Albany Senior High School/Coursebook/2HIS

History Level 2 - Opression, Revolution and Protest
Domain: History - University Entrance Approved Subject

Over the course of the year, students will be learning about how opression informs revolution and protest in the 20th century.

What will I learn about?
This course investigates: Manifestations of communism, New Zealanders involvement in the Vietnam War and its significance to New Zealand society and identity, the causes and consequences of Russian Revolution and the causes and Consequences of the Cuban Revolution. We will start the year with an investigation (2.1) into the significance of the Vietnam war to New Zealand and New Zealanders, term two will focus on causes of the Russian Revolution and the consequences for the Russian people (externally assessed) and term three will explore the causes and consequences of the Cuban Revolution. Students will have the opportunity to do their internal achievement standard on the perspectives (2.4) of those involved in, and impacted by, this revolution. Students will base their inquiry internal on Vietnam and the examination internal (2.2) on a 'Manifestation of Communism' its significance to New Zealanders.

What will I do?
This course builds on History Level One understanding of conflict in the 20th century.This course runs for a full year and would appeal to students interested in how past events have shaped lives. You will have the opportunity to think deeply about, and debate, some of the ideas and issues surrounding the nationalistic, militaristic and imperialistic forces and movements that shaped the world and were significant to New Zealanders or effected their lives. You will learn to investigate and communicate knowledge, understanding and empathy about the ideas, issues and impact of these forces and movements. You will manage your learning, interact with others and contribute to the wider learning community. You will gain knowledge, skills and experience to understand the impact of these forces and movements on New Zealand society and understand that people's perspectives of events and beliefs differ.

New Zealand and the Vietnam War[[Image:RAAF UH-1D of 9 Sqn in Vietnam 1970.jpg|thumb|right]]
This course will examine the background and causes of the Vietnam war and what happened during the war as well as consequences short and long term. A big focus for the year will be the significance fo the war to New Zealand and New Zealanders, why NZ was involved and how the war was viewed by New Zealanders at the time and since.



The Russian Revolutions
This course will examine the causes and consequences of the 1917 Bolshevik Revolution. The causes studied include the Tsarist Government, Bloody Sunday and the 1905 Revolution, World War One and the March Revolution of 1917. Consequences that are studied include the Civil war and Red Terror, War Communism and the introduction of the New Economic Policy.

The Cuban Revolution
Students will learn about the background and caused of the Cuban Revolution. The consequences and global impact of the revolution will also be covered. A big focus of this topic will be on the perspectives of people both during and following the revolution, with a big focus on how the revolution has been represented in pop culture. Viva la revolution!

What standards will I be doing?
There are 24 Level 2 History credits available in 2014. Any changes to the assesement dates given below will be notified in the school calendar next year. Further, students will be notified by their history teacher.

Summary of standards

NOTE: 10 credits in reading and writing are required to meet University Entrance literacy requirements from 2014. The standards above indicate if they can be used for UE Reading or UE Writing in the coloums on the right. No history standards can be used for UE numeracy.

For more information visit http://www.nzqa.govt.nz/qualifications-standards/awards/university-entrance/literacy-requirements-for-university-entrance-from-2014/

Frequently asked questions and NZQA
Where does History fit into Albany Senior High School?

History is managed by the History and Classical Studies Department at ASHS.

'''What are the aims and philosophy for teaching History at the school? '''

Our department philosophy is to provide learning opportunities about history and classical studies that: - engage student curiosity. - create opportunities for deep understanding about groups, movements, conflicts and ideologies in history. - create links of understanding for students to political, social, economic and religious environments and/or institutions operating in today's world.

'''What to do if. . .' I have an assessment today, but I am too sick.'' Phone your tutor straight away to tell them. Leave a message if you have to. You must go to your doctor to have the medical form filled in. Bring the completed form to your tutor when you return to school. You will also need to fill in a missed assessment form (reception) and return it to the school within 3 school days of the missed assessment.

I have an assessment today, but there's been an accident or some family emergency or trauma. Phone your tutor as soon as you are able. When you return to school you must bring a note from your parent/guardian or your school counsellor and you will also need to fill in a missed assessment form and return to the school within 3 school days of the missed assessment.

I did the test/assessment, but I think I didn't do my best because I was sick or really upset. Straight away, ask your teacher about further assessment opportunities or other evidence they may have collected. Your doctor will have to fill out the medical form if you were sick or you will need to bring a note from your parent/guardian or your school counsellor.

I have to hand in this assessment today, but I am too sick to come, or there's been some family emergency or trauma. Send the assessment to the school office, or if you can't, phone your tutor who can talk to the Specialist Subject leader about what can be done. You will also need to fill in a missed assessment form and return to the school within 3 school days of the missed assessment.

I'm going on a school trip. You will be notifying the teachers affected at least one week before the trip. They will decide about your assessment in consultation with the Specialist Subject leader.

I'm going on a family holiday. You must ask permission by writing to the Principal, Ms Cavanagh. Tell your teachers, but be aware that you are very likely to forfeit the credits for assessments you miss.

I have tutoring, a music lesson, cultural or sports practice, rehearsal. Do the assessment at the correct time. The other things are not as high a priority. Don't forget to let other people know you are attending the assessment in advance to show respect for their time!

Handing in my work. In most cases your work will have a due date set for the whole class. However, it is the policy of this department to work with students as individuals to ensure that they are ready to be assessed. You will have to talk to your teacher who will consult with the SSL over whether your work can be assessed at a prearranged time. To ensure authenticity is maintained between students who have handed in their work and those that are still completing the assessment, there will be a "hand back" date set for your class. Further, you are required to sign an authenticity cover sheet.

My computer or printer breaks down. You need to be aware that technology can fail at the crucial moment. Please back up your work as this is unlikely to be acceptable as a reason for late work. It is your responsibility to guard against losing your work through technological failure by printing out your work at regular intervals and saving your work on a back-up disk. If your printer breaks down, print at school or email the work to your teacher. I chose not to come to that test or hand in that assessment. You will get no marks or credit for that assessment.

It is important that you understand what you need to do to achieve success this year. Your teachers will give you clear information about what is expected. You need to make sure that you check with your teacher if you are unsure about anything.

Welcome to our Department. If you have any questions, contact jrayner@ashs.school.nz or ntaewa@ashs.school.nz