Albany Senior High School/Coursebook/1ESL

What is this course about?
This course is designed for those who do not have English as their first language. The main aims are to


 * provide appropriate academic pathways for English language learners (ELLs)
 * develop the four language skills (Reading, Writing, Listening, Speaking)
 * ensure students can gain credits for their Record of Learning (ROL)
 * provide cross-curricular support for ELLs
 * give students opportunities to live and study successfully in Aotearoa, New Zealand.

What will I learn?
During the year I will


 * develop my reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills
 * improve my vocabulary, academic and colloquial
 * gain up to 22 credits towards my ROL
 * learn about the New Zealand culture

What sorts of things will I do?
At the beginning of your study at ASHS we will assess your English language ability to ensure that you are placed in the appropriate program. This course focuses on developing your language needs, these include vocabulary, grammar, writing different text types, eg recounts, and reading both fiction and non-fiction.