AS 91977 · 6 credits · Internal
Te Ao Haka performance
Perform an item from a Te Ao Haka discipline
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In this achievement standard, you perform one complete piece from a Te Ao Haka discipline (like haka, poi, waiata ā-ringa, or mōteatea). You need to show you can do the piece from start to finish while staying true to the style and traditions of that discipline. This is an internal (school-based) assessment worth 6 credits.
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What you actually do
- ·Perform a complete item from one Te Ao Haka discipline of your choice (haka, haka wahine, poi, waiata ā-ringa, mōteatea, whakaeke, or whakawātea)
- ·Show understanding of the style, movement, voice, and lyrics that belong to that discipline
- ·Maintain energy, clarity, timing and flow throughout your entire performance
- ·Demonstrate awareness of iwi, hapū, or rohe (tribal/regional) variations in how the discipline is performed
- ·Engage your audience and embody the authentic character of the discipline through your movement and presence
AAchieved
You perform your chosen item from start to finish, showing you understand the basic style and features of the discipline.
MMerit
You perform with consistent energy and presence throughout, clearly showing the style of your discipline and acknowledging how different iwi or regions perform it.