Tag: community engagement

A New Look at NZ’s Literacy and Numeracy Implementation Strategy (2015–2019)

Jan 22, 2024

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Graeme Smith

in Education, Adult Community Education, adult education, Adult Education and Literacy, Adult Tertiary Education, Adult vocational education, Education Policy, Educational Strategies, Inclusive learning, Literacy Development, New Zealand, New Zealand Education, Numeracy Advancement

Explore the insights and lessons from New Zealand’s Literacy and Numeracy Implementation Strategy 2015-2019. Discover how these experiences shape future educational policies, fostering an inclusive, literate, and numerate society in Aotearoa. Join us in charting a path towards a dynamic and inclusive educational future.
Practical Ways to Support Rangatiratanga in Vocational Education

Apr 16, 2023

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Graeme Smith

in Education, Collaborative learning, Community engagement, Critical thinking and reflection, Cultural diversity and inclusion, Education and learning, Indigenous knowledge and practices., Learner agency and autonomy, Maori culture, Self-determination and sovereignty, vocational education

This post explores the concept of Rangatiratanga in vocational education. Rangatiratanga, which is central to Māori culture and emphasises the importance of self-determination and sovereignty. It highlights practical tips for vocational educators to incorporate Rangatiratanga into their teaching practice, such as promoting learner agency, encouraging critical thinking, and acknowledging cultural differences. By doing so, educators…

Tag: community engagement

A New Look at NZ’s Literacy and Numeracy Implementation Strategy (2015–2019)

Practical Ways to Support Rangatiratanga in Vocational Education