History Level 2
HIS2 Course Description Recommended Prior LearningIf you did not do HIS101or gain a sufficient number of credits in HIS101, then success in ENG101 is a prerequisite.
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
Pathway Career Pathways
Historian, Barrister, Journalist, Legal Executive, Solicitor, Curator, Librarian, Photographer
Contributions and Equipment/StationeryCombined Geography, Economics and History trip to Wellington during term 2 - approx cost $300