L1ENLU01

Level 1 English Language

Course Description

Teacher in Charge:

Level 1 English Language caters for migrant, Pasifika and International 2nd language learners (ELLs) in Years 10 and 11. 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 1, and prepares learners for L1 Literacy. The course targets the learning needs of individual learners.

The EL classroom is a caring, nurturing and positive learning environment, in which learners' languages and cultures are valued. Learners are encouraged to share their cultures and support each other in their learning. 

Course Overview

Term 1
Diagnostic testing and ELLP(English Language Learning Progressions) testing across all strands: listening, speaking, reading and writing at the start of the term. This data informs the learner focused programme to cater for diverse levels of English Language acquisition.

Polyfest theme and trip

Term 2
Reading and writing focus, including the development of vocabulary.
ELLP testing at the end of the term to gauge progress and gaps

Matariki theme and international food stalls

Term 3
Communication focus as a basis for developing literacy skills and oral confidence.

Term 4
Focus on study skills and completing internal assessments.

Recommended Prior Learning

Learners are tested on arrival at the college. The HOD EL recommends to learners who would benefit from choosing this course.

Course Costs and Equipment (this cost is only indicative)

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

Pathway

This course leads to L2 English Language and enables learners to be more successful in mainstream subjects.

Credit Information

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

Total Credits Available: 20 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 20 credits.

Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
U.S. 27997 v3
NZQA Info
Write simple texts for practical everyday purposes (EL)
7
7
7
7
7
Level: 1
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
U.S. 30994 v1
NZQA Info
Read and understand simple texts in everyday contexts (EL)
Level: 1
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
U.S. 31025 v1
NZQA Info
Present simple information on an everyday familiar topic (EL)
Level: 1
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
U.S. 31036 v1
NZQA Info
Complete basic forms with personal information (EL Foundation)
Level: 1
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 20
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.