NCEA Level 1 English for Speakers of Other Languages
Course Description
Head of Faculty - Kaihautuu: Mrs S. Saxena.
This is an English language course for students who speak English as an additional language. It covers reading, writing, listening and speaking. The aim is to improve English language skills for everyday life and to develop academic language skills to support achievement in other learning areas.
Recommended Prior Learning
There is no recommended prior learning. Assessments are differentiated so that students can be assessed at their current level of English language proficiency. However, only students who do not have English as their first language are eligible for English Language Unit Standards.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
There is no additional cost associated with this course. Students are encouraged to use their digital devices (laptop or tablet) or may use an exercise book and clearfile folder.
Pathway
1EESL leads to 2EESL in the following year, or to an English level 1 or 2 course depending on English language proficiency and approval from the English HoF.
Assessment Information
Students can be assessed at either level 1 or 2 for most language skill areas depending on their current level of English language proficiency. Suitable assessments will be chosen from the list below to a total of 20 credits.Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
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Write simple texts on everyday topics (EL)
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Complete simple forms with personal information (EL)
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Write a simple connected text on a familiar topic (EL)
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Demonstrate understanding of a straightforward spoken text on a familiar topic (EL)
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Read and understand simple texts in everyday contexts (EL)
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Read and understand a straightforward text on a familiar topic (EL)
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Read and understand a range of simple written texts independently (EL)
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Participate in an interview on a familiar topic (EL)