NCEA Level 2 History 201
HIS201 Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mrs A. Nielsen.
Recommended Prior LearningThis is a literacy-heavy subject. Students should have 8 credits from a Level 1 subject which is literacy-rich (eg. Geography or English). Year 11 History is helpful but this is not a compulsory pre-requisite.
“There may be times when we are powerless to prevent injustice, but there must never be a time when we fail to protest”. - Elie Wiesel
History is the study of the past – it investigates the people, societies, and events of the past. Studying History gives us the tools to analyse and explain problems, develop empathy, think critically and understand how the events of the past influence the world today.
In Year 12 students will study a range of different contexts based around the themes of protest, resistance and persecution. The course builds on the knowledge and skills students learnt in HIS101. Students will learn a range of skills such as examining historical perspectives, exploring different sides of contested events, writing convincing and logical arguments, analysing sources and learning how to carry out effective research.
Course Overview
Term 1
In Term One the topic of study is Divided Nations: The Vietnam War. This topic examines how the conflict not only led to the division of Vietnam into North and South but also divided perspectives among the countries involved in the fighting. Through this topic students will interpret perspectives and evaluate the significance of a historical event. They will learn about the factors that shape people’s thinking about the past and how they influence the actions of people and groups.
Term 2
In Term Two the topic of study is The Ripple Effect: Examining Causes and Consequences in History. In this unit students will develop their essay writing skills and the ability to formulate a convincing argument. We will learn about the causes and consequences of a significant historical event such as the Russian Revolution, the Easter Rising or the Salem Witch Trials.
Term 3
In Term Three the topic of study is Voices of Change. This is a unit composed of case studies examining protest and resistance in Aotearoa and abroad. Students will develop their source analysis skills and learn how to conduct effective research. Students will also have the opportunity to complete a research project on a topic of their choice related to the themes of the course.
Term 4
In Term Four students will focus on revision and preparation for the external examinations.
Pathway
NCEA Level 3 Classical Studies 301, NCEA Level 3 Geography 301, NCEA Level 3 History 301, NCEA Level 3 Legal Studies 301
Career PathwaysCopywriter, Archivist, Historian, Author, Elected Government Representative, Psychologist, Journalist, Editor, Solicitor, Curator, Foreign Policy Officer, Exhibition and Collections Technician, Primary School Teacher, Tertiary Lecturer, Secondary School Teacher, Social Worker, Teacher Aide, Tour Guide