St Johns College - History . . .
T.I.C. Mrs E. McFarland
If you have a passion to learn History and have always been curious about the present and the past, then opt for History, it will get you going places!
Course Entry Requirements
Year 11 Good literacy skills in reading and writing, sound grades in Year 10 exams and a thirst for knowledge.
Year 12 It is beneficial if students have taken Year 11 and passed at least three of the standards, however, 14-16 credits in other similar multi-skill subject such as English/Geography, as well at the discretion of the Teacher in charge of History.
Year 13 At the discretion of the Teacher in charge of History. Alternative to taking English. It is beneficial if students have taken it before, however, 14 credits in a similar multi-skill based subject, such as Geography or English will be considered.
Dramatic History
In 2017 History is being revamped to combine History with the Performing Arts/Drama. Students can still expect to learn about the past but combine it on occasion with aspects of the Performing Arts. Come and learn about sound and lighting techniques, stage managing, props, wardrobe design, set construction, performance. Term One 2017 is our combined School Production. This will help students gain a range of skills and gain standards up to 12 credits by the end of Term One. This is a new and exciting opportunity to explore and experiment, and discover your hidden talents, if you choose to.
Level One Possibilities
AS 90006-Apply drama techniques in a dramatic context 4 credits Internal
AS 90009- Perform an acting role in a scripted Production 4 credits Internal
AS 90999-Use features of a drama/theatre form in a performance 4 credits Internal
Unit Standards Possibilities
AS Number | Achievement Standard Title | Credits | Assessment Method
26687 | Demonstrate and apply knowledge of sound technology for a performance context | 4 | Internal
26689 | Demonstrate knowledge of costuming for a performance context | 3 | Internal
26690 | Construct item(s) to meet production needs for a performance context from a given brief | 3 | Internal
26691 | Assist in a performing arts production by undertaking a specified production role | 2 | Internal
Similar standards at Level Two and Three are possible depending on the make-up and interest of the class.
Career Pathways
History students are lucky that they can take the skills they learn and embark upon any possible career choice available. Employees in a wide range of careers, from the Business world through to the Scientific World accept History students as they are analytical, self-driven, independent thinkers who can be creative and critical, all widely desired skills in all future job hunting. So it does not matter if you want to be a Criminologist, Surveyor, ICT, Engineer, Education or Lawyer, you will have a lot to offer any prospective employer.
LEVEL 1 HISTORY: 24 credits offered
ALL Level One History standards count towards Literacy credits, both reading and writing.
The following THEMES will be taught in 2011 and the understanding gained will be applied in the Achievement Standards throughout the year. Some of the possible contexts are given next to the themes.
Themes
91001 | RESEARCH Part I: Carry out an historical investigation of an historical event, or place. (Students will collect evidence from a range of sources and organise it in a folder) | 4 | Possible Internal Topics include: (own choice) 1.Assassinations of key individuals, 2. A significant Disaster 3. Significant event
91002 | RESEARCH: Demonstrate understanding of an historical event, or place of significance. (Students will present their findings in a creative type way, e.g. brochure, power point, feature magazine articles, website design) | 4 | Internal
Present findings on above choice of topic
91003 | Interpret sources of an historical event of significance to NZ. (Skills based) | 4 | External
91004 | Demonstrate understanding of different perspectives (point of views) of people in an historical event. | 4 | Internal
91005 | Describe the causes and consequences of an historical event. (Own choice) | 4 | External
91006 | Describe how a significant historical event affected NZ society. | 4 | External
LEVEL 2 HISTORY
Ever wondered why Vietnamese people speak French? Why the entire Russian royal family was murdered, or when the last person was hung in Napier’s Prison?
Note: only 24 credits will be offered from list above.
AS Number | Achievement Standard Title | Credits | Assessment Method
AS91229 | RESEARCH Part I: Carry out a planned inquiry of an historical event, or place, of significance to NZers. (Fieldtrip opportunity) | 4 | Internal
AS91230 | RESEARCH: Part II: Examine an historical event, or place, of significance to NZers. | 5 | Internal
AS91231 | Examine historical sources. (students who wish to gain extra history credits will be entered for this.) | 4 | External
AS91232 | Interpret different perspectives. | 5 | Internal
AS91233 | Examine the causes and consequences of a significant event. (Own choice Essay) | 5 | External
AS91234 | Examine how a significant historical event affected NZ society. (Such as Battle Monte Cassino, 1936 Spanish Civil War or Student’s Internal Research) | 5 | External
Themes of study could include:
A Conspiracy Theory Debunked? Examples include President J.F.K’s assassination, 9/11,
Sinking of the Titanic. The Impact of a Tragedy – Passchendaele, 1931 Napier Earthquake, Ballentynes Fire, ‘Bringing a Solider Back to Life’ – choose a soldier from a war memorial and discover about the life they lived and how and why the died in war.
