This course requires 2 options.
Level 2 Pasifika Studies
Subject Description
Teacher in Charge: Mrs M. Faitotonu, Ms J. Fry.
Mālō e lelei, Talofa lava, Taloha ni, Kia orana, Kam n bane n Mauri, Fakaalofa lahi atu, Namaste, Ni sa bula and warm Pacific greetings
Pasifika Studies aims to develop students' understanding of different Pacific cultures. Anyone can join this course, whether you have Pasifika heritage or not. The first topic of the year is Dance and all students will be expected to participate in the dances prepared for Polyfest, even if you are unable to attend the event. In Terms Two and Three in 2025, you will study different aspects of indigenous, traditional knowledge. Within this theme you will develop research skills and make a presentation about a topic of your choice. Additionally, all students will all learn about Pacific languages and cultures through the activities in Pacific Language Weeks, hosting visitors, attending SPACPAC events and taking part in other local Pacific activities.
Our Pasifika Studies course works as a village: students from Years 11-13 have class together. The base assessments for everyone are
- a dance standard
- a research process standard
- a presentation standard
If you already understand Samoan, Cook Island Māori, Vagahau Niue or Lea Faka-Tonga you can also be assessed through Learning Languages Achievement Standards for Listening and Reading.
Pathway
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
Total Credits Available: 42 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 20 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 22 credits.
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