect and Languages in Action $30.00 (once for all languages). 21 Year 11 Options 2019
Course Assessment - Standards assessed External 5 credits AS 90878 Listening 5 credits AS 90881 Reading Internal 5 credits AS 90880 Interaction 5 credits AS 90882 Writing Future Areas of interest and study Continued study in Year 12, 13 and at university; exchange and scholarship opportunities; travel and tourism, business, communication, and enhanced opportunities regardless of the career you choose. This is because French is spoken in more than fifty countries around the globe and on all five continents, and is one of the official languages of the United Nations. Who to talk to: Dr. Moir Scott, Ms Clarke, Mrs Walker Japanese – 11JPN Pre-requisite: Year 10 Japanese or equivalent Course Information The Year 11 course further builds on your practical skills with content including: fashion, shopping, weather, sports, high tech products, weekend activities, finding your way around, going on holiday and future plans. This course provides you with realistic opportunities to use your Japanese knowledge, both within Auckland, by entering competitions for secondary schools, and in Japan, through our relationship with Poole Gakuen High School. To support your learning, you have access to E-Learn and ‘Language Perfect’. Course Cost: $30 Language Perfect and Languages in Action (once for all languages) Course Assessment - Standards assessed External 5 credits AS 90893 Listening 5 credits AS 90896 Reading Internal 5 credits AS 90897 Writing Portfolio 5 credits AS 90895 Interaction Future Areas of interest and study Entry to Year 12 and a variety of exchange, scholarship and career opportunities (due to the close ties between Japan and NZ and the fact that Japan is the 5th largest importer in the world and 8th in foreign investment). Who to talk to: Ms J Murphy 22 Year 11 Options 2019
Latin – 11LAT Pre-requisite: Year 10 Latin Course Information This course serves to consolidate and extend knowledge of Latin. In particular, it aims to: ● Revise and extend knowledge and understanding of grammar and vocabulary. ● Improve skills in translation and comprehension. ● Develop the ability to read original Latin literature. For 2019 our reading topic will be the mythical story of the Athenian hero Theseus, who slew the Minotaur, and the Cretan princess Ariadne, who helped him and abandoned her own family. ● Expand understanding of the Roman heritage of our own language and society. Course Assessment - Standards assessed (20 credits) External 6 credits AS 90862 Translation 5 credits AS 90863 Comprehension Internal 6 credits AS 90864 Literature Course Cost: $20 Language Perfect (one charge for all languages) Future Areas of interest and study Latin can be studied for its own enjoyment and intellectual rigour. It can be continued to Years 12 and 13 and also provides a useful introduction to Years 12 and 13 Classical Studies. Latin is also helpful for the study of English, History and foreign languages, as well as for any career which requires analytical and intellectual thinking such as law, journalism, public relations, advertising and marketing. Who to talk to: Ms Wright Spanish – 11SPA Pre-requisite: Year 10 Spanish or equivalent Course Information This course has a strong communication focus and it also covers Spanish language and grammar, as well as Hispanic culture. By the end of the year students will be able to talk about their more immediate environment, their own interests and opinions. Topics covered will include a more in-depth look at the family and self, daily routine, home and country, holidays, travel, school, hobbies, shopping, health, etc. Course Assessment - Standards assessed External 5 credits AS 90908 Listening 5 credits AS 90911 Reading Internal 5 credits AS 90912 Portfolio Writing 5 credits AS 90910 Interaction Course Cost: Language Perfect and Languages in Action $30.00 (once for all languages) Future Areas of interest and study Work opportunities worldwide are enhanced by knowledge of Spanish. Spanish is spoken by a third of the world's population in all corners of the globe and is the chosen second language of many more. Native speakers number well over 425 million in more than 23 countries. It is essential for travel, exchanges and work opportunities in Latin America, Spain and many parts of the United States. It is one of the official languages of the United Nations. 23 Year 11 Options 2019
