L2 History (L2HIS)
L2HIS Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mrs J. Valentine.
Recommended Prior LearningYr 11 History or at least 12 credits in another English-rich subject
Want to do a well respected course that will help you boost your literacy skills, improve your evaluation skills and help you understand decisions that have been made in the past that still impact us today? Then do History!
Universities ask for an English-rich subject to have been taken for many of their courses, such as Engineering, Health professions etc. as being able to write well is a key skill in many professions. History will provide you with this!
Students will gain a deeper level of insight into influences that have shaped society, not only in the past but NOW, in the present and indeed will be able to predict the future!
Students will develop further research, analytical and writing skills.
Conflict and Tragedy
We start by looking at the causes, consequences and main events of the Vietnam War, including the protest movements in America, and the music that came out of that era. We also look at the significance of the war to New Zealand and what impact it has had here since, including looking at two local soldiers who were killed in the war.
The second half of the year looks at the causes and consequences of the rise of the Nazi Party, specifically Hitler being made Chancellor in 1933. We look at the Holocaust as one of the main consequences of this event.
For your first and second internal you will research an event that involves conflict/tragedy/conspiracy. This can be an event of your choice.
Learning Areas:
Pathway Career Pathways
Holiday Park Manager, Sales Representative, Actor, Acupuncturist, Finance Manager, Advertising Specialist, Copywriter, Sales and Marketing Manager, Agricultural/Horticultural Scientist, Pathologist, Zoologist, Retail Manager, Zookeeper, Police Officer, Historian, Artist, Barrister, Bank Worker, Hotel/Motel Manager, Farmer/Farm Manager, Property Manager, Building and Construction Manager, Entertainer, Buyer, Cafe/Restaurant Manager, Motor Vehicle Salesperson, Clinical Physiologist, Physician, Managing Director/Chief Executive, Podiatrist, Elected Government Representative, Psychologist, Mine/Quarry Manager, Journalist, Graphic Designer, Diver, Information Technology Manager, Event Manager, Technical Writer, Dairy Farmer, Storeperson, Legal Executive, Solicitor, Judge, Crop Farmer/Manager, Systems Administrator, Workplace Relations Adviser, Forensic Scientist, General Practitioner, Gynaecologist/Obstetrician, Psychiatrist, Personal Assistant, Records Adviser, Energy/Carbon Auditor, Media Producer, Financial Adviser, Fishery Officer, Forest Manager, Forestry Scientist, Gardener, Groundsperson, Health Services Manager, Primary School Teacher, Librarian, Mortgage Broker, Office Manager, Photographer, Purchasing/Supply Officer, Production Manager, Recreation Co-ordinator, Project Manager, Saw Doctor, Case Manager
Contributions and Equipment/StationeryAn open mind, a sense of curiosity and a willingness to explore beyond the obvious. A willingness to get involved in debates and form arguments and opinions based on research. Red Exercise book, pens, pencils, A4 presentation folders. A device will be very useful.