Te Reo Māori Lesson Plan - Year 6

Subject: Te Reo Māori

Curriculum Area: Te Marautanga o Aotearoa - Level 4

Lesson Title: Exploring Whakatika Hapa Reo (Correcting Language Errors)

Lesson Overview:

In this lesson, Year 6 students will learn about whakatika hapa reo, which involves correcting language errors in Te Reo Māori. Students will engage in interactive activities and discussions to identify common errors and practice correcting them.

Learning Outcomes:

1. Identify common language errors in Te Reo Māori.
2. Practice correcting language errors in a supportive environment.
3. Demonstrate improved understanding and accuracy in spoken Te Reo Māori.

Duration:

60 minutes

Resources:

• Whiteboard and markers
• Printed worksheets with sentences containing errors
• Examples of correct Te Reo Māori sentences
• Audio recordings of correct pronunciation

Lesson Plan:

Warm-Up (5 minutes)

• Greet students in Te Reo Māori, encouraging them to respond in the same language.
• Review previous lessons on basic Te Reo Māori vocabulary and greetings.

Introduction (10 minutes)

• Explain the concept of whakatika hapa reo (correcting language errors) to the students.
• Discuss the importance of using proper Te Reo Māori and how correcting errors improves language skills.

Error Identification Activity (15 minutes)

• Distribute printed worksheets with sentences containing common Te Reo Māori errors.
• In pairs, students will identify and underline the errors in each sentence.
• Facilitate group discussion to review the identified errors and explain the correct usage.

Correction Practice (20 minutes)

• Provide students with examples of incorrectly spoken Te Reo Māori phrases.
• Have students practice correcting the errors by verbally stating the correct version.
• Encourage peer collaboration and feedback during correction practice.

Application Activity (10 minutes)

• Divide students into small groups and assign a scenario where they must use correct Te Reo Māori phrases.
• Each group will present their scenario using proper Te Reo Māori, focusing on error-free communication.

Reflection and Review (5 minutes)

• Reflect on the importance of whakatika hapa reo in preserving and enhancing Te Reo Māori.
• Review key concepts learned and encourage students to practice using correct Te Reo Māori in daily conversations.

Closure:

• Conclude the lesson with a recap of the corrected Te Reo Māori phrases learned.
• Encourage students to continue practicing and correcting language errors in Te Reo Māori.

Key Links:

• Te Marautanga o Aotearoa (Level 4)
• Learn Te Reo Māori - TKI

By following this detailed lesson plan, Year 6 students will enhance their language skills and gain a deeper understanding of Te Reo Māori through whakatika hapa reo activities.