HIS2

History Level 2

Course Description

History Level 2

This subject gives the student the necessary skills and knowledge to continue in Level 3 History. The main focuses of this subject are World War One, and 9/11. Prerequisites are 12 credits in HIS 101 or Level 1 Merit credits in English.

World War One- We have a large focus around Gallipoli. What caused New Zealand to enter the war and what did they experience during their involvement. We look at the legacy this has left for us and our connection to Australia. You will complete a research report analysing primary and secondary sources and write a report around History's key concepts: Cause, Consequences and Significance. 

9/11- We look at the event that changed American forever. We look at causes that led to America being a target and what has happened in the world since. We look at how different people have different perspectives around this event . 

All throughout the year we will practice source analysis for the external examination. 


Course Overview

Term 1
Unit: 9/11
Focusing Questions
What is terrorism?
Why was America targeted for 9/11?
What was the purpose of 9/11?What effect did 9/11 have on America?
How has the Whole world changed since 9/11?
What is the war on Terror?
How has New Zealand been involved with the War on Terror?

Term 2
Unit: World War One

Focusing Questions:
What caused WW1?
WHy did NZ go to WW1?
What happened at Gallipoli?
Why did the Gallipoli plan fail?
Why is Gallipoli significant to New Zealanders?
What were the other major battles of WW1?
How did WW1 end?
What was the legacy of WW1?

Term 3
Unit 3: Research Assessment
- Sources and evaluation

Term 4
Examination Revision

Recommended Prior Learning


If you did not do HIS101or gain a sufficient number of credits in HIS101, then success in ENG101 is a prerequisite. 

Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

Combined Geography, Economics and History trip to Wellington during term 2 - approx cost $300

Pathway

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

This course is eligible for subject endorsement.

Total Credits Available: 23 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 9 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 14 credits.

Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91229 v2
NZQA Info
History 2.1 - Carry out an inquiry of an historical event or place that is of significance to New Zealanders
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 4r
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91230 v2
NZQA Info
History 2.2 - Examine an historical event or place that is of significance to New Zealanders
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 5r
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91231 v2
NZQA Info
History 2.3 - Examine sources of an historical event that is of significance to New Zealanders
Level: 2
Internal or External: External
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 4r,4w
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91232 v2
NZQA Info
History 2.4 - Interpret different perspectives of people in an historical event that is of significance to New Zealanders
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 5r
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91233 v2
NZQA Info
History 2.5 - Examine causes and consequences of a significant historical event
Level: 2
Internal or External: External
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 5r,5w
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 23
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 23
Total Numeracy Credits: 0

Disclaimer

Courses outlined will only be available if sufficient students wish to take them AND appropriate staff are available to teach them.

Courses that do not run may be offered through distance learning and be supported by the Distance Learning Department.