The paper emphasises using and understanding spoken and written Māori as a language of teaching, communication and interaction

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Prepared by: School of Māori Studies 150211_0712_PNTH_E Page 1 of 3 Last Updated: 17/8/07

Paper Number:

150.211

Paper Title:

Te Reo Rangatira: Māori Language IIB

Credit Value:

15

Calendar Prescription:

This paper explores the type of language associated with te kawa o te marae (formal marae procedure) relevant to tangihanga (bereavement), whakataukī (proverbs), pepeha (tribal sayings), kōrero pūrākau (tribal legends) and waiata tawhito (traditional songs). The paper emphasises using and understanding spoken and written Māori as a language of teaching, communication and interaction.

Tuatahi he ako i te momo reo e ahu mai ana i te kawa o tātau marae hāngai ki te tangihanga, whakataukī, pepeha, kōrero pūrākau, waiata tawhito. I roto i ēnei kaupapa katoa ka wānangatia te momo reo hei whakapakari i tō reo kōrero, tō reo tuhituhi, tō reo whakamarama. Ko ngā whakahaere katoa mo tēnei pepa kei roto i te reo Māori.

Pre and co requisites:

150.210

Semester:

Double

Campus:

Palmerston North

Mode:

Extramural

E-Learning Category:

N (no web access required)

Paper Coordinator and lecturer contact details:

Angie Stretch (Reliever) School of Māori Studies

Tel: (06) 356 9099 extension 7601 Email: A.F.Stretch@massey.ac.nz

Status of contact courses (for extramural papers only):

Compulsory

The dates and locations of contact courses can be found at http://study.massey.ac.nz/massey/students/studymassey/search.cfm?view=paper

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of this paper students should be able to:

• understand and appreciate the depth, beauty and communicate in the Māori language aspects of marae procedure, associated to tangihanga (hui), whakataukī, (proverbs), pepeha (tribal sayings), kōrero pūrākau (tribal legends) and mōteatea waiata (traditional songs);

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• use and explain at least 8-10 whakataukī (proverbs) and pepeha (tribal sayings);

• recite a karakia (prayer);

• retell tribal legends;

• sing and explain a traditional waiata;

• talk and discuss with understanding the meaning and explanation of marae procedure and its associated vocabulary as it relates to the students own situation;

• talk and discuss with understanding a visit to a marae and other personal experiences;

• explore the importance of this type of language.

Major topics or paper structure:

This paper is divided into 5 sections. While the language content is specific to the marae, topics covered are used in ordinary everyday situations.

Each section has the following parts:

• Tuatahi - There is a focus of the formal language that is associated to marae procedure, relevant to tangihanga (hui) and the roles of tangata whenua and manuhiri. It is from this discourse that the concepts, philosophies and the language attributes emerges.

• Tuarua - There is also a focus on Maori genre: whakataukī, pepeha, kōrero pūrākau, and waiata mōteatea, and its relevance today.

• Tuatoru - A list of new vocabulary with comprehension activities have been written after each section to allow you to use and become familiar with the new terms, phrases, and sentence constructions.

• Tuawha - It will take two weeks to complete each section, and each series includes comprehension exercises, and revision exercises which will allow you to complete the relevant sections

Assessment Proportions:

Internal Assessment: 60%

Final Examination: 40%

Description of assessment activities:

Assessment includes comprehension exercises, explanation of phrases, oral assessments and attendance and participation in set class exercises.

Due dates / deadlines:

The due dates for assignments (and any other internal assessment components) will be advised at the start of the semester.

Final examination dates can be found at

http://study.massey.ac.nz/massey/students/studymassey/search.cfm?view=paper

Penalties for late assignment submission:

Negotiate with Paper Coordinator before due dates.

Assignment turnaround:

University standard of 3 weeks.

Any specific requirements for passing the paper:

Satisfactory completion of assignments and final examination.

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Principal Textbook:

There is no textbook. All the work for this paper has been packaged into the study folder.

During the paper references from the following textbooks will be used for further clarification and explanation:

Barlow, C. (1991) Tikanga Whakaaro, Concepts in Māori Culture. Oxford University Press. Auckland.

Karetü, T. S. (1974) Te Reo Rangatira, Government Printer, Wellington

Te Taura Whiri i Te Reo Māori (1996) Te Matatiki. Oxford University Press, Auckland.

Ngata, H. M. (1993) English-Māori Dictionary, Te Pou Taki Körero, Te Whanganui-ā- Tara.

Williams, H. W. (1971) Dictionary of the Māori Language (7th Edition). GP Te Whanganui-ā-Tara

Massey University Grievance Procedures and Student Contract:

The Student Contract outlines the terms that govern the University – Student relationship and the University has Grievance Procedures to ensure students receive a quality education and do not sustain academic disadvantage. Further information can be obtained from the University Calendar, Students’ Associations or the Paper Coordinator.

Allowances for Aegrotat and Impaired Performance:

Students who have been affected by illness, injury, bereavement, or other critical personal circumstance may apply for Aegrotat or Impaired Performance consideration in relation to final examinations, and to internal assessment and other compulsory elements that occur at a fixed time and place as defined in the paper outline. For further information see the Calendar Regulations at www.massey.ac.nz, and Student Guidelines for Making AEG/IP applications.