Learning about where we are

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Learning the narratives of our land and the history of where we are will be an important part of  renaming our school and working in partnership with Ngati Tamaoho. 

For our own learning I'd suggest taking the time, if you haven't already, to watch Stories of Tainui. (links to video in article below).

Spinoff Article 'This one was personal: Mihi Forbes on the new Tainui wars documentary'. 

Other resources for learning/teaching Māori History:

Much of the Papakura was historically wetlands -The Science Learning Hub  shared Repo (wetlands) - a context for learning  

I think prioritising learning such as this will go some way towards making the 'identity, language, and culture of Māori students and adults evident in teaching and learning experiences' 

Define the classroom culture -TKI 

What else?



Comments

  1. Alida7 March 2021 at 15:18

    HI Gretchen, I watched the video on NZ wars, how sad. I realise the importance of looking back to look forward, but more importantly, what is my role to play in it. I liked that Mihi said that she is not trying to make people feel ashamed about their past, but to create awareness and empathy.
    Your link to Aotearoa New Zealand's Histories is really helpful. They have some great ideas on how to help students link with their past and who they are right now. I couldn't see where to give feedback on the site though. Perhaps you can point me in the right direction.

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