Year 10 Samoan

Talofa Lava! Mālō le Soifua! Welcome to Year 10 Gagana Sāmoa (Sāmoan Language)!  

This course is a progression from the Year 9 Samoan Language Programme. Students will further their skills and understanding in Tautalaga, faitau, tusitusi and fa'alogo, Students will also learn about and further develop their awareness of the life and culture of Samoa. You will have the opportunity to learn about and experience Samoan cultural activities such as festivals, food, crafts and games. You will learn to recognise and write using Gagana Samoa, and ask and answer basic personal questions.You will be assessed at the end of each term with different tasks, and at the end of the year with an examination incorporating everything taught over the year. 

To succeed in this course:

●      Revise new vocabulary through Quizlet or in your books. Repetition is key to retaining information. 

●      Learn your spoken Gagana, reading and writing Gagana and Listening to Gagana. 

●      Ask questions when you do not understand. Raise your hand and do not be afraid to make mistakes! 

●      If you miss a class, make sure you catch-up with work on Microsoft Teams 

Other extra learning experiences and activities will be done in things such as Samoan Language Week – Vaiaso o le Gagana Samoa 2025, as well as opportunities in between set tasks where you will be able to learn about culture and other aspects such as food.