Future areas of use are vast: University study, exchange and scholarship opportunities, post-graduate study at Hispanic universities, medical study in specialist areas, international law, foreign correspondent, publishing, export-import, diplomatic service, music and art, education, tourism and hospitality, volunteer programmes in Latin America and Africa. Who to talk to: Mrs Torrealba Te Reo Māori – 11MAO All Te Reo Māori assessment standards are able to contribute towards NCEA literacy requirements. Pre-requisite: Year 10 Te Reo Māori or similar level of prior learning Course Information This course will further develop your competence in speaking, listening to, reading and writing Te Reo Māori. You will learn: ● everyday vocabulary around core topics such as whanau, kainga, kura ● Te Reo Māori relevant and incidental in conversational settings ● To read Te Reo Māori more fluently with accurate pronunciation and expression ● To write Te Reo Māori using accurate grammar structures, conventions and functions ● To use Te Reo Māori descriptively in order to express yourself ● The history and traditions of tangata whenua in Aotearoa You will be given the opportunity to participate in activities that will apply this language skill and general knowledge, where appropriate, in a variety of contexts to positively promote EGGS Māori identity both on and off campus. (eg. Polynesian Festival, The Manu Korero Speech competition, school powhiri, Te Wiki o Te Reo Maori.) Course Assessment - Standards assessed You will be assessed in the four language skills: listening, reading, speaking and writing. Internal 6 credits AS 91089 Writing – Hanga tuhi 6 credits AS 91085 Listening– Whakarongo i te reo o tona ao 6 credits AS 91086 Speaking - Korero i te reo o tona ao External 6 credits AS 91087 Reading - Panui i te reo o tōna ao Course Cost: $30 Language Perfect and Languages in Action (one charge for all languages) Future Areas of interest and study Te Reo Māori Year 12. Being able to speak another language requires great skill. Learning Te Reo Māori will give you insight into the Māori culture and open doors to many career paths including; journalism, hospitality and tourism, teaching, performing arts, law, medicine, social work and business. Who to talk to: Whaea Cydel Peters 24 Year 11 Options 2019
MATHEMATICS LEARNING AREA Studying mathematics at school helps you understand society and play a responsible part in it. You will learn to interpret data, communicate clearly, think logically, look for relationships and patterns and solve problems. It will provide a foundation for further study in a range of learning areas. The social sciences, the physical and biological sciences, medicine, marketing, business studies and engineering all require a fundamental understanding of mathematical thinking. Mathematics forms the basis of technology and information science. At Year 11 mathematics is compulsory so that all students have the opportunity to gain their ten numeracy credits required for the Level 1 NCEA certificate. Courses which are assessed internally are provided for those students who would benefit from this. There may be variations to the assessment programme stated for each course to meet the individual needs of students. A range of classes working at different speeds and depth is offered at each level. You will be placed in the course most suited to your needs. You do not need to select Mathematics as an option. Year 11: NCEA Level 1 Year 12: NCEA Level 2 Year 13: NCEA Level 3 Mathematics Mathematics Calculus Calculus Mathematics Combined Mathematics Core Mathematics Mathematics Statistics Statistics A (Internally assessed) Statistics B Foundation Mathematics (Numeracy standards) 25 Year 11 Options 2019
Foundation Mathematics – 11MTF Pre-requisite: None Course Information Entry to this course is on the recommendation of your Year 10 teacher in consultation with the Director of Mathematics. The emphasis will be on gaining credits for the Numeracy component of the Level 1 Certificate and for entrance to University. Course Cost: Calculator about $20 Course Assessment - Standards assessed Internal up to 19 Credits chosen from 4 credits US 26623 Number 3 credits US 26626 Statistics 3 credits US 26627 Measure, 2 credits US 24697 Personal Finance 3 credits US 24709 Budgeting 3 credits AS 91038 Probability 2 credits AS 91034 Transformations This assessment programme may be amended for 2019 to meet student needs. Future Areas of interest and study This course provides the skills required for good citizenship in today's society. This course does not progress to any Level 2 Mathematics course but could progress to Level 2 Statistics on the recommendation of your teacher. Who to talk to: Mrs Kim Core Mathematics – 11MTC Pre-requisite: Completion of Year 10. Course Information The skills developed in Years 9 and 10 are consolidated and extended. Students will learn to interpret data, communicate clearly, think logically, look for patterns and solve problems. The aim of mathematics at this level is to help students understand society and play a responsible part in it. This course is entirely internally assessed. Course Cost: Calculator about $20, workbooks about $7 per standard Course Assessment - Standards assessed Internal up to 21 Credits selected from 4 credits AS 91026 Number 3 credits AS 91029 Linear Algebra 3 credits AS 91032 Trigonometry 3 credits AS 91033 Geometry 2 credits AS 91034 Transformations 3 credits AS 91036 Statistics 3 credits AS 91038 Probability . This assessment programme may be amended for 2019 to meet student needs. 26 Year 11 Options 2019
