NEW NSW STAGE 6 SYLLABUSES

NEW NSW STAGE 6 SYLLABUSES
Introduction to new syllabuses and assessment requirements March 2017

New NSW Stage 6 Syllabuses
Agenda Welcome New Stage 6 syllabuses, assessment and support materials English Mathematics Science History The purpose of this presentation is to introduce the new Stage 6 syllabuses for English, Mathematics, Science and History and to provide information about the features of the new syllabuses and Stage 6 school-based assessment requirements. The presentation will also provide information about the scope of support materials developed by NESA, including those released from March–May 2017.

Syllabus Development Process Syllabus Development Phase
New NSW Stage 6 Syllabuses Syllabus Development Process Year Syllabus Development Phase 2014 Syllabus review 2015 Writing brief development 2016 Syllabus development 2018 Implementation NESA has used its established syllabus development process to develop the 22 new Stage 6 syllabuses.

Stronger HSC Standards Reforms
New NSW Stage 6 Syllabuses Stronger HSC Standards Reforms Minimum literacy and numeracy standard from 2020 Regular review cycle of syllabuses provided online New courses, starting with Science Extension for Year 12, 2019 Guidelines for effective school-based assessment Redesigned HSC exam questions to assess depth and application Research and expand use of computer-based assessments Common scale for mathematics courses The Stronger HSC Standards reforms were announced by the Minister on 18 July 2016. The HSC will continue to reflect the highest international standards in education and provide the best possible foundation for students. The new syllabuses and changes to school-based assessment requirements reflect the reforms.

New Stage 6 Syllabuses 22 courses including five Life Skills courses
New NSW Stage 6 Syllabuses New Stage 6 Syllabuses 22 courses including five Life Skills courses Australian curriculum content Online, interactive publication Twenty two courses including five Life Skills syllabuses for English, Mathematics, Science, Ancient History and Modern History have been developed. The syllabuses were released on Tuesday 21 February Mathematics Advanced, Extension 1 and Extension 2 were released as final drafts for further consultation. The syllabuses include Australian curriculum content that has been modified, reordered and supplemented. The syllabuses retain many of the features of current syllabuses including rationale, aim, objectives, outcomes. Learning across the curriculum content has been included and provides a continuum from Kindergarten to Year 12. The syllabuses are available in an interactive online format. PDF and Word version downloads are also available. As is currently the case for Stage 6 syllabuses, the versions available on the NESA website are the most up-to-date source.

Life Skills Five courses
New NSW Stage 6 Syllabuses Life Skills Five courses English, Mathematics, Science, Ancient History and Modern History Related Life Skills outcomes included in entry level courses Five Life Skills syllabuses have been developed for English, Mathematics, Science, Ancient History and Modern History. The Life Skills courses align with the entry level course/s in each KLA to enable delivery in integrated classroom settings.

Content is organised in Years.
New NSW Stage 6 Syllabuses Content is organised in Years. The features, structure and presentation of the online syllabuses are consistent with the K–10 syllabuses released in 2012. The annotations presented are typical for most courses. Life Skills outcomes are related to the entry level course/s or the course for each subject, for example English Studies and English Standard, and Mathematics Standard. For Science, Life Skills outcomes relate to the Investigating Science course, which provides opportunities for engagement across the disciplines of science. This does not preclude delivery of Life Skills outcomes and content in other Stage 6 Science courses. There are new Life Skills syllabuses for Ancient History and Modern History. These align with the regular Ancient History and Modern History syllabuses. Related Life Skills outcomes are included.

Outcomes are coded and linked to content.
New NSW Stage 6 Syllabuses Outcomes are coded and linked to content. Key terms are linked to the glossary. Learning across the curriculum content is identified by icons. This is a typical syllabus content page. Each course may have its own subject specific features in addition to those highlighted here. Many of the features seen here are consistent with the K–10 syllabuses, for example: key terms linked to a glossary learning across the curriculum content is identified Australian curriculum content identified by codes. There is further information about each course, including the features of content pages for each syllabus, in the Course Guides available in syllabus support materials. Australian curriculum content is identified by codes.

