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.
Te Reo Māori for Leaders
Te Kai a te Rangatira
Crafted specifically for Principals and Senior Leadership roles, this course is a bridge to learning te reo and tikanga Māori with confidence and precision.
Recognizing the distinct requirements of leadership, we place a special focus on essential skills such as eloquent speech delivery and impeccable pronunciation. Beyond language, delve into the profound realms of Māori values and Mātauranga Māori (Māori knowledge).
Wiki 1: He Aha Te Hua?
The Importance of Pronunciation and Names
Key Concepts:
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Whanaungatanga – Understanding the importance of building relationships and its application in the school setting.
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Karakia – Learn the purpose and relevance of karakia and how to incorporate them into daily school life.
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Pronunciation – Master the fundamentals of correct Māori pronunciation and appreciate its importance in maintaining cultural respect.
Key Learning Outcomes:
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Understand and apply the concept of whanaungatanga.
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Understand the significance of karakia in Māori culture and how to lead a karakia confidently.
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Master correct Māori pronunciation and understand its impact on building respectful relationships.
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Learn an appropriate karakia to open a hui (meeting).
Wiki 2: Ko wai au?
Creating authentic relationships within the community
Key Concepts:
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Whanaungatanga - Creating meaningful connections with others and fostering a sense of belonging in your school community.
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Karakia - Understanding the importance of karakia in everyday life and how to include it in school settings like meetings.
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Pepeha - Introducing yourself that connects you to your ancestors, land, and community in an authentic manner.
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Māori Place Names- The significance of Māori place names and their cultural meanings.
Key Learning Outcomes:
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Understand and apply whanaungatanga in their school leadership, building strong relationships with students, whānau, and iwi.
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Know the purpose of karakia and be able to use it to open meetings in their school.
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Pronounce key Māori words and names correctly, with an understanding of how to apply these in school contexts.
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Create and deliver an authentic pepeha, connecting to their ancestry and community.
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Lead and open a hui with appropriate cultural practices, including karakia and pepeha.
Wiki 3: Tikanga and Pōwhiri
Applying tikanga Māori in an authentic manner
Key Concepts:
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Tikanga Māori in Schools: Learn how to include Māori customs and values in everyday school life.
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Pōwhiri in Education: Understand the meaning of pōwhiri and how to hold these ceremonies properly.
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Building Cultural Connections: Strengthen ties with whānau, hapū, and iwi to support tikanga Māori in your school.
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Reflecting on Tikanga: Review how your school applies tikanga and find ways to improve.
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Cultural Leadership: Learn how to lead cultural practices and support your community's needs.
Key Learning Outcomes:
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Understand and apply tikanga Māori in your school to ensure cultural practices are respected.
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Learn the relevance and symbolism of pōwhiri and how to use it authentically in schools.
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Build strong connections with stakeholders like whānau, hapū, and iwi to support your school’s cultural growth.
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Reflect on how tikanga Māori is used in your school and discuss ways to improve.
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Develop leadership skills to guide your school in embracing tikanga and connecting with the community.
Wiki 4: Ngā Uara
Mātauranga Māori within schools
Key Concepts:
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Incorporating Māori Values: Understand how to embed values such as manaakitanga (care), whanaungatanga (relationships), and kaitiakitanga (guardianship) into school systems, processes, and everyday interactions.
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Aligning Values: Explore the connections between your school’s values and mātauranga Māori, finding ways to integrate both to create a culturally responsive learning environment.
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Formal Acknowledgements: Learn the tikanga (protocols) for appropriately closing a hui using traditional Māori acknowledgements, ensuring respect and cultural integrity.
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Curriculum Integration: Apply mātauranga Māori principles in curriculum areas such as science, history, and the arts, encouraging a holistic and culturally relevant approach to learning.
Key Learning Outcomes:
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Incorporate Māori values into the culture and practices of your school.
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Align your school’s values with mātauranga Māori principles.
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Learn to close a hui (meeting) with a formal Māori acknowledgement.
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Apply mātauranga Māori within various curriculum areas to enhance cultural understanding.
Wiki 5: He aha kei tua?
Planning for future development
Key Concepts:
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Cultural Leadership: School leaders should model and promote Māori values, ensuring they are embedded in everyday school life.
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Mana Ōrite mō te Mātauranga Māori: This concept emphasizes giving equal importance to Māori knowledge in education alongside Western perspectives.
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Māori vs. Western Knowledge: Māori knowledge is holistic and community-focused, while Western knowledge tends to be individualistic. Both approaches should be valued in schools.
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Reflection and Next Steps: Regularly reflect on how well Māori values are embedded in the school and plan ways to strengthen these efforts.
Key Learning Outcomes:
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Build Strong Relationships: Strengthen connections with whānau, hapū, and iwi to support cultural growth in your school.
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Develop Leadership in Māori Values: Gain skills to lead and engage authentically with Māori communities.
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Align School Values with Mātauranga Māori: Reflect on and align school values with Māori principles to create a unified culture.
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Implement Mana Ōrite mō te Mātauranga Māori: Understand how to give equal importance to Māori knowledge in school practices and curriculum.
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Compare Māori and Western Knowledge: Explore both Māori and Western perspectives on learning and apply a balanced approach in your school.
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Reflect and Plan Next Steps: Review progress on integrating Māori values and identify areas for improvement.
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