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Description
Level 1A
Unit 1: Meeting and Greeting
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Exchange greetings and make introductions
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Understand simple class instructions
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Learn about the use of facial expressions in NZSL
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Understand about Deaf culture
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Remember to get and give eye gaze before signing
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Learn numbers 1-10
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Learn the fingerspelling alphabet, spell their name, and ask for repetition.
Unit 2: Our Class
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Name language(s) they are learning
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Give and follow action commands
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Ask for clarification, correction and confirmation
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Ask and tell where something is in the class
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Use appropriate phrases for arriving late to class
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Use numbers for counting (0-20) and simple time phrases about class activities
Unit 3: Needs and Wants
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Name typical food and drink items
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Make and respond to requests and offers for basic wants and needs
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Express likes and dislikes
- Understand basic signs about emergency exit procedures
Level 1B
Unit 4: Family and Friends
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tell about immediate family/whānau and relationships (e.g. friends, colleagues)
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give and ask for personal information about self and others, such as where one lives and one's pets
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use numbers for counting, age, ranking
Unit 5: Everyday Activities
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communicate about simple home and leisure daily routines and activities
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express feelings about activities
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use the calendar and clock time phrases
**You will receive an email with access to resources and course details a few days before the course starts.