NCEA Level 2 Classical Studies 201

CLS201
Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Ms R. Lomax

Recommended Prior Learning

12 or more credits from Achievement Standards in English or a Social Science course (ie History, Geography).

Classical Studies 201

In this course, we study Greek mythology (including the Gods and Heroes), famous ancient battles (like the 300 Spartans versus Persia), iconic Greek art works and buildings (like the Parthenon) and an epic story of trying to get home (The Odyssey). This course offers an introduction to the subject and will help students to develop a wide range of academic skills and build an understanding of how ancient societies shaped our own. We will explore ideas such as citizenship and society, culture and identity, empire and power, conflict, and art and aesthetics.

Course Overview

Term 1
Topic:
Greek Mythology

Assessment:
- Internal AS 91184 v2: Communicate understanding of an art history topic (4 credits)
- Internal AS 91204 v2: Demonstrate understanding of the relationship between aspects of the classical world & aspects of other cultures. (6 credits)

Term 2
Topics:
Greek Mythology
Greece versus Persia

Assessment:
- Internal AS 91204 v2: Demonstrate understanding of the relationship between aspects of the classical world & aspects of other cultures. (6 credits)
- Internal AS 91202 v3: Demonstrate understanding of a significant event in the classical world (4 credits)

Term 3
Topic:
Homer's Odyssey

Assessment:
- Practice for external AS 91200 v2: Demonstrate understanding of the ideas and values in the classical world.

Term 4
Topic:
Homer's Odyssey: revision for external examination

Assessment:
- External AS 91200 v2: Demonstrate understanding of the ideas and values in the classical world (4 credits)

Learning Areas:

Social Sciences


Assessment Policy & Procedures
Pathway

NCEA Level 3 Classical Studies 301

Career Pathways

Historian, Tertiary Lecturer, Private Teacher/Tutor

Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

No days out of school are planned at this stage although should a relevant exhibition or university day occur a trip may take place.

Students will need a clear file, a highlighter and a lined note book.