Future Areas of interest and study Mathematics is a foundation for further study in a range of learning areas including science, commerce, medicine and information science. Satisfactory completion of this course will allow students to proceed to Level 2 Statistics. Who to talk to: Mrs Kim Mathematics – 11MTH Pre-requisite: Completion of Year 10 to an overall satisfactory standard. Course Information The skills developed in Years 9 and 10 are consolidated and extended. Students will learn to interpret data, communicate clearly, think logically, look for patterns and solve problems. The aim of mathematics at this level is to help students understand society and play a responsible part in it. The course is designed to provide a sound foundation for further study of mathematics. Each student will be allocated a mathematics class based on the recommendation of her teacher in Year 10 and performance in the end–of–year Year 10 examination, in consultation with the Director of Mathematics. Students placed in 11MTA classes will have very good grades in the year 10 examination. Entry to 11MTX, which does a level 2 maths course, is by invitation only. Course Cost: Graphics Calculator about $120, Homework book about $25 Course Assessment - Standards assessed The course will offer up to 16 credits, including internal and external standards selected from: External 16 credits from 4 credits AS 91027 Algebra 4 credits AS 91028 Graphs 4 credits AS 91031 Geometry 4 credits AS 91037 Chance and data Internal 7 credits from 4 credits AS 91026 Number 3 credits AS 91032 Trigonometry Future Areas of interest and study Mathematics is a foundation for further study in a range of learning areas including science, commerce, medicine and information science. Satisfactory completion of this course will allow students to proceed to any of the Level 2 Mathematics or Statistics courses. Who to talk to: Mrs Kim 27 Year 11 Options 2019
PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND HEALTH A variety of courses in this learning area provide students with the opportunity to develop a broader understanding of the body in relation to physical activity, develop physical skills through practical participation, promote physical activity, and equip students with the necessary life skills for the future. The courses will also encourage students to look critically at dilemmas and ethical issues that operate in our society. Health and Physical Education share a combined curriculum which addresses the critical health and physical education issues facing our young people. ● Through learning in this curriculum, students will gain the knowledge, skills, attitudes and values to enjoy a healthy lifestyle. They will develop motivation to make informed decisions and to act in ways that contribute to the well being of themselves, others and society. ● Students will take increasing responsibility for their own health and will learn movement skills in a wide range of contexts. ● Health and PE is a compulsory subject for all students from Year 9 - Year 12, additionally it can be taken as an option in Year 11, 12 and 13. Year 11: NCEA Level 1 Year 12: NCEA Level 2 Year 13: NCEA Level 3 Child Development Early Childhood Education Health Sociology & Health Sociology & Health Sociology & Investigations Investigations Investigations Physical Education & Health Physical Health Programme Programme Sports Science Sports Science Sports Science 28 Year 11 Options 2019
