Level 1 English as a second Language Full Year Course
101ESOL Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Ms Paljk.
Recommended Prior LearningThis course is for students who have grown up speaking Tongan, Samoan or another language and who are learning English.
This will develop your English reading, writing and speaking skills. You can earn EL (English Language) credits at NCEA Level 1, and some students may do assessments at Level 2 or 3.
Course Overview
Semester 1
We will learn how to collaborate with diverse people and participate in formal interviews (like job interviews). (Unit standard: 31013, 10 credits)
Semester 2
We will read, talk and write about different texts and make presentations about our country or culture. (Unit standards: 31005, 31025, 27996)
Assessment Policy & Procedures Assessment Information
Your assessments will include interviews, presentations and written work.
Level 2 English as a second language
This course improves your English language skills, so it will help you in your other subjects at school, in any job, and in your community.
Contributions and Equipment/StationeryYou need to bring a pen, a pencil and an exercise book (or Chromebook) to class. You also need your own public library card (which is free). There are no compulsory trips or fees, but you are expected to go to a public library in your own time and to borrow books and magazines from the library for reading homework.