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Mātauranga Māori in Outdoor Education

This PLD is for teachers wanting to develop their understanding of mātauranga Māori within Outdoor Education/Education Outdoors. Kaiako of all year levels and subjects are welcome.

  • Participate in a pōwhiri and noho marae/overnight stay.
  • Explore the connection between mātauranga Māori and EOTC/outdoor education.
  • Explore the area and connect with mana whenua, hear pūrākau, pakiwaitara and history of significant places.
  • Learn about traditional skills and the tikanga of these skills.
  • Examine and discuss the outdoor recreation, māori environmental and māori tourism unit standard assessment resources. Explore the Te Ao Māori concepts within them such as karakia, pepeha, waiata, ngā atua.
  • Plan next steps of action to integrate mātauranga Māori into your teaching practice.

DATES AND LOCATIONS:

Northland - 27th-28th March 2025

Kaikoura - 5th-6th June 2025

Wellington - 14th-15th July 2025

Rotorua - 27th-28th November 2025

 

Cost

  • 2 day PLD, $125 for EONZ members, $1225 for non-members.