Implementation Timeline
New NSW Stage 6 Syllabuses Implementation Timeline This year is a period for teachers and schools to familiarise themselves with the syllabuses and new school-based assessment requirements and plan for their implementation from next year (2018). Year 11 courses and new school-based assessment requirements will commence from 2018. The first HSC examinations, reflecting new examination specifications will be undertaken in 2019.

Guidelines for school–based assessment
New NSW Stage 6 Syllabuses Guidelines for school–based assessment Number of tasks capped 3 tasks in Year 11 4 tasks in Year 12 task types suited to the course one formal written examination style task option Further guidance on processes for ensuring students’ own work in projects Consultation on changes to Stage 6 BDCs to align with new Stage 6 assessment requirements New assessment requirements from Year The number of tasks and percentages for tasks have been determined as part of the development of school-based assessment requirements for English, Mathematics, Science and History syllabuses. The capping of tasks reflects the Stronger HSC Standards reforms. NESA is conducting consultation in Term on school-based assessment changes including components and weightings and task types for all Stage 6 Board Developed courses excluding VET, Life Skills and Content Endorsed courses. This includes courses in the Key Learning Areas of Creative Arts, HSIE, Languages, PDHPE and Technologies. New assessment and reporting materials for each English, Mathematics, Science and History course have been developed and published to align with the new syllabuses. Additional information in these materials include: advice about particular course requirements/tasks eg assessment of a depth study in Science, multimodal task in English, investigation style task in Mathematics advice about using and assessing outcomes in a standards referenced framework assessment for, assessment of and assessment as learning adjustments for students with special education needs. Principles of Assessment for Stage 6 advice has been developed to assist teachers in implementing quality assessment.

Examination Specifications
New NSW Stage 6 Syllabuses Examination Specifications Consultation on examination specifications in Term 2, 2017 Publication in Term 3, 2017 with Examination instructions Sample questions with marking guidelines Sample answers Performance band descriptions Focus on analysis and application of skills Optional examinations for English Studies and Mathematics Standard 1 Examination specifications will be developed following consultation that is anticipated to occur early in Term

Support Materials Additional materials Syllabus release Course guides
New NSW Stage 6 Syllabuses Support Materials Additional materials Sample scope and sequences Sample units Sample assessment schedules Sample assessment tasks Course specific guidance Examination specifications and sample materials Syllabus release Course guides Assessment and Reporting Principles of Assessment Parent guide Changes to Stage 6 assessment Program Builder A range of materials were released with the syllabuses to provide an overview of the new syllabuses and changes to assessment. Additional materials to support teachers and schools will be released from March–May 2017. Program Builder is available for all new syllabuses, including the option to customise templates. New Examination specifications will be released in Term 3.

NESA News – Stronger HSC Update
New NSW Stage 6 Syllabuses NESA News – Stronger HSC Update Timeline for support materials Science – pattern of study and exclusions, Science Extension Mathematics Advanced and Extension courses English Text Prescriptions 2019–2023 Answers to FAQs – eg compressed model, acceleration Literacy and numeracy standards School-based assessment requirements Examination specifications consultation NESA is currently providing a fortnightly NESA News to support implementation of the new syllabuses and assessment and reporting requirements. Current subscribers to the Monday NESA News will automatically receive the NESA News – Stronger HSC Update Thursday edition. Some of the items identified have been, or will be, addressed through the Stronger HSC Updates.

English

English Content is organised by key processes
New NSW Stage 6 Syllabuses English Content is organised by key processes Explicit literacy content is included Opportunities to experience texts that give insight into a wide range of social, gender and cultural perspectives, including texts by and about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples Content is organised by key processes which highlight and emphasise the important aspects of language learning and provide a continuum of learning from Stage 5. Explicit content, relating to literacy and language, in each module description ensure that these important areas remain a key focus. The syllabuses contain content related to explicit language learning. There are no prescribed texts in Year 11. Year 12 will continue to use prescribed texts. NESA is developing a new Year 12 prescribed text list for implementation with the new English syllabuses from Term Any new prescribed text list typically involves a small turnover of existing texts to assist schools with managing the development of new teaching/learning programs and avoiding major increases in expenditure on new texts and resources. The English text prescriptions list will be released in Term 2.

