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 Early Childcare Teachers
Poipoia te kākano
Enhance your foundational knowledge of te reo Māori and learn how to integrate the language and tikanga into your everyday teaching practices with our 7-week online course designed specifically for early childcare teachers. This course will equip you with the skills to confidently use te reo Māori in the classroom, helping our tamariki learn through culturally enriching experiences.
Whāinga Paetae
Learning Objectives
Course Features:
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Foundational Reo Māori: Gain confidence in pronunciation, basic vocabulary, and everyday phrases tailored to early childhood settings.
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Incorporating Tikanga Māori: Learn how to embed cultural practices, including karakia (prayers), waiata (songs), and tikanga Māori into your daily routines such as meal time, sleep time, and transitions.
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Interactive Learning: Enjoy engaging activities, digital tools, and practical tasks to reinforce your language skills.
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Task-Based Approach: Apply your learning directly to your teaching environment, with real-life scenarios and interactive roleplays.
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Practical Application: Develop an action plan to bring te reo Māori and tikanga Māori into your centre, creating a culturally responsive and supportive environment for tamariki.
Key Learning Outcomes:
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Foundational understanding of te reo Māori to build your knowledge.
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How to use te reo Māori during play, storytelling, and daily routines like meal and sleep times.
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Incorporating waiata and karakia into classroom routines.
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Encouraging emotional expression and positive reinforcement using te reo Māori.
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Understand and authentically apply language and tikanga into your centre's environment.
Ngā tākoha
What you will receive
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Tailored Content and Course Materials: Resources specifically designed to add to your kete, enriching your knowledge of te reo Māori and its practical application.
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Classroom Resources and Displays: Materials to enhance your learning environment, including visual aids and interactive displays.
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Word Lists and Activities: Engaging activities and comprehensive word lists to help reinforce your understanding of key language concepts.
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Key Planning Documents: Tools to help build and strengthen te reo Māori knowledge within your centre, supporting long-term integration.
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Whānau Support Materials: Resources to encourage language use at home, fostering a strong connection between whānau and early learning.
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Tikanga Checklists: Practical guides to ensure your application of tikanga Māori is authentic and relevant to your region.
Ngā mukamuka
Further Details
Course Dates: 2 options available: (Select 1)
Option 1 - Tuesday 5.30pm-7.00pm
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5th November 2024
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12th November 2024
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19th November 2024
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26th November 2024
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3rd December 2024
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10th December 2024
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17th December 2024
Option 2 - Wednesday 3.30pm-5.00pm
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6th November 2024
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13th November 2024
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20th November 2024
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27th November 2024
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4th December 2024
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11th December 2024
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18th December 2024
Duration: 7 weeks (1.5 hours per week)
Mode: Online
Cost: $399 per person (discount available for multiple staff members)