Level 2 Dystopian Futures
Course Description
PURPOSE: How should dystopian literature prepare us for the future?
This course is designed to extend students and introduce them to high-level texts and literacy concepts. The course's texts will enable significant opportunities for connection to issues in contemporary society, with a proposed course of study including The Handmaid's Tale and 1984.
COURSE OUTLINE: This course consists of a study of literature that focuses on the theme of dystopia, looking at a future in which a 'perfect' society is maintained through governmental, totalitarian, moral, religious or corporate control. You will examine written and visual texts exploring these ideas and make links to contemporary society. You will be a student interested in reading and viewing a wide range of fiction and non-fiction texts. You will be a student seeking endorsements and one who could use this thematic, academic study, incorporating critical literary theory, to gain Scholarship English at Year 13.
Recommended Prior Learning
Success in academic Level 1 English preferably with an external.
RECOMMENDED ENTRY: High ability and interest in ideas around power and control.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery (Approximate)
To be advised
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 2.3 - 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 2.7 - Analyse significant connections across texts, supported by evidence