Course syllabus

 

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Course Director: Dr Jemaima Tiatia-Seath

Convener: Lemoa Henry Sevesi Fesulua'i

Talofa lava!

Welcome to Samoan 201 - Samoan Language

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This course is an extension of Samoan 101 in which more complex sentences will be studied through exposure to reading material and spoken texts such as conversations, speeches, articles, songs and poems.

Prerequisites: Samoan 101

Restriction: May not be taken if a more advanced language acquisition course in this subject has previously been passed

Aim of the Course

1. To explore more Samoan concept and ideas, vocabulary and complex sentences through exposure to reading material and texts such as speeches, letters, articles and poems.

2. To enable students to learn more about Samoan culture and protocols.

3. To enable students to understand how one of the Pacific nations express, define and relate to the world around them. 

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, students are expected to have: 

1. Developed a deeper understanding of Samoan concept and ideas, vocabulary and complex sentences.

2. Developed a deeper understanding of Samoan culture and protocols. 

3. Developed an understanding and appreciation of how one of the Pacific nations express, define and relate to the world around them. 

Assessments:

Coursework 50%
FINAL EXAM 50%

DISCLAIMER: The coursework, assessments and assessment due dates are subject to change during the course of the semester. 

Course summary:

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