Whangaparaoa College Whangaparaoa College

Level 1 History

L1HIST01
Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Miss C. Sellars.

Level 1 History focuses on the human past - events that have happened across time that involve people. History helps us to understand how the events of the past link to each other, and how they connect to today.

Level 1 History will give you an understanding of how events today have their beginnings in the events of the past. You will be equipped with the concepts of historical significance, perspective, and cause and consequences as well as research skills you can bring with you into the future.

Topics that may be covered:

-New Zealand and World War II

-Black Civil Rights Movement

-Protest Movements

-What makes an event significant?

-Source analysis


Learning Areas:

History, Social Science


Pathway

Level 2 History

Career Pathways

Animator/Digital Artist, Air Force Officer, Archivist, Army Officer, Army Soldier, Art Director (Film, Television or Stage), Historian, Artist, Artistic Director, Barrister, Minister of Religion, Graphic Designer, Interior Designer, Conservator, Legal Executive, Solicitor, Judge, Curator, Workplace Relations Adviser, Records Adviser



			
					
					Course Contribution and Equipment (this value is only indicative)
										

1 x 2B8 (hard cover) exercise book, 20 page clear file, highlighters
Approximately $40 for field trip cost (subject to change)


Disclaimer

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