Language Studies (11LNST)

Qualification
NCEA – Level 1

Course Outline
This option is an extension of the Language Studies programmes offered in Years 9 and 10. The focus continues to be the improvement of the students’ literacy levels by regular practice of the basic skills of English. The pattern of 15 minutes of silent reading at the start of each lesson is continued, as is the regular testing of spelling. Students will further develop their comprehension, writing and oral communication skills and will be expected to produce written work that is both accurate and in-depth. Emphasis will be placed on supporting the students with their NCEA Level 1 courses by continuing to help them develop study skills, appropriate goals and examination techniques, and by reinforcing the learning that is taking place in other courses.
To this end, there will be a weekly monitored study period. There is a strong emphasis on increasing personal responsibility for learning and on developing an awareness of group dynamics.

Recommended prior achievement level
N/A

Cost
N/A