Understanding mātauranga Māori for the English curriculum
This wānanga is a unique opportunity to bring English subject specialists together for a 2-day immersive wānanga to understand and authentically implement mātauranga Māori into your curriculum design.
This is in preparation for the for the “Mana ōrite mō te mātauranga Māori” as part of the NCEA upcoming change package for 2022.
Senior Te Reo Māori
For Years 11 - 13 NZC Levels 5 - 8
At the cutting edge of educational innovation, we specialise in creating dynamic resources that bring te reo Māori to life through the power of digital tools and interactive games.
Our materials go beyond simply teaching—they captivate, engage, and inspire curiosity, making the learning experience immersive and memorable. Each resource is designed to spark meaningful connections and foster a genuine love for te reo Māori in your classroom.
Perfect for kaiako seeking to energise their teaching programmes, these units and lessons seamlessly blend interactive technology with engaging activities, ensuring students achieve enjoyable and impactful learning outcomes.
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Level 1 Te Reo Māori
NZC Level 5 - 6
Level 1 Te Reo Māori
NZC Level 5-6 - Wana Ake!
In this unit, students will expand on their prior te reo Māori learning to broaden their kete kōrero, enabling them to discuss a range of events and situations. They will develop proficiency in using advanced sentence structures, enhancing their descriptive abilities with a focus on whakawhiti kōrero and forming and responding to questions. By the end of the unit, students will confidently discuss various events and express their feelings about their immediate world.
Expand Functional Te Reo Māori Skills:
Students will deepen their knowledge of te reo Māori by engaging in diverse formal and informal contexts, adapting their language to communicate effectively in various situations.
Build Conversational Confidence:
Students will develop fluency and competence in meaningful conversations through regular practice, gaining confidence to express ideas and share information.
Refine Questioning and Responding:
Students will enhance their ability to ask and answer questions, seek meaning, and interpret context, actively engaging with familiar themes in te reo Māori.
Ngā whāinga paetae:
5.1 communicate about past activities and events
5.2 communicate about present and past states, feelings and opinions
6.3 communicate about immediate plans, hopes, wishes and intentions
6.4 communicate in formal situations.
Putanga Ako:
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Descriptive Writing: Write a detailed report about an event, including key details and personal opinions.
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Use of Language: Apply a variety of sentence types, topical vocabulary, and include whakataukī and kīwaha.
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Accuracy: Use correct grammar, punctuation, and macrons.
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Drafting and Feedback: Plan, draft, and revise writing with feedback from the kaiako.
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Cultural Integration: Incorporate cultural elements, such as whakataukī, to reflect te ao Māori.
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Level 2 Te Reo Māori
NZC Level 6 - 7
Level 2 Te Reo Māori
NZC Level 6-7 - Te Pae Tawhiti
This unit advances students’ te reo Māori proficiency by building on existing skills. It integrates advanced grammar, vocabulary expansion, and oral and written communication, alongside cultural themes like manaakitanga and tangata whenuatanga. Students will learn to discuss their goals and aspirations for the future while exploring formal and informal contexts, using whakataukī and kīwaha authentically. Through immersive activities, they develop linguistic and cultural confidence for real-world use and assessments.
Develop Advanced Language Skills:
Master complex sentence structures, expand vocabulary, and incorporate whakataukī and kīwaha.
Enhance Communication:
Build confidence in oral and written te reo Māori for formal, informal, and future-focused contexts.
Explore Cultural Perspectives:
Integrate tikanga, manaakitanga, and tangata whenuatanga to enrich understanding and authenticity.
Articulate Future Aspirations:
Discuss goals and plans in te reo Māori, practising forward-thinking and meaningful communication.
Ngā whāinga paetae:
6.2 communicate about problems and solutions
6.3 communicate about immediate plans, hopes, wishes and intentions
7.1 communicate about future plans
7.2 offer and respond to advice, warnings and suggestions
Putanga Ako:
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AS 91288 - Waihanga tuhinga auaha, i te reo o te ao torotoro
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AS 91284 - Whakarongo kia mōhio ki te reo o te ao torotoro
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AS 91285 - Kōrero kia whakamahi i te reo o te ao torotoro
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What Ākonga Will Learn
Analyse Key Issues:
Investigate social media, alcohol, vaping, and their impacts on rangatahi and communities.
Develop Te Reo Māori Skills:
Express opinions, offer advice, and propose solutions confidently in te reo Māori.
Explore and Apply Māori Values:
Use whanaungatanga, manaakitanga, and kaitiakitanga as frameworks for addressing challenges.
Create and Advocate for Change:
Develop and present creative projects proposing innovative solutions.
Build Leadership and Collaboration Skills:
Work in teams to research, discuss, and develop actionable solutions, fostering critical thinking and teamwork.