English Standard Year 11 three prescribed modules
New NSW Stage 6 Syllabuses English Standard Year 11 three prescribed modules mandatory first module: Reading to Write Year 12 reduction in the number of prescribed texts three extended prescribed texts as well as short texts common mandatory first module: Texts and Human Experiences two new modules: Language, Identity and Culture and The Craft of Writing Year 11 The new syllabus prescribes the study of three modules beginning with the common module Reading to Write which is designed to support students to consolidate the key skills they will need for successful transition to senior study. Teachers, through the judicious selection of texts that address the needs and interests of their students, will provide opportunities for students to increase the command of their own written expression. The new module Contemporary Possibilities provides dedicated time to the study and analysis of contemporary digital texts. Students will engage in a detailed study of one complex multimodal or digital text such as film, media or interactive narratives. Through this study they will enhance their understanding of the significance of this mode of communication in a global world. Sample teaching units are being developed and will demonstrate different approaches to teaching this module. The third module requires study of a substantial literary print text such as a prose fiction, drama or a selection of poems from the work of one poet. Year 12 Students will study three extended literary texts. In addition, they will study a related text for the common module, Texts and Human Experiences. The Craft of Writing Module requires students to read widely and study challenging short texts from the prescribed list to use as models for their own written expression. These altered text requirements provide time for students to engage deeply with a range of texts to refine their writing skills. All students should benefit from a stronger focus on the process of writing for a range of purposes and audiences.

English Advanced Year 11 three prescribed modules
New NSW Stage 6 Syllabuses English Advanced Year 11 three prescribed modules mandatory first module: Reading to Write Year 12 reduction in the number of prescribed texts four extended prescribed texts as well as short texts common mandatory first module: Texts and Human Experiences two new modules: Textual Conversations and The Craft of Writing Year 11 In addition to the common module Reading to Write students will study two further modules including a Critical Study of Literature and Narratives that Shape Our World. The latter module requires students to explore how stories and storytelling influence the ways individuals and communities understand and represent themselves. Year 12 Students will study four extended literary texts. In addition, they will study a related text for the common module, Texts and Human Experiences. The Textual Conversations module requires a study of two texts that have a close intentional relationship with each other. The revised Text Prescriptions provide more flexibility in the way texts will be paired, for example two novels or the works of two poets may be studied. The Craft of Writing module provides opportunities for students to extend their knowledge, skills and confidence as accomplished writers through their study of at least two short prescribed texts and their own wide reading.

English Extension Year 11 one mandatory module with a related project
New NSW Stage 6 Syllabuses English Extension Year 11 one mandatory module with a related project a focus on research methodology Year 12 – Extension 1 one common module: Literary Worlds Year 12 – Extension 2 outcomes and content are specific to the composition process, reflection and independent learning requirements for monitoring the Major Work Journal Year 11 There are no mandatory texts. The module for Year 11 study is familiar but the notion of appropriation has been broadened to give teachers more flexibility in how they approach this module. Students complete a mandatory research project related to the study of the module by selecting their own texts and exploring and analysing their relationship. The project is mandatory and can be taught concurrently. This ensures that all students are explicitly taught the skills and knowledge required to complete independent investigation essential for Year 12 Extension 1 and 2. The requirement of a multimodal presentation reinforces the value of the modes without prescribing weightings or suggesting that this task needs to be major work. Year 12 English Extension 1 Text requirements for Year 12 remain the same: 3 prescribed texts (2 of which need to be extended print texts) and two student selected related texts. There is one common module Literary Worlds and 5 electives. Extension 2 The outcomes and content have been enhanced and explicit course detail provides clear information about what all students need to do throughout the composition process. The requirements for monitoring the Major Work are more explicit and rigorous. There are mandatory elements that must be monitored at every stage of the writing process.

