Year 9 Te Reo Māori
9MAO Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Whaea B. Henry.
Entry RequirementsThis is an introduction, beginners course to te Reo Māori and basic tīkanga. There is no prerequisites to study this course.
"Nōu te reo, nōkū te reo! Kaua e wehi, e whakamā, tukuna kia rere "
The language is yours, the language is mine! Have no fear, don’t be shy, let the language fly
This course is an introduction to te reo Māori (Māori language) and encompasses the study of general Tīkanga (protocols and customs). Students work to develop a foundation of basic Māori language speaking , reading, and writing skills.
Our year 9 Te Reo Māori course focusses on:
- Pronounce te reo Māori accurately and confidently
- Learn basic Māori vocabulary and grammatical structures
- Be able to express basic connections to the land, environment and people
- Apply technical knowledge of foundation-level reo Māori
- Develop respect for te reo Māori as you learn about yourself and others.
- Learn our school haka
- Karakia and waiata
- Mihimihi
- Learn about and participate in pōwhiri
There is an opportunity for students to gain NCEA Level 1 credits in this course.
Learning Areas:
Career Pathways
Animator/Digital Artist, Actor, Copywriter, Anaesthetist, Archivist, Art Director (Film, Television or Stage), Historian, Artistic Director, Film and Video Editor, Barrister, Audiologist/Audiometrist, Author, Tattoo Artist, Midwife, Urban/Regional Planner, Elected Government Representative, Journalist, Graphic Designer, Communications Professional, Interpreter