LEVEL 3  GAGANA SĀMOA – L3SAM

Learning Area: Languages

Qualification: NCEA Level 3

Gagana Sāmoa is the study of the Sāmoan language. There is an emphasis on developing writing skills using the models of descriptive writing, Folasaga, notices, directions, dialogue and narrative writing. Emphasis is also on developing oral skills and communication between students. History, traditions and customs are explored within the context of each unit covered. Tu ma aga fa’asāmoa will be explored within each unit of learning.

Course Components:

• Polokiki (Politics)

• Gagana Fa’amatai (Oratory Language)

• Pese ma siva aganu’u (Traditional songs and dance)

• Nu’u ma Itūmalo (Village and districts)

• Tala Fa’asolopito (Sāmoa history and historic events)

• Tagata tãua i Sāmoa (Important figures)

• Lotu tapua’i (Religion)

Internal Credits: 14 Level 3 Gagana Sāmoa Credits

External Credits: 10 Level 3 Gagana Sāmoa Credits

Entry Recommendations: 12 Credits at Level 2 Gagana Sāmoa is required; however, special consideration will be given to those students who can demonstrate sufficient competency in Gagana Sāmoa.