He Koteo Mau Kupenga
Youth Issues
This unit invites ākonga to explore and address key issues affecting rangatahi today, such as social media, alcohol, and vaping. Guided by the whakataukī "Ka pū te ruha, ka hao te rangatahi", this unit emphasises the vital role of youth as leaders of change.
Ākonga will develop their te reo Māori skills while investigating the impacts of these challenges, proposing solutions, and reflecting on how core Māori values like whanaungatanga, manaakitanga, and kaitiakitanga provide a framework for positive action.
Through discussions, research, and creative projects, students will enhance their language proficiency, build leadership skills, and embody the spirit of rangatahi as agents of meaningful change in their communities.
Ngā whāinga paetae:
6.2: Communicate about problems and solutions.
6.4: Communicate in formal situations.
7.2: Offer and respond to advice, warnings, and suggestions.
7.5: Read about and recount actual or imagined events in the past.
Putanga Ako:
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AS 91288 - Waihanga tuhinga auaha, i te reo o te ao torotoro
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AS 91284 - Whakarongo kia mōhio ki te reo o te ao torotoro
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AS 91285 - Kōrero kia whakamahi i te reo o te ao torotoro
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Taku Ahi Kā, He Kākano Ahau
Taku Tūrangawaewae
This unit equips ākonga with the skills to explore and create innovative business concepts grounded in Māori values, fostering personal growth and a connection to cultural identity. Guided by the whakataukī "Ko te pae tawhiti, whāia kia tata; ko te pae tata, whakamaua kia tina," students will navigate the intersection of tikanga Māori and modern business.
By engaging with values like manaakitanga, kaitiakitanga, and whanaungatanga, ākonga will strengthen their relational skills, critical thinking, and leadership abilities. Through interactive learning and the use of digital tools, students will collaborate to design and present their own business concepts, preparing them for meaningful contributions to their communities and a values-driven, sustainable future.
What Ākonga Will Learn
Explore Māori Business Concepts:
Research the structure and cultural values of Māori businesses.
Understand how tikanga Māori drives sustainable business practices.
Develop Communication Skills:
Master the vocabulary and structures needed to articulate business ideas clearly.
Create and Present Business Concepts:
Use creativity and technology to design and share innovative business solutions.
Collaborate and Lead:
Work with peers to brainstorm ideas and take initiative in group activities.
Think Critically:
Address real-world challenges with innovative, culturally grounded solutions.
Ngā whāinga paetae:
6.2 communicate about problems and solutions
6.3 communicate about immediate plans, hopes, wishes and intentions
7.1 communicate about future plans
7.2 offer and respond to advice, warnings and suggestions
Putanga Ako:
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AS 91288 - Waihanga tuhinga auaha, i te reo o te ao torotoro
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AS 91284 - Whakarongo kia mōhio ki te reo o te ao torotoro
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AS 91285 - Kōrero kia whakamahi i te reo o te ao torotoro
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What Ākonga Will Learn
Explore Māori Business Concepts:
Research the structure and cultural values of Māori businesses.
Understand how tikanga Māori drives sustainable business practices.
Develop Communication Skills:
Master the vocabulary and structures needed to articulate business ideas clearly.
Create and Present Business Concepts:
Use creativity and technology to design and share innovative business solutions.
Collaborate and Lead:
Work with peers to brainstorm ideas and take initiative in group activities.
Think Critically:
Address real-world challenges with innovative, culturally grounded solutions.
E Pao, Torea!
Māori Innovation and Business
This unit equips ākonga with the skills to explore and create innovative business concepts grounded in Māori values, fostering personal growth and a connection to cultural identity. Guided by the whakataukī "Ko te pae tawhiti, whāia kia tata; ko te pae tata, whakamaua kia tina," students will navigate the intersection of tikanga Māori and modern business.
By engaging with values like manaakitanga, kaitiakitanga, and whanaungatanga, ākonga will strengthen their relational skills, critical thinking, and leadership abilities. Through interactive learning and the use of digital tools, students will collaborate to design and present their own business concepts, preparing them for meaningful contributions to their communities and a values-driven, sustainable future.
Ngā whāinga paetae:
6.2 communicate about problems and solutions
6.3 communicate about immediate plans, hopes, wishes and intentions
7.1 communicate about future plans
7.2 offer and respond to advice, warnings and suggestions
Putanga Ako:
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AS 91288 - Waihanga tuhinga auaha, i te reo o te ao torotoro
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AS 91284 - Whakarongo kia mōhio ki te reo o te ao torotoro
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AS 91285 - Kōrero kia whakamahi i te reo o te ao torotoro
What Ākonga Will Learn
Explore Māori Business Concepts:
Research the structure and cultural values of Māori businesses.
Understand how tikanga Māori drives sustainable business practices.
Develop Communication Skills:
Master the vocabulary and structures needed to articulate business ideas clearly.
