NZQA registered unit standard
19838 version 3
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Title
Write a formal letter in complex Vagahau Niue
Level
4
Credits
4
Purpose
People credited with this unit standard are able to write a
formal letter in complex Vagahau Niue.
Classification
Languages > Vagahau Niue
Available grade
Achieved
Explanatory notes
1
Definitions
Vagahau Niue refers to the authentic language of Niue. This unit standard involves
written Vagahau Niue;
Complex refers to a wider range of vocabulary and tenses in sentences containing
one or more dependent clauses, and more complicated grammatical structures.
2
Evidence required for this unit standard is one formal letter of a minimum of 175
words in culturally authentic Vagahau Niue.
3
Endorsement of village language variation may be conducted by pulotu, village or
community appointed experts.
Outcomes and evidence requirements
Outcome 1
Write a formal letter in complex Vagahau Niue.
Evidence requirements
1.1
The text of the letter conveys information relevant to, and consistent with, the
purpose of writing.
Range
may include but is not limited to – ideas, information, points of
view, requests, responses.
1.2
Protocols and a wide variety of vocabulary and language structures are used in
the letter in accordance with the context and situation.
1.3
Use of conventions is consistent with those required in a formal letter and the
purpose of writing.
NZQA National Qualifications Services
SSB Code 130301
 New Zealand Qualifications Authority 2016
NZQA registered unit standard
1.4
19838 version 3
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Evidence of editing is present in a technically polished final product.
evidence – draft or drafts, final version.
Range
Planned review date
31 December 2016
Status information and last date for assessment for superseded versions
Process
Version Date
Last Date for Assessment
Registration
1
26 August 2003
31 December 2014
Rollover
2
21 May 2010
31 December 2014
Review
3
12 December 2013
N/A
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NZQA National Qualifications Services
SSB Code 130301
 New Zealand Qualifications Authority 2016