Tag: Maori
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What is Kaitiakitanga? 1 Notable Concept You Need to Know Now
Kaitiakitanga is a New Zealand term used for the Māori concept of guardianship, for the sky, the sea, and the land. A kaitiaki is a guardian, and the process and practices of protecting and looking after the environment are referred to as kaitiakitanga.
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Concepts: What are Kōrero, Titiro, Whakarongo?
Get my eBook on Learner-Centred Teaching Get my eBook on Learner-Centred Teaching What are kōrero, titiro and whakarongo? Kōrero, titiro, and whakarongo refer to speaking, observing, and listening. As a culture with a rich oral tradition, Māori approaches to teaching and learning place great value on speaking, observing, and listening. These different learning styles can…
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Applying the Concept of Rangatiratanga in Vocational Education: Empower Your Learners Now
What is Tino Rangatiratanga How does it impact learner success Learner centred teaching
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What Is Mana Reo? Discover 2 Great Ways To Describe Learner Centred Teaching
Get my eBook on Learner-Centred Teaching What is mana reo? In education, mana reo often refers to communication skills and, as such, lends itself directly to discussion of literacy and numeracy skills development. Both of these help describe a learner-centred teaching environment. Communication Mana reo means developing communication skills. Mana reo is literally the mana…
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Mana Whenua: 5 Questions to Consider if You Want to Create Learner Success?
In a literal sense, mana whenua refers to the mana or power and authority that comes from the land. But it can also refer to beliefs, building relationships and developing a sense of belonging.
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Mana Ao Turoa – What Is It? 1 Wonderful Thing You Need To Remember
Get my eBook on Learner-Centred Teaching What does mana ao tūroa mean? Mana ao tūroa means exploring the world around you. In a literal sense, mana ao tūroa refers to the mana of the environment or external world. In education, mana ao tūroa refers to the concept of learning through an exploration of the environment.…
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What is Mana Atua? A Super Simple Explanation in Less than 500 Words
What is Mana atua? Learner success Learner centred teaching
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Whanaungatanga: What Is It? How can you use it to create learner success? 3 Things You Need to Know
Whanaungatanga refers to a sense of family connection. It’s a relationship through shared experiences and working together which provides people with a sense of belonging.
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What Is Whakapapa? 4 Powerful Reasons You Need To Embrace It In Your Classroom
Whakapapa… What does it refer to? Whakapapa is a central concept in Māori culture, referring to genealogy, lineage, and ancestry. It is a fundamental aspect of Māori identity and is seen as an important link to the past, connecting individuals to their ancestors, their land, and their cultural heritage. Whakapapa is not just a record…