Level 3 History
L3HIST01 Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Miss C. Sellars.
In the Level 3 History course learners have the opportunity to analyse contested historical events from New Zealand and international contexts. They will gather information from historical sources such as artefacts, films, guest speakers, and historical sites to gain an understanding of the causes, consequences, and significance of important historical events.
History is an open-entry subject ( which means there are no pre requisites, but good literacy skills are helpful).
To select History at Level 3 you do not to have done it at Level 2
The study of History develops a range of valuable skills that prepare learners for tertiary study, including:
Effective research processes – selecting appropriate sources of information, referencing etc
Written communication - paragraph and essay writing
Verbal communication – expressing ideas and opinions
Critical and analytical thinking – thinking deeper about events and different perspectives on these
Connecting past with present – how past events have influenced social and political situations today
Separating fact from fiction
Topics that may be covered:
- Researching a significant historical event of each learner's choice
- The Invasion of the Waikato
- The My Lai Massacre
- The French Revolution
Learning Areas:
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, 40 page clear file, highlighters.
Learners will need printing credit loaded on their accounts for the research internal.