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How to Be Bad

Course Description


How to Be Bad     

In this course, we'll dive into the minds of villains. We'll explore what drives them, what makes them tick, and why we can't help but love them on the page and screen. You'll look at classic villains from books and movies, as well as some modern-day examples. We'll also think about how villains help us understand big ideas like good and evil, power, and human nature.

If you're curious about the darker side of human nature and love a good story, this course is for you. You'll sharpen your critical thinking skills and learn how to analyse complex characters and texts.

By the end of this course, you'll be able to:

- Identify and analyse what motivates villains in literature and film.

- Explain the role of villains in society and how they explore deep themes.

- Write a critical analysis of a villain from a book or movie.

- Present your findings to an audience.


Course Overview

Term 1
Ever wondered why people make bad decisions, do terrible things, or even become the "bad guy"? In Term One, we're going to explore villains through the camera lens. We'll dive into how different filmmakers, past and present, portray the psychological motivations behind some of our most iconic villains. Get ready to see your favourite bad guys in a whole new light!

Standard covered:
AS91480: Respond critically to significant aspects of visual and/or oral text(s) through close reading, supported by evidence
Credits: 3
AS91475: Produce a selection of fluent and coherent writing which develops,
sustains, and structures ideas
Credits: 6
AS91473: Respond critically to specified aspect(s) of studied visual or oral text(s), supported by evidence
Credits: 4

Term 2
We're going to dive into the novel Better the Blood and get inside the mind of a serial killer. We'll explore what drives him to track down those who have "done him wrong" and uncover the motivations behind his actions.

Standard covered:
AS91475: Produce a selection of fluent and coherent writing which develops,
sustains, and structures ideas
Credits: 6
AS91479: Develop an informed understanding of literature and/or language using critical texts
Credits: 4
AS91472: Respond critically to specified aspect(s) of studied written text(s), supported by evidence
Credits: 4

Term 3
This term, you'll get to choose a film or novel to explore how research can change the way we see villains. We'll sharpen our research and writing skills, making sure we can back up our opinions with solid evidence.

Standard covered:
AS91479: Develop an informed understanding of literature and/or language using critical texts
Credits: 4
AS91475: Produce a selection of fluent and coherent writing which develops,
sustains, and structures ideas
Credits: 6


OPTIONAL
AS91476: Create and deliver a fluent and coherent oral text which develops, sustains, and structures ideas

Term 4
Exam Preparation
AS91473: Respond critically to specified aspect(s) of studied visual or oral text(s), supported by evidence
Credits: 4
OR
AS91472: Respond critically to specified aspect(s) of studied written text(s), supported by evidence
Credits: 4

OPTIONAL
AS91476: Create and deliver a fluent and coherent oral text which develops, sustains, and structures ideas

Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

Stationery costs only + travel cost for a non-compulsory field trip to Waikato University and DO DAY activities (TBC)

Credit Information

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

Total Credits Available: 25 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 8 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 17 credits.

Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91472 v1
NZQA Info
English 3.1 - Respond critically to specified aspect(s) of studied written text(s), supported by evidence

This is an optional standard. Enrolment confirmed in Term 2.

4
4
4
4
4

This course offers the following optional standards, which will be agreed upon in consultation with your teacher.

Level: 3
Internal or External: External
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: Y
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 4r,4w *
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91473 v1
NZQA Info
English 3.2 - Respond critically to specified aspect(s) of studied visual or oral text(s), supported by evidence
4
4
4
4
4
Level: 3
Internal or External: External
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: Y
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 4w *
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91475 v1
NZQA Info
English 3.4 - Produce a selection of fluent and coherent writing which develops, sustains, and structures ideas
6
6
6
6
6
Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 6
Level 1 Literacy Credits: Y
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 6w *
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91476 v1
NZQA Info
English 3.5 - Create and deliver a fluent and coherent oral text which develops, sustains, and structures ideas
3
3
3
3
3
3
Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: Y
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0 *
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91478 v1
NZQA Info
English 3.7 - Respond critically to significant connections across texts, supported by evidence
4
4
4
4
4
4
Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: Y
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0 *
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91479 v1
NZQA Info
English 3.8 - Develop an informed understanding of literature and/or language using critical texts
4
4
4
4
4
Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: Y
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 4r *
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 25
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 25
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 18
Total Numeracy Credits: 0

Approved subject for University Entrance

Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 25

Only students engaged in learning and achievement derived from Te Marautanga o Aotearoa are eligible to be awarded these subjects as part of the requirement for 14 credits in each of three subjects.