ELECTIVE TWO: EXPLORING TRANSITIONS
Introduction to Module C:
Texts and Society requires students to study texts that reveal a variety of contexts, including specific situations and/or societies. The aspects students should focus on include the ideas, attitudes and beliefs held by individuals in these situations and/or societies. Students must analyse the techniques used by the composers to create meaning in these texts and how they reveal the different aspects of these situations/societies. This module is divided into two electives: Exploring Interactions and Exploring Transitions.
Elective Two: Exploring Transitions:
The elective 'Exploring Transitions' focuses on the portrayal of the ways in which individuals transition into new phases of life and social contexts. The word transition refers to the evolution, development or movement from one stage or place to another. A transitions into a new phase of life or social context can be challenging, confronting, exciting or transformative and may results in change, growth and a range of consequences for the individual and others. Extended responses in this elective must show a detailed understanding of the many benefits of transitioning into a new phase of life or social context. These may include new knowledge and ideas, shifts in attitudes and beliefs and a deepened understanding of self and others. Students must also demonstrate that engaging with their prescribed and related text has expanded their understanding of the experience of venturing into new worlds. Students will need to demonstrate their understanding of these concepts through a thorough examination of how they are portrayed in one prescribed text and at least TWO related texts of their own choosing.
Reference
Hewes, B. (2014). Excel HSC: English Standard Study Guide. Sydney Australia: Pascal Press
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