English EAL/D Year 11 three prescribed modules with an optional teacher-developed module Texts and Society module wide reading across all modules Year 12 a mandatory first module Texts and Human Experiences a prescribed text with each of the new modules: Language Identity and Culture and Close Study of Text a new Focus on Writing module The new English EAL/D syllabus provides more opportunities for explicit targeted English language study within the context of literary texts. The focus on oral communication has been strengthened through additional content in both Year 11 and Year 12. The current Year 12 module Texts and Society will be taught in Year 11 instead of Year 12. Students will study one text in each of the three modules. The requirement to study two prescribed texts in any one module has been removed.

English Studies Now a Board Developed Course
New NSW Stage 6 Syllabuses English Studies Now a Board Developed Course Aligned to the Australian Core Skills Framework Level 3 Year 11 mandatory first module: Achieving through English Year 12 common mandatory first module: Texts and Human Experiences which includes the study of one prescribed text This course provides flexibility to address the diverse needs of a specific group of students. Literacy content in this course has been aligned to the Australian Core Skills Framework Level 3. Students studying this course will be supported to meet the minimum literacy standard required for the award of the HSC. In each Year students are required to study 3–5 modules. One module in Year 11 remains compulsory and a new common module has been included in Year 12, Texts and Human Experiences, requiring the study of one text from the prescribed text list. All modules have been refreshed and may be delivered flexibly across the two years of study. In each Year, students are required to study at least one substantial print text (for example a novel, biography or drama) and study at least one substantial multimodal text (for example a film or a television series). Suggested teaching and learning experiences and suggested resources for each module will now be presented in support materials.

English – Assessment A mandatory multimodal presentation in each course Standard and Advanced Assessment of the Common Module in Standard and Advanced must integrate student selected related material Extension 2 Assessment tasks focus on the process of composition English Studies Students will continue to submit a collection of their work for assessment School-based assessment components, weightings and requirements have been simplified. No specific weightings have been allocated to the modes, in any of the English courses. In each course, one mandatory multimodal presentation has been included to provide opportunities for students to demonstrate their knowledge, understanding and skills across a range of modes. A multimodal presentation includes at least one mode other than reading and writing such as listening, speaking, viewing and representing. Standard and Advanced Assessment of the Common Module must integrate student selected related material. Extension 2 Assessment tasks focus on the process of composition. English Studies Students will continue to submit a collection of their work for assessment. English EAL/D One multimodal task in Year 11 and Year 12 requires the demonstration of listening skills.

English Life Skills Outcomes and content align with the English Studies and English Standard syllabuses’ rationale, aim, objectives and outcomes Modules from the English Studies or English Standard syllabuses may be used as suggested approaches for content delivery The design of the new English Life Skills course, through its alignment with English Studies and English Standard courses, ensures that teachers are able to meet the needs of students undertaking a Life Skills course in an integrated classroom setting. Modules from the English Studies and English Standard courses provide suggested approaches to content delivery.

Mathematics

Mathematics Standard The syllabus name has changed from Mathematics General to Mathematics Standard The Standard 1 course is now a Board Developed Course Content is organised in topics and subtopics Content identifies and builds on elements of Stage 5 Algebra, Geometry, Measurement and Statistics The current Mathematics General course has been renamed Mathematics Standard. The name change reflects the nomenclature of the English courses. The Mathematics Standard 1 course now has a Board Developed course status with an optional examination to allow for the course to be counted towards a student’s ATAR. In Year 11, content identified by a ◊ (diamond/rhombus) symbol needs to be studied for the Year 12 Mathematics Standard 1 course. This content is aligned to the numeracy skills of the Australian Core Skills Framework Level 3 and addresses the minimum standard numeracy skills required for the HSC. A section entitled Building on Mathematics Learning in Stage 5 is included in the syllabus which helps teachers to identify the most appropriate course for students.

