Thames High School Thames High School

History Level 2

HIS2
Course Description Recommended Prior Learning


If 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

Learning Areas:

Social Sciences


Pathway

History Level 3

Career Pathways

Historian, Barrister, Journalist, Legal Executive, Solicitor, Curator, Librarian, Photographer



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

										

								


				






    

        
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.