The Power of Music
12ENGM Course Description
In this course, you’ll:
Investigate how music influences personal and collective identities, and how it serves as a powerful tool for social change
Find, evaluate, and use information to draw well-supported conclusions about music’s role in societal change.
Delve into music’s influence on cultural practices, emotional experiences, and societal movements.
Carefully examine and interpret musical texts and related materials, supporting ideas and conclusions with clear evidence.
No experience needed—just a love for music and a passion for stories. Whether you're into writing, performing, or just curious, this course is for you!
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 music 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
Career Pathways
Musician, Diversional and Recreational Therapist, Secondary School Teacher, Artistic Director, Film and Video Editor, Sound Technician, Entertainer, Director (Film, Television, Radio or Stage), Radio Presenter, Media Producer, Production Assistant (Film, Television, Radio or Stage), Early Childhood Teacher, Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), Primary School Teacher, Kaiwhakaako Māori, Tertiary Lecturer, Private Teacher/Tutor, Youth Worker
Contributions and Equipment/StationeryStationery costs only + travel cost for a non-compulsory field trip. Possible Do Day trip may be added TBC