Category: learning design

TAPA GPT on PATHWAYS AWARUA — Your AI Kaitiaki for the Tapatoru Programme

Dec 11, 2025

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Graeme Smith

in Education, AI in Education, learning design, Pathways Awarua, Tapatoru, Tapatoru Programme, Vocational Teaching

Introducing TAPA GPT — the AI kaitiaki for the Tapatoru Framework. Supports vocational tutors with culturally grounded, reflective, inclusive teaching.
Using Whakapapa in Materials Development: Practical Tips for Inspiring Learning Designers

Apr 16, 2023

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Graeme Smith

in Education, Cross-Cultural Understanding, cultural awareness, Diversity and Inclusion, Indigenous education, learning design, Maori, Materials, Materials Development

Using Whakapapa: This post provides practical tips for materials writers and learning designers on how to incorporate the Maori concept of whakapapa into their learning materials. It offers examples of how to use storytelling, case studies, and cultural context to provide a deeper understanding of the subject matter within the Māori cultural context.