Whakairo assessment standards explore the interpretations and understandings of whakapapa, te reo, symbolism, concepts, and representation within a Whakairo context.
Upcoming reviews
The next review of Whakairo assessment standards will start in 2026.
Completed reviews
March 2022: Review of Whakairo assessment standards
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March 2021: Review of Te Ara Tauira assessment standards
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September 2016: Review of Whakairo assessment standards
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January 2016: Review of Te Ara Tauira Whakairo assessment standards
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November 2015: Revision of Whakairo and Reo Māori Media assessment standards
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May 2010: Revision of Whakairo assessment standards
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December 2008: Review of Whakairo assessment standards
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