Level 1 History - Plagues, Disasters and Protests
Course Description
Big Question: How do historical events influence our understanding of ourselves and the world?
PURPOSE: History offers an understanding of human activities in the past in the context of change through time. It enables you to understand your heritage and that of your community, society, and nation.
COURSE OUTLINE: Two internal achievement standards are based on the student’s independent inquiry of an historical event of significance to New Zealand such as the 1918 The Influenza Pandemic, 1948 Polio Epidemic, the Wāhine disaster, Tangiwai Disaster, or Tarawera Eruption. Other significant events might include protests such as 1981 the Springbok Tour, the 1951 Waterfront Dispute, 1977 Bastion Point, or the Temperance Movement. One external achievement standard focuses on interpreting written and visual sources, using historical skills of an event of significance to Aotearoa, New Zealand.
Recommended Prior Learning
Satisfactory achievement in Year 10 Social Studies and English; strengths in Year 10 Social Studies; or discretion of the HOD.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery (Approximate)
To be advised
Pathway
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
External
NZQA Info
History 1.1 - Engage with a variety of primary sources in a historical context
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History 1.2 - Demonstrate understanding of the significance of a historical context
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History 1.3 - Demonstrate understanding of historical concepts in contexts of significance to Aotearoa New Zealand