LLSGN202

Level 2 Sign Language

Course Description

The purpose of this course is to build your communication skills in New Zealand Sign Language, both productive and receptive. We will have a strong focus on interacting with others about everyday topics using NZSL. You will deepen your understanding of Deaf culture and how it compares with your own day to day life.

Topics will include family and friends, te Ao Maori, our place in the world, and New Zealand Sign Language week.

Recommended Prior Learning

To be successful in this course it is recommended students have taken (and been successful in NCEA Level 1 Sign Language). 

New students who have a connection to the Deaf community are welcome to take this course, and have some proficiency in sign language. This will be on a case-by-case basis, and in consultation with the HOL.

Contributions and Equipment/Stationery (Approximate)

Students are required to have a 1B8 exercise book, a clearfile, pens, pencils, scissors and glue.

Assessment Information

This is an internally based course. Students will complete three assessments over four terms. Students will be familiar with these assessments, as they are similar format to assessments from the level one course. There is a presentation, interaction and receptive task.

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

Total Credits Available: 14
Internal Assessed Credits: 14
External Assessed Credits: 0
Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91799 v1
NZQA Info

New Zealand Sign Language 2.1 - Demonstrate understanding of a variety of New Zealand Sign Language texts on familiar matters


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91800 v1
NZQA Info

New Zealand Sign Language 2.2 - Give a presentation in New Zealand Sign Language that communicates information, ideas and opinions


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91801 v1
NZQA Info

New Zealand Sign Language 2.3 - Interact using New Zealand Sign Language to share information and justify ideas and opinions in different situations


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 14
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 0