Kia Hihiri Te Reo
Language In Motion
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PUTANGA AKO Learning Outcomes
Kia Hihiri te Reo – Language in Motion empowers senior ākonga to communicate with growing independence and authenticity in te reo Māori. Designed for NCEA Level 1 learners, this unit shifts beyond supported exchanges into more sustained, purposeful kōrero grounded inte ao o te rangatahi, identity, and lived experience.
Through themes such as hobbies, routines, opinions, feelings, and future intentions, ākonga strengthen their ability to discuss past events, express present states, give instructions, and communicate immediate plans using increasingly spontaneous language patterns.
Learning moves beyond memorised dialogue toward flexible interaction, where students respond, clarify, extend ideas, and uphold tikanga within conversational spaces.
WHĀINGA PAETAE Achievement Objectives
At NZC Levels 5 and 6, ākonga develop greater social competence in te reo Māori and begin managing less familiar contexts with increasing independence.
In this unit, learners communicate about past activities and events, describe present and past states and opinions, give and follow instructions, and express immediate plans, hopes, and intentions.
These Achievement Objectives align with Te Puāwaitanga – Achieving Social Competence in Te Reo Māori and prepare ākonga for NCEA Level 1 performance expectations.
🌱 LEVEL 5
5.1 Communicate about past activities and events
5.2 Communicate about present and past states, feelings, and opinions
🌱 LEVEL 6
6.1 Give and follow instructions
6.3 Communicate about immediate plans, hopes, wishes, and intentions
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PUTANGA AKO Learning Outcomes
Communicate independently about teenage interests, routines, and experiences
Express opinions, feelings, and personal perspectives with clarity in a variety of contexts using simple sentences
Use past, present, and future markers accurately in sustained kōrero over a range of topics
Give and respond to instructions in familiar and semi-formal contexts demonstrating authentic understanding
Participate in respectful, tikanga-grounded conversations with authenticity and values-based perspectives
Demonstrate increasing fluency and conversational flow at the appropriate level for NCEA Level 1
WHAKAPŪMAUTANGA Assessments
This unit includes two internally assessed NCEA Level 1 Achievement Standards (AS92092 and AS92093). Ākonga demonstrate their ability to interact in spoken Māori and communicate ideas, information, and opinions within meaningful, contemporary contexts.
Assessment focuses on sustained communication, organisation of ideas, and growing independence in reo use. Across both tasks, learners are expected to:
participate in authentic spoken interaction
communicate ideas clearly and coherently
refer to past and present experiences
use familiar language patterns accurately enough to ensure meaning
HE ORANGA HIHIRI PODCAST
Te Reo Māori 1.1 – AS92092 (5 Credits)
Ākonga take part in two recorded, podcast-style spoken interactions. They contribute 2–3 minutes of individual kōrero, referring naturally to past and present experiences while:
asking and answering questions
responding to others’ ideas
adding simple detail, reasons, or feelings
The focus is on authentic interaction, confidence, and clear communication rather than perfect accuracy.
HE REO KUA RANGONA, HE REO KUA ORA
Te Reo Māori 1.2 – AS92093 (5 Credits)
Ākonga create a presentation or composition about how te reo Māori is used in contemporary media. They select a relevant example (e.g. music, film, social media, podcast) and explain how it supports language vitality, including personal reflection and whakaaro.
Evidence must be equivalent to:
200–250 words written, or
1–1.5 minutes spoken, or
a complementary combination of both
This task assesses organisation of ideas, clarity of expression, and meaningful engagement with language vitality.
Judgements are made holistically in line with NZQA guidance, with emphasis on effectiveness, relevance, and clarity of communication.
NGĀ PĀINGA Unit Benefits
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🌱 MĀ NGĀ ĀKONGA
Strengthens readiness for NCEA Level 1 assessment
Builds confidence in sustained, independent kōrero
Develops ability to express opinions and emotions clearly
Connects reo learning to teenage identity and lived experience
Strengthens cultural responsibility in communication
🎓 MĀ TE KAIAKO
Clear alignment to NZC Levels 5–6 and NCEA intent
Structured progression toward sustained communication
Explicit integration of Ngā Pou Reo expectations
Assessment tasks designed for senior-level accountability
Ready-to-use resources supporting both fluency and accuracy
NGĀ HUA Ō ROTO What's Included
📋 MĀHERE AKO – FULL UNIT PLAN
A comprehensive unit plan aligned to NZC Levels 5–6 and NCEA Level 1, including curriculum mapping, learning outcomes, Ngā Pou Reo integration, and cultural grounding.
📚 LESSON SLIDES & SEQUENCING
Structured lessons that extend foundational grammar into sustained communication, with modelling, guided practice, and independent application.
🎯 INTEGRATED LANGUAGE MODES
Balanced development across whakarongo, kōrero, tuhituhi, pānui, mātakitaki, and whakaatu to support NCEA assessment readiness.
🧩 INTERACTIVE & CONVERSATIONAL TASKS
Teenage-relevant activities focused on opinion sharing, debate, storytelling, and everyday scenarios that strengthen fluency.
📊 NCEA-ALIGNED ASSESSMENT TASKS & RUBRICS
Clear marking criteria aligned with NZC Levels 5–6 and Ngā Pou Reo, supporting consistent and fair assessment.
📝 EVALUATION & REFLECTION TOOLS
Pre-unit diagnostics, weekly reflection structures, and post-unit evaluation templates to support data-informed teaching.