EDU702 Creating a Culture for Learning : Concepts of Indigeneity

Part 1: Te Tiriti o Waitangi and the status of tangata whenua in Aotearoa New Zealand
a. Explain why tangata whenua have a unique status in Aotearoa New Zealand. Your answer should refer to concepts of indigeneity and to te Tiriti Waitangi.
b. Explain the three principles of te Tiriti o Waitangi as outlined in this course.

 

Discuss how these principles are relevant to, and reflected in, the education sector in Aotearoa New Zealand. Give two examples.
Remember, your work for this assignment should be evidence based. Use research to inform your answers and include at least three references in your essay. Provide accurate citations and a reference list (use APA referencing style).
Word guide: 800–1000 words

 

Part 2: Applying the principles of te Tiriti o Waitangi
a. Critically analyse one specific strategy/approach that has been shown to improve outcomes for Māori learners.
I. Briefly outline the strategy/approach and analyse its benefits and challenges.
II. Give two examples of ways that the strategy/approach can be applied within your teaching practice or a learning organisation. Explain the potential benefits of each example.
b. Discuss how your chosen strategy/approach is an example of applying one or more principles of te Tiriit o Waitangi. Support your responses by referring to at least three relevant sources.
Word guide: 1000–1200 words