Mathematics Standard Focus Studies material is integrated
New NSW Stage 6 Syllabuses Mathematics Standard Focus Studies material is integrated Opportunities for Applications and Modelling (AAM) are identified Digital technologies has been strengthened Working Mathematically: Understanding, Fluency, Communicating, Problem Solving, Reasoning and Justification New Networks topic Focus Studies material has been integrated into topics and increased opportunities for applications and modelling of Mathematics in real and practical ways has been emphasised. Opportunities for applications and modelling within the content is identified by an ‘AAM’ code. Opportunities for the use of digital technology have been identified by the ICT icon. In many cases this is also explicitly referenced in the content. The Working Mathematically components also form the two components of assessment. There are two outcomes in each Year that are noted as being particularly pertinent to Working Mathematically. These are referenced at the top of the outcome table. A new topic Networks has been introduced.

Mathematics Standard Content required for the study of Mathematics Standard 1 in Year 12 is identified (◊). Opportunities for Applications and Modelling (AAM) are identified. These annotations highlight Mathematics-specific symbols and codes.

Mathematics Standard – Assessment
New NSW Stage 6 Syllabuses Mathematics Standard – Assessment Year 11 one task must be an assignment or investigation-style with a weighting of 20–30% Year 12 one task must be an assignment or investigation-style with a weighting of 15–30% An assignment or investigation-style assessment task has been included in the mandatory school-based assessment requirements for both Year 11 and Year 12. The weightings may vary across the Years. The intent of this style of assessment task is to provide students with opportunities to demonstrate their knowledge, understanding and skills in an approach that is different to test and examination style tasks.

Mathematics Life Skills
New NSW Stage 6 Syllabuses Mathematics Life Skills Content is organised by topics and subtopics Outcomes and content align with the Mathematics Standard syllabus rationale, aim, objectives and outcomes Working Mathematically skills are embedded in each topic Life Skills content is organised in topics. Topic titles provide clear connections with the topics in the Mathematics Standard Stage 6 Syllabus. The outcomes and content are mapped to the Mathematics Standard syllabus, enabling integrated course delivery. Related Mathematics Life Skills outcomes are referenced in the Mathematics Standard syllabus, and vice versa. Opportunities for developing the Working Mathematically skills are embedded in the course: Understanding, Fluency, Communicating, Problem Solving, Reasoning and Justification.

Mathematics Consultation
New NSW Stage 6 Syllabuses Mathematics Consultation Mathematics Advanced, Extension 1 and Extension 2 Released as final draft syllabuses Further targeted consultation The final draft syllabuses for Mathematics Advanced, Mathematics Extension 1 and Mathematics Extension 2 were released online for further targeted consultation. The consultation period closed 14 March 2017. The Assessment and Reporting requirements for these courses will be released when the final syllabuses are published.

Science

Science Contexts have been removed to provide flexibility for teaching content Inquiry questions provide a focus for teaching and learning The introduction of depth studies in Year 11 and in Year 12 provides opportunities to investigate areas of interest in more depth Prescribed contexts for the study of content, for example shipwrecks, have been removed. Teachers will determine relevant and appropriate contexts and examples to use based on the needs, interests and abilities of students. Inquiry questions have been introduced and provide a focus for teaching and learning. The provision of Depth Studies, with prescribed hours of study, allows for areas of interest to be investigated in more depth.

Biology Emphases on New content
New NSW Stage 6 Syllabuses Biology Emphases on concept development use of evidence New content extinction events disease as a disruption of homeostasis Depth study – 15 hours in Year 11 and Year 12 eg factors affecting the population of a particular organism in an area eg links between infection and the occurrence of cancer eg map the occurrence of genetic characteristics in a family Course concepts have been developed in a logical progression eg starting with the basis of life, cell structure and function, and how these are related to structure and function of organisms. Students study the evidence gathered around changing ecosystems over long periods of time culminating in studies about the human impact on ecosystems and how these may determine future ecosystems. Links between concepts have been strengthened eg the concepts of cell division with genetic variations and DNA . This leads to greater understanding of the ways in which genetic change occurs through both mutation and biotechnologies. Studies of infectious and non-infectious diseases are approached as disruptions to homeostasis. Study of the control of infectious diseases with pharmaceuticals and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People’s protocols for medicines has been incorporated.

