Tag: iwi
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Two Days at Te Whare Ruruhau: A Taste of Wild Perfection
If you want to be inspired, then get out into nature. The more remote, the better. My friend Doug manages a Māori trust that looks after 6,950 hectares of mountainous terrain nestled between the Kaimanawa and Kaweka Forests in the central North Island of New Zealand. Recently, it was my great pleasure and privilege to…
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What is cultural competency? What does cultural competency mean in education?
Here’s one definition adapted from what others have said: Culturally competent means possessing the knowledge, skills, and values required to achieve a better understanding of, and enhance relationships with learners of different cultures. I wanted to share this for a couple of reasons. One is that it’s more topical than ever. Another is that it’s potentially…