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    Overview

    An examination of old and contemporary Māori language sources as models of expressing ideas. This paper is taught in Māori.

    The paper examines Māori language for kapa haka composition, for karanga, for whaikōrero. We will access Māori phrase 'storehouses' to enhance effective expression of ideas.

    About this paper

    Paper title He Whakarākai
    Subject Maori Studies
    EFTS 0.15
    Points 18 points
    Teaching period Not offered in 2024 (On campus)
    Domestic Tuition Fees ( NZD ) $981.75
    International Tuition Fees Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website.
    Pre or Corequisite
    MAOR 311
    Restriction
    MAOR 401
    Schedule C
    Arts and Music
    Notes
    (i) Students may be admitted to this paper if they have completed the equivalent of MAOR311 elsewhere. (ii) May not be credited with MAOR410 completed in 2008 or 2010.
    Eligibility
    Students should have intermediate-level Māori language proficiency and, preferably, prior knowledge of Māori performance art forms.
    Contact

    tetumu@otago.ac.nz

    Teaching staff

    To be advised when paper next offered.

    Paper Structure
    The paper focuses on phrases and stock expressions, including proverb, motto maxim, metaphor and simile, used in old and contemporary sources as models of effective expression of ideas. These include haka, mōteatea, karanga, whaikōrero and literary works by some renowned composers as models for Māori language users to apply in a range of forums they engage.
    Teaching Arrangements
    Teaching involves lectures, class discussions and analyses of different forms with the expectation that individual compositions are shared by each class member.
    Textbooks
    A course reader will be required.
    Graduate Attributes Emphasised
    Communication, Cultural Understanding, Information Literacy, Research, Self-Motivation, Teamwork.
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    Learning Outcomes

    Students who successfully complete the paper will be able to:

    • Interpret and appreciate the message in written and oral literature where allegory, metaphor, simile and idiom are applied using advanced Māori-language text for analysis at an advanced level of Māori-language proficiency
    • Employ phrases and grammatical constructions of an abstract and obscure form known by a select group of Māori-language speakers at an advanced level of Māori-language proficiency
    • Express idiom, simile, metaphor and the like in written and oral forms that allow for the transmission of nuance and desired meaning at an advanced level of Māori-language proficiency

    Timetable

    Not offered in 2024

    Location
    Dunedin
    Teaching method
    This paper is taught On Campus
    Learning management system
    Blackboard
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