Te reo Māori in the NZ curriculum: Levels 1–8
Levels 1 and 2: Te Whakatōtanga (Beginning to use te reo Māori)
Proficiency target
By the end of level 2, learners can understand te reo Māori that contains well-rehearsed sentence patterns and familiar vocabulary and can interact in predictable exchanges. They can read and write straightforward versions of what they have learned to say. They are aware of and understand some of the typical cultural conventions that operate in interpersonal communication. Learners are developing an awareness of the processes involved in learning te reo Māori and tikanga Māori.
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Levels 3 and 4: Te Tupuranga (Developing communication skills in te reo Māori)
Proficiency target
By the end of level 4, learners can cope with a variety of routine situations when talking to speakers of te reo Māori. They can use familiar language with some flexibility and pick up some new language from its context. They can read and write simple notes and short letters and fill out simple forms. They can act appropriately in familiar social situations, according to the norms and conventions of Māori. They are becoming more confident in using a range of language learning strategies.
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Levels 5 and 6: Te Puāwaitanga (Achieving social competence in te reo Māori)
Proficiency target
By the end of level 6, learners can interact with te reo Māori speakers in familiar social situations and cope with some less familiar ones. They can use basic Māori language patterns spontaneously. They show a willingness to experiment with new language and to read independently. They can write short passages, personal letters, and simple formal letters in te reo Māori. Learners are increasingly confident in using a range of language learning strategies associated with the learning of te reo Māori.
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Levels 7 and 8: Te Pakaritanga (Achieving personal independence in te reo Māori)
Proficiency target
By the end of level 8, learners can take part in general conversation with speakers of te reo Māori, understand much of what is said, and contribute relevant comments. They can explain and discuss many of their own ideas and opinions and may use te reo Māori creatively. They can read a variety of authentic te reo Māori materials and write expressively for a range of purposes. Learners use a range of strategies relating to the effective learning of te reo Māori, and their behaviour is culturally appropriate in most social situations involving native speakers.
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