Health Sociology & Investigations – 11HEA Pre-requisite: None Course Information You will experience the following aspects of Health in this course: ● Changing States of Health - What can cause us to go through ups and downs in life and how do we manage this? ● Food - What makes teenagers eat certain things and how can we promote healthier food choices? ● Drugs - What influences people to use drugs when we know the effects and how their use can impact on individuals and society? ● Sexuality – looking at positive sexuality. Course Cost: $30 (Speakers on Nutrition) Course Assessment - Standards assessed External 4 credits AS 90972 Food 4 credits AS 90975 Drugs Internal 4 credits AS 90974 Sexuality 4 credits AS 91097 Changing States of Health Future Areas of interest and study NCEA Health will be offered from Level 1- 3. As NCEA Health is a University approved entry course it can lead to many different careers; Doctor, Midwifery, Social Worker, Counsellor, Police Officer, Occupational Therapist, Nurse, Physiotherapist, Teacher, Dietician. Who to talk to: Ms McCool, Miss Horler Physical Education and Health Programme – 11PHP Pre-requisite: Compulsory Course Course Information The course aims to have students: ● Participate in a range of activities and relate this to hauora/wellbeing. ● Develop individual skills in a range of physical activities. ● Learn how to organise and participate in a variety of sports tournaments. ● Identify skills and develop coping strategies and safe practices to minimise risks when faced with changing situations. ● Participate in units covering Mental Health, Sexuality/Relationships, Careers and Drug Education. Course Cost: $15 Outside instructors for Dance etc. Course Assessment - Standards assessed Internal 5 creditsAS 90962 Participation and factors that influence participation. This assessment programme may be amended for 2019 to meet student needs. 29 Year 11 Options 2019
Future Areas of interest and study Tertiary education in - Physical Education, Physiotherapy, Teaching, Sports Science, Nutrition, Recreation and Leisure. Careers in - Health and Fitness Centres, Recreation Centres, Regional Sports Trusts, Coaching and Sports Management, Sports Psychology, National Sport Foundations, Public Health Organisations, Medicine, Occupational therapy. Who to talk to: Any Physical Education and Health teacher Sports Science – 11PSS Pre-requisite: None Course Information This course aims to have students: ● Demonstrate and examine their quality of movement in a Surfing and Circus context and apply and examine strategies to improve performance. ● Apply knowledge of anatomical features, biomechanical principles and physiological responses to exercise in a Combat context. ● Demonstrate leadership and interpersonal skills in a group activity based on a Professional Handball Franchise Model and explain how these skills impact on those involved. ● Demonstrate how to be safe in a variety of outdoor settings Course Cost: $300.00 Surf Camp, Outside instructors, course workbook Course Assessment - Standards assessed Internal 5 credits AS 90963 Demonstrate understanding of the function of the body as it relates to the performance of physical activity 3 credits AS 90964 Demonstrate quality movement in the performance of a Physical Activity 3 credits AS 90968 Demonstrate, and show understanding of, responsible behaviour for safety during outdoor education activities 3 credits AS 90967 Demonstrate Strategies to improve the Performance of a Physical Activity and describe the outcomes 4 credits AS 90966 Demonstrate Interpersonal Skills in a group and explain how these skills impact on others. This assessment programme may be amended for 2019 to meet student needs. Future Areas of interest and study Tertiary education in - Physical Education, Physiotherapy, Teaching, Sports Science, Nutrition, Recreation and Leisure. Careers in - Health and Fitness Centres, Recreation Centres, Regional Sports Trusts, Coaching and Sports Management, Sports Psychology, National Sport Foundations, Public Health Organisations, Medicine, Occupational therapy. Who to talk to: Mrs O’Donnell, Miss Blackwell and Miss Carlton 30 Year 11 Options 2019
SCIENCES LEARNING AREA We use the products of the many branches of Science every day. Science and the skills developed in Science subjects are essential if we are to gain an understanding of the way the world works. It helps people develop the skills needed to think critically, ask questions, make evidence based explanations, work together and also work independently. The courses offered within the Sciences Learning area provide a great variety in the choice of subjects offered and a wide range of opportunities for further study. Science allows the harnessing of creative talents and personal intelligences to create new knowledge to improve society. Scientists get to create, develop and contribute new ideas and products. ‘Canvas’ (NZ` Herald) listed ‘Scientist’ as the dream job for ‘twenty-somethings’. As a scientist, you really can ‘make a difference’. Year 11: NCEA Level 1 Year 12: NCEA Level 2 Year 13: NCEA Level 3 In year 11 students choose All full year courses All full year courses either 2 or 4 of the following half year courses: Biology (half year) Biology Biology Chemistry (half year) Chemistry Chemistry Earth and Space Science (half year) Physics (half year) Physics Physics OR Human Biology (full year course) at teacher discretion AND/OR Environmental Science Environmental Science Environmental Science (full year course) (Involves Science and Social (Involves Science and Social (Involves Science and Social Science) Science) Science) 31 Year 11 Options 2019
