Course syllabus
Kia Orāna and warm Pacific greetings!
Turou and welcome to COOK ISLANDS 101/101G:
Introduction to Cook Islands Māori
16 July – 19 October 2018
Semester 2
15 points
Kia Orāna e te kātoatoa
Cook Islands 101/101G is an introduction for students to the fundamental structure of Cook Islands Māori, as well as allowing them to develop basic language skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing. It is designed for students with little to no knowledge of the language, and for those with some fluency wishing to understand basic sentence structure and composition.
Restriction: May not be taken if a more advanced language acquisition course in this subject has been previously passed.
COURSE AIM
1. To introduce students to the Cook Islands Māori language through the development of skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing.
2. To introduce students to Cook Islands culture, traditions, and concepts.
3. To appreciate different cultures and life experiences.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Upon successful completion of this course, students are expected to have:
1. Developed a basic understanding of the Cook Islands Māori language through skills such as listening, speaking, reading and writing.
2. Developed a basic understanding of Cook Islands culture, traditions, and concepts.
3. Developed an appreciation of a different culture and life experience.
TEACHING TEAM
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Course Convenor Eliza Puna |
Eliza Puna is a Cook Islander and currently completing a PhD in Pacific Studies with the Te Wananga o Waipapa Maori Studies and Pacific Studies, University of Auckland. |
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Pacific, Indigenous Studies and Global Studies Librarian Judy Taligalu McFall-McCaffery Office hours: By appointment in the General Library.
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Our Pacific Librarian is Judy Taligalu McFall-McCaffery. With over 30 years experience in Pacific research information management, her current project with Pacific Studies involves enhancement of successful student academic and information literacy skills at university. Attend her research tutorials, and follow-up with her on assignment research queries, referencing and information needs.
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ASSESSMENT
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Coursework Exam |
50% 50% |
LECTURE, TUTORIAL AND LAB INFORMATION
There are 2 hours of lecture, 1 hour of tutorial AND 1 hour of lab.
(All timetables are on Student Services Online)
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Monday 11.00am-12.00pm Monday 12.00pm-1.00pm |
201E-516 Human Sciences Building (HSB) - East |
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Wednesday 9.00-10.00am Wednesday 10.00am-11.00am |
206-215 Arts 1 |
COURSE EXPECTATIONS
Attendance. It is expected that you will attend all lectures and tutorials. For further information please see the Pacific Studies Late Policy.
'Akangāteitei/Respect. Respect each other. Respect the instructor and the institution. Respect the knowledge we are developing and learning. Respect other cultures and ways of being and doing. Honour the work of your colleagues, support them in their learning, and contribute to the learning of others and yourself.
Preparation. Be prepared. Being prepared for class is an essential part of research, learning, and teaching. Being unprepared prevents you from learning; it also inhibits the work of others, and the class, and prevents your full development as a student in the course.
Knowledge. Universities exist to teach and to research. In Pacific Studies we teach and research Pacific peoples, communities and places, knowledge that has at times been neglected or maligned, or which in many cases has only recently been recognized by academic scholars. Our communities and people hold this knowledge dear, value it deeply, and we expect our students to do the same.
WORKLOAD AND DEADLINES FOR SUBMISSION OF COURSEWORK
The University of Auckland's expectation is that students spend 10 hours per week on a 15-point course, including time in class and personal study. Students should manage their academic workload and other commitments accordingly.
Deadlines for essays and assignments and set times for test taking and presentations are strictly observed in Pacific Studies. This policy is to ensure fairness amongst students and to promote key learning skills such as preparation, planning and timeliness. For further information please see the Pacific Studies Late Policy.
Our Pasifika counsellor, Sarah Va’afusuaga McRobie, is also available to meet with you. Please register for an APPOINTMENT.
VAKA MOANA
Vaka Moana is Pacific Studies' undergraduate academic enhancement programme that is tailored to your assessments. It offers workshops specifically targeted to your Pacific Studies courses as well as other services that will enhance your experience at University. Schedule TBC.
ACADEMIC CONDUCT
The University’s Statement on Plagiarism
The University of Auckland will not tolerate cheating or assisting others to cheat, and views cheating in coursework as a serious academic offence. The work that a student submits for grading must be the student’s work, reflecting his or her learning. Where work from other sources is used, it must be properly acknowledged and referenced. This requirement also applies to sources on the world-wide-web. A student’s assessed work may be reviewed against electronic source material using computerised detection mechanisms. Upon reasonable request, students may be required to provide an electronic version of their work for computerised review. For more detailed information, see the University’s guidelines at
http://www.auckland.ac.nz/uoa/home/about/teaching-learning/policies-procedures.
Course summary:
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