Level 1 Samoan - Samoan Customs & External
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Ms J. Lauaki.
In this Semester, we will look at some of the customary rituals of Fa'a Samoa such as learning how protocol applies during Samoan special occasions like the Ava Ceremony. Additionally, as part of the ONE Internal assessment students will be going on a day trip (TBC) to experience first hand different aspects of Samoan Culture, and apply knowledge that is learned in class. There is also ONE External examination at the end of the Semester.
Recommended Prior Learning
Requirements for Level 1 Samoan:
It would be beneficial if you have also taken the Semester 1 - 1SMAA course.
OR...
An interest in learning the Samoan language and culture.
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
External
NZQA Info
Gagana Samoa 1.3 - Demonstrate understanding of written Gagana Samoa related to everyday contexts
NZQA Info
Gagana Samoa 1.4 - Demonstrate understanding of spoken Gagana Samoa related to everyday contexts
Disclaimer
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