LEVEL 3 HISTORY
AS Number | Achievement Standard Title | Credits | Assessment Method
91434 | Research an historical event or place of significance to New Zealanders – e.g. Great Battles in History | 5 | Internal
91435 | Analyse an historical event, or place, of significance to New Zealanders – e.g. Great Battles in History | 5 | Internal
91436 | Analyse evidence relating to an historical event of significance to New Zealanders | 4 | External
91437 | Analyse different perspectives of a contested event of significance to New Zealanders | 5 | Internal
91438 | Analyse the causes and consequences of a significant historical event | 6 | External
OR
91439 | Analyse a significant historical trend and the forces that influenced it | 6 | External
Great Battles In History is dedicated to learning about some great battles over the course of History, from the Ancient World, through to the Middle Ages to the Early Modern Period and today. Students will gain a wealth of understanding across a larger historical setting. Find out about how some battles changed the course of history, great men and women, their battle plans, weaponry, and ultimately who the winners were.
This topic leads to two main internals for research, both worth 5 credits each and a Field Trip opportunity to Waiouru Army Museum in Term 1.
Sinn Fein – Ourselves Alone is the study of conflict in Ireland predominantly in the 19th and 20th centuries. As Ireland today still struggles with its ‘historic demons’, this topic is a necessity in understanding peoples’ beliefs today and how the past continues to influence and shape the future.
This topic can lead to the third internal about `perspectives’ worth 5 credits.
Gunns, Grog, Germs And God is the study of the early contact period in NZ through to the NZ Wars 1845 – 1872,.
Fieldtrip Opportunities - `Exploring Our Cultural Richness’
Carrying on with tradition, students will travel to Wellington and spend a night on Somes Island, as well as experiencing a few `behind the scenes’ tours of some of our well known institutions such as, a Forensic lab at the Porirua Police museum. We also travel to Waiouru Army museum in Term 1 for Research Purposes and a requirement for the first 2 Internals, as well as Wellington.
If you have a passion to learn History and have always been curious about the present and the past, then opt for History, it will get you going places!
Course Entry Requirements
Year 11 Good literacy skills in reading and writing, sound grades in Year 10 exams and a thirst for knowledge.
Year 12 It is beneficial if students have taken Year 11 and passed at least three of the standards, however, 14-16 credits in other similar multi-skill subject such as English/Geography, as well at the discretion of the Teacher in charge of History.
Year 13 At the discretion of the Teacher in charge of History. Alternative to taking English. It is beneficial if students have taken it before, however, 14 credits in a similar multi-skill based subject, such as Geography or English will be considered.
Dramatic History
In 2017 History is being revamped to combine History with the Performing Arts/Drama. Students can still expect to learn about the past but combine it on occasion with aspects of the Performing Arts. Come and learn about sound and lighting techniques, stage managing, props, wardrobe design, set construction, performance. Term One 2017 is our combined School Production. This will help students gain a range of skills and gain standards up to 12 credits by the end of Term One. This is a new and exciting opportunity to explore and experiment, and discover your hidden talents, if you choose to.
Level One Possibilities
AS 90006-Apply drama techniques in a dramatic context 4 credits Internal
AS 90009- Perform an acting role in a scripted Production 4 credits Internal
AS 90999-Use features of a drama/theatre form in a performance 4 credits Internal
Unit Standards Possibilities
AS Number | Achievement Standard Title | Credits | Assessment Method
26687 | Demonstrate and apply knowledge of sound technology for a performance context | 4 | Internal
26689 | Demonstrate knowledge of costuming for a performance context | 3 | Internal
26690 | Construct item(s) to meet production needs for a performance context from a given brief | 3 | Internal
26691 | Assist in a performing arts production by undertaking a specified production role | 2 | Internal
Similar standards at Level Two and Three are possible depending on the make-up and interest of the class.
Career Pathways
History students are lucky that they can take the skills they learn and embark upon any possible career choice available. Employees in a wide range of careers, from the Business world through to the Scientific World accept History students as they are analytical, self-driven, independent thinkers who can be creative and critical, all widely desired skills in all future job hunting. So it does not matter if you want to be a Criminologist, Surveyor, ICT, Engineer, Education or Lawyer, you will have a lot to offer any prospective employer.
LEVEL 1 HISTORY: 24 credits offered
ALL Level One History standards count towards Literacy credits, both reading and writing.
The following THEMES will be taught in 2011 and the understanding gained will be applied in the Achievement Standards throughout the year. Some of the possible contexts are given next to the themes.
Themes
- ‘Brothers-in-arms’: Resistance Movement during World War II, Maori Battalion.
- Freedom Fighters versus the Intolerant’: Malcolm X, Black Panthers, Black Power Movement, Martin Luther King; South African anti-apartheid groups all had their own enemies to tackle in a climate of fear, intimidation and violence. How successful were they?
- ‘Expansionist Egos’: Fascist Mussolini and Hitler, Communist Russia’s Stalin all had a huge impact on the world at some point during the 1920s to 1940s. What made these provocative leaders forces to be reckoned with?