All Year 11 students study Science. They may study any two, or all four of the semester (half year) courses: Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Earth and Space Science OR Human Biology (full year course) and/or Environmental Science (full year course). Students who choose the semester courses will study a different science in each of the half year semesters eg. Chemistry for the first half of the year and Physics for the second half. Students who intend to continue in Year 12 Biology must study Year 11 Biology. Students who intend to continue in Year 12 Chemistry must study Year 11 Chemistry. Students who intend to continue in Year 12 Physics must study Year 11 Physics. Year 11 Human Biology does NOT continue into Year 12 and students are not able to use this as the Biology option to proceed to Year 12 Biology. Year 11 Human Biology is for those students who need greater support with learning. This is done by teacher discretion. Environmental Science allows students to study about the environment, in the environment and for the environment and involves compulsory field work. It involves both Science and Social Science studies and may continue to Year 12 and 13 Environmental Science provided student numbers are sufficient. Biology (half year course) Pre-requisite: None Course Information This course is designed to give you a sample of what Biology has to offer. We develop your understanding of the essentials of Biology in an informative and fun way. Students study genetics and microbiology - both areas of intensive research and practical applications in New Zealand. Course Assessment - Standards assessed Internal 4 credits AS 90950 Investigate biological ideas relating to interactions between humans and micro-organisms. External 4 credits AS 90948 Demonstrate understanding of biological ideas relating to genetic variation. Future Areas of interest and study This course leads to Level 2 Biology. After completing Level 3 Biology you may enter future study of the sciences at tertiary level to become a research scientist, a forensic scientist, a health professional or simply put your knowledge to good use in a field you choose. Who to talk to: Ms Heeney or any of the biology staff. 32 Year 11 Options 2019
Chemistry (half year course) Pre-requisite: None Course Information Chemistry is about understanding the properties of different substances and materials in the world around us and the ways these substances can change. Objectives ● To gain a basic understanding of chemistry and be aware of the role of chemistry in our society. ● To be able to interpret and use chemical information. ● To understand theories and concepts to account for some chemical and physical properties of substances. ● To gain practical skills in handling substances and manipulating equipment safely. Content Atomic Structure, Acids and Bases, Rates of Reactions, Types of Chemical Reactions – Precipitation, Displacement, Decomposition. Course cost: $20 for education perfect (optional), this subscription will allow access to all sciences on education perfect. Course Assessment - Standards assessed External 4 credits AS 90944 Aspects of Acids and Bases 4 credits AS 90934 Aspects of Chemical Reactions Future Areas of interest and study Tertiary courses with study leading to a scientifically related field such as medical or health sciences, pharmacy, veterinary science, physiotherapy, food technology, etc.. Who to talk to: Mrs Rainey or any Chemistry teacher Earth and Space Science (half year course) Pre-requisite: None Course Information This course covers the fourth strand of Science which is Planet Earth and Beyond. The course is for students interested in Earth Science and Astronomy This is a half year course. In this course, learners will explore the world from the, geological and astronomical perspectives. Geology is the science which deals with the physical structure and substances of the Earth, their history, and processes which can act on them. Astronomy is the science which deals with space, celestial objects and phenomena which affect them. Course Cost: $15 for Astronomy learning workbook. Course Assessment - Standards assessed Internal 4 credits AS 90952: Demonstrate understanding of the formation of surface features in New Zealand 4 credits AS 90954 Demonstrate understanding of the effects of astronomical cycles on planet Earth. 33 Year 11 Options 2019
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