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Mātauranga Māori in Outdoor Education

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This PLD is for Outdoor Education teachers wanting to develop their understanding of mātauranga Māori. Kaiako of all year levels and subjects are welcome however, there will be a small session focused on NCEA.  

As part of this PLD you will

    • Participate in a pōwhiri and noho marae/overnight stay.
    • Examine and discuss the new Outdoor Recreation unit standards and the Te Ao Māori concepts within them such as karakia, pepeha, waiata, ngā atua.
    • Explore the area and hear pūrākau and pakiwaitara of significant places from mana whenua.
    • Have traditional skills and the tikanga of these skills shared by mana whenua.
    • Plan next steps of action to integrate mātauranga Māori into your teaching practice.

The cost of this PLD is $85 to EONZ members and $125 to non-members to help cover kai and accommodation. Please let us know if you have any dietary requirements. 

You will need to bring 

  • Blanket or Sleeping bag
  • Sheet/Pillow case
  • Torch
  • Towel
  • Suitable clothing and footwear for being in the outdoors
  • Suitable clothing for getting wet/swimming/paddling a waka
  • Anything else you need for an overnight stay