LOTE
Develop language skills in German or Japaanese.
This subject is designed for students of non-English speaking backgrounds. They are taught the rules of constructing language for different purposes and in various contexts. They develop their ability in English through reading, writing, speaking, listening and interpreting information.
This subject has three learning strands:
In year 8 students learn:
In year 9 this subject builds on the learning of year 8 English by having students:
In year 10 this subject builds on the learning in year 9 English by having students
Stage 1 ESL builds on the learning in year 10 English.
This course is designed for students from non-English speaking backgrounds. It is assumed they can read, speak and write some English.
Students develop their ability in the use of language through reading, writing, speaking, listening and interpreting information.
It is the basis of two English subjects at Stage 2, ESL Studies and ESL. It involves reading, viewing, listening, speaking and writing.
Students will:
There are two assessment components:
Oral competence is assessed in both of these areas.
Stage 2 ESL
ESL is designed to give the students the opportunity to learn about the power of language in society. Their work will be centrally moderated at specified times during the year.
Students will:
There are four assessment components:
Stage 2 English as a Second Language Studies:
ESL Studies is concerned primarily with the reading, viewing and writing about texts. It focuses on the skills and strategies of critical thinking needed to interpret primarily formal and academic texts.
Students will:
There are four assessment components:
Develop language skills in German or Japaanese.
Respond to a range of texts - spoken, written, visual and electronic.
PGHS offers a variety of programs to meet the needs of different student learning groups.