- ‘Explosive Events and Provocative Protests’: Taking on the Big Guns over the issues of atmospheric testing, nuclear might; For the love of the game: Rugby - Kiwis clash over the 1981 Springbok Tour.
91001 | RESEARCH Part I: Carry out an historical investigation of an historical event, or place. (Students will collect evidence from a range of sources and organise it in a folder) | 4 | Possible Internal Topics include: (own choice) 1.Assassinations of key individuals, 2. A significant Disaster 3. Significant event
91002 | RESEARCH: Demonstrate understanding of an historical event, or place of significance. (Students will present their findings in a creative type way, e.g. brochure, power point, feature magazine articles, website design) | 4 | Internal
Present findings on above choice of topic
91003 | Interpret sources of an historical event of significance to NZ. (Skills based) | 4 | External
91004 | Demonstrate understanding of different perspectives (point of views) of people in an historical event. | 4 | Internal
91005 | Describe the causes and consequences of an historical event. (Own choice) | 4 | External
91006 | Describe how a significant historical event affected NZ society. | 4 | External
LEVEL 2 HISTORY
Ever wondered why Vietnamese people speak French? Why the entire Russian royal family was murdered, or when the last person was hung in Napier’s Prison?
Note: only 24 credits will be offered from list above.
AS Number | Achievement Standard Title | Credits | Assessment Method
AS91229 | RESEARCH Part I: Carry out a planned inquiry of an historical event, or place, of significance to NZers. (Fieldtrip opportunity) | 4 | Internal
AS91230 | RESEARCH: Part II: Examine an historical event, or place, of significance to NZers. | 5 | Internal
AS91231 | Examine historical sources. (students who wish to gain extra history credits will be entered for this.) | 4 | External
AS91232 | Interpret different perspectives. | 5 | Internal
AS91233 | Examine the causes and consequences of a significant event. (Own choice Essay) | 5 | External
AS91234 | Examine how a significant historical event affected NZ society. (Such as Battle Monte Cassino, 1936 Spanish Civil War or Student’s Internal Research) | 5 | External
Themes of study could include:
- Expansionist Egos II – The French Empire: e.g. Vietnam and Indochina conflicts and the Cold War
- Out with the old and in with the new: The Russian Revolution 1917
- `Kiwi Companeros’ – New Zealanders who joined the fight against the Spanish Nationalists in the 1936 Spanish Civil War.
- Home grown battles – War in the Waikato 1861-3
- Monte Cassino
A Conspiracy Theory Debunked? Examples include President J.F.K’s assassination, 9/11,
Sinking of the Titanic. The Impact of a Tragedy – Passchendaele, 1931 Napier Earthquake, Ballentynes Fire, ‘Bringing a Solider Back to Life’ – choose a soldier from a war memorial and discover about the life they lived and how and why the died in war.
- Own choice – but confirmed by Teacher
LEVEL 3 HISTORY
AS Number | Achievement Standard Title | Credits | Assessment Method
91434 | Research an historical event or place of significance to New Zealanders – e.g. Great Battles in History | 5 | Internal
91435 | Analyse an historical event, or place, of significance to New Zealanders – e.g. Great Battles in History | 5 | Internal
91436 | Analyse evidence relating to an historical event of significance to New Zealanders | 4 | External
91437 | Analyse different perspectives of a contested event of significance to New Zealanders | 5 | Internal
91438 | Analyse the causes and consequences of a significant historical event | 6 | External
OR
91439 | Analyse a significant historical trend and the forces that influenced it | 6 | External
Great Battles In History is dedicated to learning about some great battles over the course of History, from the Ancient World, through to the Middle Ages to the Early Modern Period and today. Students will gain a wealth of understanding across a larger historical setting. Find out about how some battles changed the course of history, great men and women, their battle plans, weaponry, and ultimately who the winners were.
This topic leads to two main internals for research, both worth 5 credits each and a Field Trip opportunity to Waiouru Army Museum in Term 1.
Sinn Fein – Ourselves Alone is the study of conflict in Ireland predominantly in the 19th and 20th centuries. As Ireland today still struggles with its ‘historic demons’, this topic is a necessity in understanding peoples’ beliefs today and how the past continues to influence and shape the future.
This topic can lead to the third internal about `perspectives’ worth 5 credits.
Gunns, Grog, Germs And God is the study of the early contact period in NZ through to the NZ Wars 1845 – 1872,.
Fieldtrip Opportunities - `Exploring Our Cultural Richness’
Carrying on with tradition, students will travel to Wellington and spend a night on Somes Island, as well as experiencing a few `behind the scenes’ tours of some of our well known institutions such as, a Forensic lab at the Porirua Police museum. We also travel to Waiouru Army museum in Term 1 for Research Purposes and a requirement for the first 2 Internals, as well as Wellington.
