12ENGL

What's love got to do with it?

Course Description

Oxytocin, serotonin, dopamine. Can love be explained by a series of chemical reactions in our brains, or is it something more?  In this course students will explore the inner workings of love: love languages, attachment styles and different types of love. We will look into one of the most powerful forces in our universe that drives humans to do the unthinkable, good or bad! We will look at iconic relationships and love in literature and film, as well as more contemporary examples. 

Why do people fall in love? And why are some forms of love long-lasting while others are so fleeting? Love is a basic human emotion, but understanding how and why it happens is not necessarily easy. This course is for students who are interested in understanding how love really influences our choices and want to learn to analyse complex characters and texts through this lens.

Students will:

  • Gain a better understanding of the most basic and mysterious human emotion: love. 

  • Use texts to explore relationship traits and their implications.

  • Reflect on effective ways to understand yourself and others.

Course Overview

Term 1
Get ready to kick off the year with the Close View assessment! This term, we're diving back into the film skills you've been sharpening since Year 9. It's a chance to refresh what you already know and level up your analysis game. Whether you've mastered it or need a little boost, this term is all about getting you back in the groove with those film techniques you've been building over the years.

Assessments covered:
AS91107 Analyse aspects of visual and/or oral text(s) through close viewing and/or listening, supported by evidence
AND
AS91101 - Produce a selection of crafted and controlled writing

Term 2
Get ready to dive into research like never before—this time with a music twist! You’ll pick a topic related to love that interests you and learn research skills that’ll help you ace projects in other subjects too. This standard is all about boosting your reading and writing skills, but don’t stress if writing isn't your thing.

Here’s the cool part: You have options! You can write your research or create a presentation instead. If you’re feeling nervous about speaking in front of the class, no worries—record a voiceover for your presentation and still earn those extra credits. There are so many ways to succeed this term, so just let your teacher know what works best for you!

Assessments covered:
AS91105 Use information literacy skills to form developed conclusion(s)
OPTIONAL
AS91102 Construct and deliver a crafted and controlled oral text

Term 3
This term, we’re going to level up your exam skills. You’re already halfway there since you’ve studied the film—now it’s time to put that knowledge into action. You’ll get to refine your practice essays and add them to your writing portfolio. This is your chance to show off all the film analysis skills you’ve been building over the past four years. Get ready to impress!

Assessments covered:
AS91109 Analyse specified aspect(s) of studied visual or oral text(s), supported by evidence
AND
AS91101 - Produce a selection of crafted and controlled writing

Term 4
This term is all about cashing in on the hard work you’ve put in all year. It's time to gear up for your exam, finalize your writing portfolio, and get everything lined up for Year 13 and beyond. This is your chance to show what you've got and set yourself up for success—don't miss it!

Assessments covered:
AS91109 Analyse specified aspect(s) of studied visual or oral text(s), supported by evidence
AND
AS91101 - Produce a selection of crafted and controlled writing

Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

Students costs only.

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

Total Credits Available: 20 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 4 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 16 credits.

Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91099 v4
NZQA Info
English 2.2 - Analyse specified aspect(s) of studied visual or oral text(s), supported by evidence
5
5
5
5
5
Level: 2
Internal or External: External
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: Y
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 4w
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91101 v2
NZQA Info
English 2.4 - Produce a selection of crafted and controlled writing
6
6
6
6
6
6
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 6
Level 1 Literacy Credits: Y
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 6w
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91102 v2
NZQA Info
English 2.5 - Construct and deliver a crafted and controlled oral text
3
3
3
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: Y
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91105 v2
NZQA Info
English 2.8 - Use information literacy skills to form developed conclusion(s)
5
5
5
5
5
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: Y
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 4r
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91107 v2
NZQA Info
English 2.10 - Analyse aspects of visual and/or oral text(s) through close viewing and/or listening, supported by evidence
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: Y
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 20
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 20
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 14
Total Numeracy Credits: 0