Chemistry Mathematical principles/derivations New content
New NSW Stage 6 Syllabuses Chemistry Mathematical principles/derivations gas laws in order to derive the ideal gas equation enthalpy and Hess’ law calculating the equilibrium constant New content comparison of Bohr and Schrodinger atomic models analysis of organic compounds analytical techniques Depth study – 15 hours in Year 11 and Year 12 eg environmental chemistry eg pharmaceutical chemical research eg alternative fuels There are increased opportunities for analysis using mathematical principles. Examples of what students will be required to do include: collect data, represent the data in a graphical form and from that, derive a relationship that may exist between the variables being examined. Changes include the inclusion of the gas laws to allow the ideal gas equation to be derived. Opportunities for the application of chemical calculations throughout the syllabus have been enhanced. An example of this is the calculation of equilibrium constants and Hess’ Law. Concept development is logical and consistent with accepted models, theories and laws. New content includes current theories of atomic models, analysis of organic compounds and analytical techniques. Depth studies allow students to investigate topics of interest.

Earth and Environmental Science
New NSW Stage 6 Syllabuses Earth and Environmental Science Emphasis on the use of evidence to support theories New content climate science energy transformations in Earth’s processes Depth study – 15 hours in Year 11 and Year 12 eg different methods for locating resources eg unexpected consequences of volcanic eruptions eg case study of fossil evidence showing changing environments over time There is a greater emphasis on the way in which resources are located, extracted, used and the consequences of these methodologies. Topics dealing with the dynamic nature of the Earth’s processes emphasise the energy transformations involved and their consequences. There is a greater emphasis on the use of evidence to support theories concerning human and natural impacts on ecosystems, changes in environments and climates and ways to mitigate their effects. Climate variation is addressed by analysing evidence for long term and more recent, anthropocentric, variation.

Physics Mathematical principles/derivations New content
New NSW Stage 6 Syllabuses Physics Mathematical principles/derivations equations of motion in two dimensions forces escape velocity New content elementary thermodynamics wave and quantum models of light Standard Model of Matter Depth study – 15 hours in Year 11 and Year 12 eg astronomy of pulsars, quasars, exoplanets eg nanotechnology eg gravitational waves and the expansion of the universe There are increased opportunities for analysis using mathematical principles. Examples of what students will be required to do include: collect data, represent the data in a graphical form and from that, derive a relationship that may exist between the variables being examined. For example, in the equations of motion in Modules 1 and 2, the displacement of an object can be graphed against time to determine a mathematical relationship between the two. New content has been introduced to make the concepts presented flow and be consistent with accepted models, theories and laws. Thermodynamics has been reintroduced into the Physics syllabus as part of the energy module. The differences between the wave and quantum nature of light provides opportunities for students to learn about the changing and conflicting theories that still exist and that science is not fixed in its explanations of concepts. The standard model of matter is introduced which allows students to investigate the model on their own through a depth study. Depth Studies These are examples of the types of content that can be studied in depth. Students can investigate a contemporary topic or evidence based current research, such as gravitational waves, that supports a theory developed one hundred years ago.

Investigating Science
New NSW Stage 6 Syllabuses Investigating Science A new course – does not replace Senior Science A focus on: the nature of science its place in society how it is practised practical and secondary research 30 hours of depth studies in Year 11 and Year 12 Investigating Science is a new course. It is not a replacement for Senior Science. The course provides a cross-disciplined approach to Science and has a practical investigative focus. The course includes 30 hours of depth studies in both Year 11 and Year 12. As noted in the 16 March NESA News Stronger HSC Update, the NESA Board and its committees will review the current exclusions and pattern of study requirements for Science from 2018, and will provide further advice early in Term 2.

