Year 10 English builds on the knowledge and skills gained from Y9 at Level 4-5 of the National English Curriculum. It is aimed at students who are proficient in the skills required at Level 5 of the National English Curriculum. Students will continue to develop making and creating meaning through reading and writing, listening and speaking as well as viewing and presenting, through a range of texts (poetry, novels, film, articles etc).
As with all English courses, Y10 English aims to allow students to:
There is a focus on ensuring students are equipped with functional literacy and building on reading and writing skills for the secondary school that are practiced in Year 9 and further developed in Year 10. Students are working to be ready for the NCEA Literacy co-requisite in reading and writing that can be assessed at Year 10.
Year 10 English courses are taught using a variety of mediums. Students will require a Chrome book or laptop to access the online learning tools, including Google Classroom and Reading Plus. It is useful for students to have their own headphones to use with their devices.
Students will be required to always come to class with a book and pen ready to participate in the learning activities of the classroom.