Social Literacy

Ready to strengthen your reading and writing skills while diving into fascinating topics? Social Literacy is a dynamic, language-rich course designed to help you secure your Literacy Co-Requisite for NCEA! This course focuses on preparing you for success in the Reading and Writing CAA exams, honing essential skills for literacy achievement. Alongside the traditional exam pathway, Social Literacy offers you an exciting option: complete two literacy-rich achievement standards through engaging Social Science topics. You’ll explore Earthquake and Volcanic Activity across Aotearoa New Zealand and uncover the Historical Significance of the 1970s Dawn Raids. Successfully passing both assessments will secure your Literacy CoRequisite, while any credits earned can also contribute to your NCEA Level 1 if you successfully pass the Reading and Writing CAAs! Got questions? Reach out to Mrs. Curphey to learn more and start your literacy journey!

Prerequisites: Not yet achieved the Literacy CAA What pathways does this subject lead to: successful completion of the Literacy Co-Requisite for NCEA. In addition, this course can assist with employment in the following sectors: Public Service, Education, Commerce, Retail, Research, Analyst, Social Work, Journalism, Communications, Law, amongst others. 

Subject Specific Requirements: Motivation to secure the Literacy Co-requisite, a positive and ‘can do’ attitude. Key Skills gained: further development of reading comprehension and academic writing skills, GIS technology, literacy, numeracy, argument construction, critical thinking, source interpretation, perspective analysis.