Science – Assessment In Year 11 and Year 12, one task must focus on a depth study or an aspect of a depth study with a weighting of 20–40% (30–40% in Investigating Science) and assess: the Working Scientifically skills outcomes: Questioning and Predicting Communicating a minimum of two additional Working Scientifically skills outcomes at least one Knowledge and Understanding outcome Students will be assessed on a depth study or an aspect of the depth study in each course. The assessment must address four Working Scientifically skills and at least one knowledge and understanding outcome.

Science Life Skills Five Science Life Skills course options
New NSW Stage 6 Syllabuses Science Life Skills Five Science Life Skills course options Content is organised by modules Outcomes and content align with the Investigating Science syllabus Inquiry questions provide a focus for teaching and learning Working Scientifically skills are embedded in each module The Science Life Skills syllabus includes five course options: Investigating Science Physical World Science Earth and Space Science Living World Science Chemical World Science. Each course is 2 units in value and students will be able to take up to 6 units of Science Life skills courses. Currently, students are only able to undertake a single Science Life Skills course in Stage 6. The five Science Life Skills courses draw from a single set of outcomes aligned to the Investigating Science course. Each of the five Science Life Skills courses contains content that reflects learning in each of the five regular Science courses, to facilitate and support integrated delivery.

Science Extension Draft syllabus consultation until 9 April 2017
New NSW Stage 6 Syllabuses Science Extension Draft syllabus consultation until 9 April 2017 High achieving students STEM pathways and tertiary study Focus on scientific research 1 unit study in Year 12 First examined for HSC 2019 NESA is conducting consultation on the Science Extension Stage 6 draft syllabus until 9 April 2017. This course is designed to target high achieving students who are interested in STEM pathways and tertiary study in Science. It is a 1 unit course in Year 12 that focuses on scientific research. It will be first examined for the HSC in 2019.

History

History Historical concepts and skills Historical investigation
New NSW Stage 6 Syllabuses History Historical concepts and skills Historical investigation Integration of content Topic options Selection of topics Structure of topics Across all courses in History, there is an increased focus on conceptual thinking and analytical skills. Historical concepts and skills are to be integrated throughout the teaching and learning. The topics that students study provide the contexts through which concepts and skills are developed. The Historical investigation has been retained in both Year 11 Ancient History and Year 11 Modern History. It is an opportunity for students to focus on concepts and skills in an area of interest. There are opportunities to integrate various topic options within the Year 11 Ancient History and Year 11 Modern History courses. There are familiar and new topics. Some topics have been shifted from Year 11 into Year 12 and vice versa, and from Ancient History and Modern History into History Extension. There is flexibility for school-developed case studies in Year 11 Ancient History and Year 11 Modern History. There is a requirement that studies must not overlap with or duplicate significantly any topic attempted in the Year 12 course or History Extension course. Year 12 topics in Ancient History and Modern History now consist of two sections, ‘Survey’ and ‘Focus of study’ with indicative time allocations. This provides guidance about the depth of study for the teaching of the topics.

Ancient History The nature of Ancient History Case study requirements
New NSW Stage 6 Syllabuses Ancient History The nature of Ancient History Case study requirements Features of Ancient Societies Asia options Year 12 course structure Year 12 Core Study The nature of Ancient History replaces Investigating History, Archaeology and Science. It enables depth of study through a more specialised focus. Overall, the Year 12 course structure has been retained. Amendments have been made to the content of topics. There is a new requirement for students to select a case study from: Australia, Asia, the Near East, or the Americas. Ancient Australia is a new case study option. There is an increased emphasis on specific features of ancient societies for depth of study. Flexibility is provided in the selection of the societies, the features and the time periods for study. The syllabus provides increased opportunities to study Asia related options in Year 11 and Year 12. There is a new focus on Ancient China. The Year 12 Core Study is Cities of Vesuvius: Pompeii and Herculaneum. Amendments have been made to the content to clearly define the scope of the topic, for depth of study.