Create and Present Business Concepts:
Use creativity and technology to design and share innovative business solutions.
Collaborate and Lead:
Work with peers to brainstorm ideas and take initiative in group activities.
Think Critically:
Address real-world challenges with innovative, culturally grounded solutions.
Taku Manutaki, Taku Manukura
Māori Innovation and Business
This unit equips ākonga with the skills to explore and create innovative business concepts grounded in Māori values, fostering personal growth and a connection to cultural identity. Guided by the whakataukī "Ko te pae tawhiti, whāia kia tata; ko te pae tata, whakamaua kia tina," students will navigate the intersection of tikanga Māori and modern business.
By engaging with values like manaakitanga, kaitiakitanga, and whanaungatanga, ākonga will strengthen their relational skills, critical thinking, and leadership abilities. Through interactive learning and the use of digital tools, students will collaborate to design and present their own business concepts, preparing them for meaningful contributions to their communities and a values-driven, sustainable future.
Ngā whāinga paetae:
6.2 communicate about problems and solutions
6.3 communicate about immediate plans, hopes, wishes and intentions
7.1 communicate about future plans
7.2 offer and respond to advice, warnings and suggestions
Putanga Ako:
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AS 91288 - Waihanga tuhinga auaha, i te reo o te ao torotoro
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AS 91284 - Whakarongo kia mōhio ki te reo o te ao torotoro
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AS 91285 - Kōrero kia whakamahi i te reo o te ao torotoro
Level 3 Te Reo Māori
NZC Level 7 - 8
Level 3 Te Reo Māori
NZC Level 7-8 - Tōku Mapihi Maurea
This unit deepens students’ understanding of te reo Māori’s history and status, exploring factors affecting its vitality and the key events and figures in its revival. Ākonga will apply insights to develop language revitalisation strategies, using advanced reo Māori features such as kupu whakarite and whakataukī, while demonstrating tikanga and uara Māori.
Understanding the History and Significance of Te Reo Māori:
Students will explore the historical journey of te reo Māori, including its decline and revitalisation, and gain insight into its cultural and social importance.
Analysing Key Events and Figures:
Students will identify pivotal events and influential figures that shaped the history of te reo Māori, reflecting on their contributions to its preservation and growth.
Developing Language Proficiency and Formal Communication:
Students will enhance their ability to use advanced grammar features, such as kupu whakarite and whakataukī, while practising formal speech (kōrero-ā-waha) to communicate effectively and authentically.
Applying Language Revitalisation Strategies:
Students will investigate contemporary strategies for revitalising te reo Māori and apply these to their own perspectives, considering their role as future exponents and advocates for the language.
Ngā whāinga paetae:
7.1 Communicate about future plans;
7.5 Read about and recount actual or imagined events in the past
8.3 Recount a series of events to inform, persuade, or entertain;
8.4 Communicate the same information in different ways for different audiences
Putanga Ako:
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AS91654 - Waihanga tuhinga whai take i te reo Māori o te ao whānui
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AS91650 - Whakarongo kia mōhio ki te reo Māori o te ao whānui
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AS91651 - Kōrero kia whakamahi i te reo Māori o te ao whānui
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Waka Ō, Te Rourou Iti a Haere
My Food Trcuk
Ignite the passion for te reo Māori by creating your very own food truck! Dive into an exciting, hands-on project where ākonga will use their reo Māori skills to design a unique menu, craft eye-catching signage, and bring their food truck concept to life.
Perfect for unleashing creativity while mastering the language!
Ngā Whainga Paetae:
1.6 understand and use simple polite conventions, for example, ways of acknowledging people, expressing regret and complimenting people
2.3 communicate about likes and dislikes, giving reasons where appropriate
3.2 communicate about events and where they take place
4.5 communicate about the quality, quantity and cost of things..
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What Ākonga Will Learn
Analyse Issues:
Evaluate the implications of political and social decisions on sustainability and wellbeing.
Apply Māori Concepts:
Integrate kaitiakitanga, rangatiratanga, and whanaungatanga into discussions and advocacy.
Develop Reo Māori Skills:
Build language proficiency to confidently discuss sustainability and politics.
Create and Propose Solutions:
Design and present campaigns or action plans addressing contemporary issues in te reo Māori.
Promote Interconnectedness:
Reflect on the importance of mana, whenua, and tangata in achieving a sustainable future.
Te Ao Hurihuri
Social Issues
This unit delves into the interconnection between politics, sustainability, and social responsibility, exploring these themes both within Aotearoa and on a global stage. Guided by the whakataukī "Toitū te mana, toitū te whenua, toitū te tangata," ākonga will examine the impact of political systems and decisions on the environment and the wellbeing of people. This unit empowers learners to consider their roles in effecting positive change through leadership and advocacy, while building proficiency in te reo Māori.
