History Level 2

This course offers students an in-depth exploration of significant events, ideas, and movements that have shaped societies from the ancient world to modern history. Through the study of a range of case studies, students will develop skills in historical inquiry, critical analysis, and evidence-based reasoning. They will examine key historical events around the Mediterranean Sea, with a focus on their significance and long-term impacts, as well as the Greco-Persian Wars and their connection to the development of democracy. Students will also investigate differing perspectives of major historical events, such as the Gallipoli Campaign and the 1918–1919 Influenza Pandemic (Black Flu), considering how and why interpretations of history change over time.

Achievement Standards covered in this course include:

• AS91229 – Carry out an in-depth investigation of a historical event, or place, of significance to New Zealanders (focusing on historical significance around the Mediterranean Sea).

• AS91230 – Examine an historical event or place that is of significance to New Zealanders (Greco-Persian Wars and connections to democracy).

• AS91231 – Examine sources of an historical event that is of significance to New Zealanders.

• AS91232 – Interpret different perspectives of people in an historical event of significance to New Zealanders (Gallipoli Campaign and Black Flu).

• AS91233 – Examine causes and consequences of a significant historical event.

By the end of the year, students will have strengthened their ability to evaluate historical evidence, understand diverse perspectives, and communicate their findings effectively in both written and oral forms. The skills gained in this course provide a strong foundation for further study in history and related disciplines, and are highly valued in careers such as law, journalism, politics, education, heritage management, and research.