If you want to learn some basic Māori language, this is the perfect place to start. Whether you want to use te reo Māori at home with the kids or in the workplace, this interactive programme will have you speaking with confidence in no time.
You’ll start with how to correctly pronounce Māori words, names and place names. We’ll teach you basic greetings and how to introduce yourself, as well as how to understand and follow tikanga (protocols). Our kaiako are experienced with teaching beginners, and you’ll be with other tauira (students) who have the same aspirations to learn our indigenous language.
Te Ara Reo Māori has become a part of the educational landscape of Aotearoa. Past graduates have been newsreaders, public figures, teachers, school principals and business people - many who have advanced to higher levels of study in te reo Māori.
You will learn:
Upon successful completion of this programme, you will receive the following qualification:
You must complete both Level 1 and Level 2 to receive the qualification. You will automatically be enrolled into Level 2 once you enrol into this course.
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Mahi Ngahau This konae ako introduces akonga to appropriate tense markers to talk about action and statives. Akonga can ask and answer questions about the cost of something.
Haerenga This konae ako introduces the language of travel and holidays, and gives akonga the opportunity to engage in conversational Māori about the purpose of travel/holiday
He Tikanga Marae This konae ako introduces akonga to the various parts of the marae complex and the key roles of people and are given the opportunity to engage in conversational Māori.
Tangata Rongonui This konae ako introduces akonga to the language of the third person. Akonga then will be able to display confidence and competency when speaking in te reo Māori.
The te reo Māori skills will be useful in everyday life in Aotearoa. They'll also be great if you work in education, Māori organisations, media or anywhere you deal with the public.
On completion of this programme, graduates will have developed an understanding and knowledge of:
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