2SSCM

Level 2 Changemakers (UE Lit - R/W)

Option Description

Teacher in Charge: Whaea K. Bisset.

In "Changemakers," you'll explore how individuals and groups create social change by addressing issues like inequality, human rights, and environmental sustainability. The course gives you the chance to study real-world examples of activism and leadership, while developing practical skills to make a positive impact in your own community and beyond. It’s about understanding the world and shaping it for the better.


Option Overview

Term 1
21st century in crisis

Term 2
Conflict and perspectives

Term 3
Group project to take action in our local community

Recommended Prior Learning

Any level 2 Social Sciences course (1SS), or with HOD approval.

Pathway

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

This option is eligible for course endorsement.

Total Credits Available: 18
Internal Assessed Credits: 14
External Assessed Credits: 4
Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91279 v2
NZQA Info

Social Studies 2.1 - Demonstrate understanding of conflict(s) arising from different cultural beliefs and ideas


Level: 2
Internal or External: External
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91280 v2
NZQA Info

Social Studies 2.2 - Conduct a reflective social inquiry


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 5r
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91282 v2
NZQA Info

Social Studies 2.4 - Describe personal involvement in a social action related to rights and responsibilities


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91283 v2
NZQA Info

Social Studies 2.5 - Describe a social action that enables communities and/or nations to meet responsibilities and exercise rights


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 4r
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 18
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 9
Total Numeracy Credits: 0

Disclaimer

NCEA Levels 1, 2 & 3 courses will be made up of a selection of the stated standards. This will happen at the beginning of the year with the assigned teacher.