This is an option subject that runs for a full year.

Teacher in Charge: Jake McGregor (MGG)

In this course, students will develop a range of key skills required in History, such as source interpretation, research and writing. Students will also build their understanding of historical concepts, such as cause and effect, whakapapa, mana, turangawaewae, and significance.

Topics covered in this course include the Cold War and the nuclear arms race that followed, New Zealand's anti-nuclear stance, as well as the Dawn Raids.

COURSE COSTS

Students will require a 1B5 exercise book.

ACADEMIC COURSE OUTLINE

The following standards will be offered throughout this course:

Achievement Standard 92024 v3 History 1.1 - Engage with a variety of primary sources in a historical context

Internal Assessment, worth 5 credits

Achievement Standard 92025 v3 History 1.2 - Demonstrate understanding of the significance of a historical context

Internal Assessment, worth 5 credits

Achievement Standard 92026 v3 History 1.3 - Demonstrate understanding of historical concepts in contexts of significance to Aotearoa New Zealand

External Assessment, worth 5 credits

Achievement Standard 92027 v3 History 1.4 - Demonstrate understanding of perspectives on a historical context 

External Assessment, worth 5 credits

Total credits available for this course: 20 NCEA Level 1 credits

This course is endorsable