L2ENLU01

Level 2 English Language

Course Description

Teacher in Charge:

This course caters for migrant, Pasifika and International 2nd language learners (ELLs) in Years 11-12

The aim of the course is to develop academic vocabulary and competency in English skills across listening, speaking, reading and writing. The course is multi-level with assessments that provide credits towards NCEA Level 2, and targets the learning needs of individual learners. It also enables learners to be successful in  mainstream subjects and prepares them for L1 Literacy, and UE Literacy in 2025.

The EL classroom is a positive, nurturing environment which values and embraces the languages and cultures of the learners. Learners are encouraged to share their cultures and  support each other in their learning. Their cultures are an integral focus in the course for discussions, writing and presentation topics.


Course Overview

Term 1
Developing writing skills and writing a recount about ASB Polyfest

Polyfest trip

Term 2
Developing oral communication skills, focusing on active listening and speaking.

Matariki theme and international food market

Term 3
Developing reading skills and strategies that can be applied in mainstream subjects.

Developing oral confidence with a focus on presenting.

Term 4
Developing study skills and completing internal assessment.

Recommended Prior Learning

Learners from L1 and JUNEL01 will be recommended to choose this course by the HOD EL. 

Course Costs and Equipment (this cost is only indicative)

$20 course book
$20 class trip
$5 printing charge
$10 Stepsweb

Pathway

This course prepares learners for L3 English Language which provides credits towards NCEA Level 3.
In Level 3, able learners can take L4 EAP Reading and Writing which will give them UE Literacy.
Learners can also prepare for L1 Literacy.

Assessment Information

Max credits - 20
Assessments are Internal and 5 credits for each of the 4 standards
1. US 27999 Write on a familiar topic (EL)
2. US 30980 v1 Demonstrate understanding of a straightforward text on a familiar topic (EL)
3. US 30980 v1 Read and understand a straightforward text on a familiar topic (EL)
4. Us 31026 v2 Present information on a familiar topic (EL)

Credit Information

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

Total Credits Available: 15 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 15 credits.

Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
U.S. 27999 v3
NZQA Info
Write a simple connected text on a familiar topic (EL)
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
U.S. 30980 v1
NZQA Info
Demonstrate understanding of a straightforward spoken text on a familiar topic (EL)
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
U.S. 31026 v1
NZQA Info
Present information on a familiar topic (EL)
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 15
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 0

Disclaimer

Although we aim to enable every learner to have the course that they prefer,  limited places or learning requirements may restrict learners' choices.