Through the lens of Māori concepts such as kaitiakitanga (guardianship), rangatiratanga (leadership), and whanaungatanga (relationships), students will gain insights into sustainability issues, from climate change to environmental justice. By the end of this unit, ākonga will have the tools to confidently express ideas in te reo Māori and contribute meaningfully to their communities and beyond.
Ngā whāinga paetae:
7.2: Offer and respond to advice, warnings, and suggestions.
7.4: Offer and respond to information and opinions, giving reasons.
8.2: Develop an argument or point of view, with reasons.
Putanga Ako:
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AS91654 - Waihanga tuhinga whai take i te reo Māori o te ao whānui
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AS91650 - Whakarongo kia mōhio ki te reo Māori o te ao whānui
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AS91651 - Kōrero kia whakamahi i te reo Māori o te ao whānui
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What Ākonga Will Learn
Explore Māori Political History:
Investigate key Māori political movements and their leaders.
Understand Collective Action:
Analyse the role of grassroots activism and collective support in achieving political progress.
Address Contemporary Challenges:
Examine current political issues facing Māori and how they are being addressed.
Develop Te Reo Māori:
Build language proficiency to discuss leadership, politics, and advocacy.
Reflect on Leadership:
Consider their potential roles in addressing issues important to Māori communities.
Taku patu, taku mana Māori
Māori and Politics
This unit delves into the history of Māori politics and the contemporary challenges Māori face, guided by the whakataukī "Te amorangi ki mua, te hāpai ō ki muri." Ākonga will investigate key political movements and the influential leaders who guided them, examining how leadership and collective support have driven progress towards justice, equity, and tino rangatiratanga (self-determination). They will analyse the critical role of grassroots activism and community collaboration in sustaining political momentum and explore how Māori leaders and communities are addressing current political and social issues.
Throughout the unit, ākonga will develop their te reo Māori proficiency, learning vocabulary and structures related to leadership, politics, and advocacy. They will also reflect on their potential roles as leaders or contributors to issues that matter to Māori communities. By the end of this unit, ākonga will have a deeper understanding of Māori political history and the interplay between leadership, collective effort, and cultural integrity.
Ngā whāinga paetae:
7.5 read about and recount actual or imagined events in the past.
8.1 communicate about certainty and uncertainty, possibility and probability
8.3 recount a series of events to inform, persuade or entertain
Putanga Ako:
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AS91654 - Waihanga tuhinga whai take i te reo Māori o te ao whānui
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AS91650 - Whakarongo kia mōhio ki te reo Māori o te ao whānui
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AS91651 - Kōrero kia whakamahi i te reo Māori o te ao whānui
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What Ākonga Will Learn
Master Language Accuracy:
Learn correct structures and vocabulary for mihi and karakia, ensuring accuracy and cultural appropriateness.
Develop Fluency:
Practise delivering mihi and karakia with confidence and naturalness, improving their speaking fluency.
Understand Cultural Contexts:
Explore tikanga and cultural protocols for using te reo Māori in formal and informal settings.
Adapt Language Use:
Demonstrate adaptability in applying te reo Māori appropriately across various contexts.
Respond to Texts:
Engage with and respond to texts about te reo and tikanga Māori, drawing connections between language, culture, and purpose.
Taku patu, taku mana Māori
Māori and Politics
This unit focuses on learning and using te reo Māori in various contexts, emphasizing mihi, karakia, and cultural protocols. Guided by the whakataukī "Ko te reo kia tika, ko te reo kia rere, ko te reo kia Māori," ākonga will develop the skills to communicate accurately, fluently, and authentically, reflecting the richness of Māori culture.
Ākonga will learn correct structures and vocabulary for mihi and karakia, ensuring their language is accurate and culturally appropriate. They will practise delivering mihi and karakia fluently, building confidence in speaking te reo Māori naturally and effectively. Ākonga will also explore cultural contexts and protocols, preparing to use te reo Māori appropriately in formal and informal settings such as pōwhiri, hui, and everyday gatherings. Additionally, they will learn the foundations of te reo Māori to confidently deliver kōrero in unfamiliar situations.
By the end of the unit, ākonga will embody tika (accuracy), rere (fluency), and Māori (authenticity), fostering meaningful and culturally grounded communication.
Ngā whāinga paetae:
7.2: Offer and respond to advice, warnings, and suggestions.
7.4: Offer and respond to information and opinions, giving reasons.
8.2: Develop an argument or point of view, with reasons.
Putanga Ako:
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AS 91288 - Waihanga tuhinga auaha, i te reo o te ao torotoro
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AS 91284 - Whakarongo kia mōhio ki te reo o te ao torotoro
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AS 91285 - Kōrero kia whakamahi i te reo o te ao torotoro
Kōrero Arotake
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