Modern History The nature of Modern History
New NSW Stage 6 Syllabuses Modern History The nature of Modern History The shaping of the Modern World Broader study of the Modern World Post-World War II history Year 12 Core Study Linking and sequencing of topics The nature of Modern History provides an introduction to the methods and issues associated with the study of Modern History. It aims to develop understanding of the nature of the discipline of history to strengthen students’ engagement with the topics they study. There is opportunity to use contemporary examples in the teaching of this section, eg historical issues covered in the media. The shaping of the Modern World is a new course section. It provides increased opportunities to understand how the modern world developed with a focus on the 18th and 19th centuries. There is a broader study of the Modern World with opportunities to continue studying topics related to Australia, Europe and the USA. There is a new requirement in Year 12 for students study at least ONE non-European/non-Western topic to be selected from the list of topics provided. Post-World War II history is addressed through a new course section in Year 12, Change in the Modern World which focuses on the period since 1945. The Year 12 Core Study is Power and Authority in the Modern World 1919–1946 with a focus on Germany within a broader transnational context. The former Core Study of World War I has moved into the Year 11 course. There is opportunity for connections to be made between topics and the syllabus provides flexibility to re-sequence topics for teaching and learning.

History Extension Indicative hours Constructing History
New NSW Stage 6 Syllabuses History Extension Indicative hours Constructing History Case studies and areas of debate History Project Recommended historians The course sections and indicative hours are: – Constructing History (40 hours minimum) – History Project (20 hours maximum) The Constructing History section has been retained with some amendments to support a contemporary and relevant approach. There are new case studies, eg related to ancient history and to Asia, and the areas of debate within each case study have been reduced from five to three for depth of study. The History Project synopsis has been removed. There is now an increased emphasis on the ‘process’ of completing the History Project. The essay format has been retained. Recommended Historians will replace the Source Book of Readings. It provides a contemporary approach to the study of historians and their writings. This will be available with support materials.

History – Assessment Ancient History and Modern History
New NSW Stage 6 Syllabuses History – Assessment Ancient History and Modern History Year 11 Historical Investigation Year 12 Historical Analysis History Extension History Project In Year 11 Ancient History and Modern History, there is a mandated task, the 'Historical Investigation‘ with a weighting of 20–30%. This task assesses a range of knowledge and understanding, and skills outcomes. In Year 12 Ancient History and Modern History, there is also a mandated task, the 'Historical Analysis‘ with a weighting of 20–30%. This is where students are required to develop a reasoned historical argument, supported with evidence. In Year 12 History Extension, there are two mandated tasks for the History Project. The 'Historical process' has a weighting of 30%. The 'Essay' has a weighting of 40%. This reflects the increased emphasis on the process elements of the History Project.

History Life Skills Discrete Life Skills course options
New NSW Stage 6 Syllabuses History Life Skills Discrete Life Skills course options Ancient History Life Skills Modern History Life Skills Outcomes and content align with the regular syllabus rationale, aim, objectives and outcomes Students will have opportunities to engage with historical concepts and skills The new History Life Skills courses align with the regular Ancient History and Modern History syllabuses. This approach ensures that teachers are able to meet the needs of students undertaking a Life Skills course in an integrated classroom setting.

Stay in Touch NESA News – Mondays (weekly) and Thursdays (fortnightly)
New NSW Stage 6 Syllabuses Stay in Touch NESA News – Mondays (weekly) and Thursdays (fortnightly) Twitter @NewsAtNESA @EnglishNESA @MathsNESA @ScienceNESA @hsieNESA Register of Curriculum Writers NESA communicates important information via its NESA News. Official Notices and News Stories are provided to inform schools and teachers of changes and upcoming events. NESA and each of the Inspectors have a Twitter account which provides another source for sharing important information. NESA is always looking for interested teachers to submit an Expression of Interest to be considered for inclusion on the ongoing Register of Curriculum Writers. Writers are selected from the Register for writing and reviewing curriculum, assessment and support materials.

Thank you Karen Ingram Acting Director
Curriculum and Assessment Standards Rhonda Clarke Senior Inspector Louise Ward Inspector, English and Literacy Anna Wethereld Inspector, Mathematics and Numeracy Kerry Sheehan Inspector, Science Darren Tayler Inspector, HSIE Please contact the relevant NESA Officer should you have further questions. Thank you.

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