Level 2 Gagana Sāmoa
SAM200 Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Ms S. Lolouta, Mr T. Tiria.
PrerequisitesThis course is open to all students, even if you did not take Gagana Sāmoa in Year 11.
In this course, students move beyond basic conversation to justify their ideas in Gagana Sāmoa across a range of real-life and cultural contexts. The course explores key Samoan values, customs, and community practices in greater depth while continuing to build fluency in both writing and speaking. Students also gain confidence in using the language in both formal and informal situations. Cultural experiences throughout the year include preparing and serving during a fa’alavelave, delivering speeches, and taking on traditional roles in family events.
The course offers two internal and two external assessments, earning up to 20 NCEA Level 2 credits, with an optional 4 credit internal available for students who need extra credits.
This course is open to all students, even if you did not take Gagana Sāmoa in Year 11.
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Pathway Career Pathways
Sales Representative, Copywriter, Police Officer, Film and Video Editor, Author, Film/Television Camera Operator, Clinical Physiologist, Counsellor, Emergency Management Officer, Journalist, Diver, Interpreter, Technical Writer, Editor, Corrections Officer, Funeral Director/Embalmer, Translator, Security Officer/Guard, Parking Officer, Probation Officer, Tour Guide, Intelligence Officer