Core Education

In this episode, Maraea and Janelle discuss the impact of language, culture, and identity on Māori athletes' success from grassroots to international success. They unpack the power of connecting tamariki with their cultural heritage through reo Māori, leading to enhanced academic achievements. Janelle shouts the praises of the next generation, together shaping a future workforce that aligns with the principles of te ao Māori.

Enjoy this insightful podcast with Kathe Tawhiwhirangi and Derek Wenmoth, the visionary founder of FutureMakers and principal consultant at Tātai Aho Rau Core Education. In this podcast, Derek and Kathe unpack the shift towards prioritising learners in educational practices, celebrating the uniqueness of every ākonga. Discover Derek's perspective on education as a fundamental right for all and its relevance in today's dynamic educational landscape.

Join Dr. Hana O'Regan and Leah Te Whata in our podcast as they kōrero on how to live out the Treaty of Waitangi in your day-to-day life. Enjoy our te reo Māori kōrero.

Join Dr. Hana O'Regan and Leah Te Whata in our podcast as they give practical advice on live out the Treaty of Waitangi in your day-to-day life. Discover the significance of this practice and gain invaluable insights through their three-step approach: - Develop a mindset. - Design an equitable plan. - Take action. Tune in for practical and inspirational guidance on how to make Te Tiriti o Waitangi a part of your daily life.

Kipa Munro from Ngāti Rehia answers questions from schools in Te Reo Māori.

Kipa Munro from Ngāti Rehia answers questions from schools in Te Reo Māori.

The following questions are answered by archaeologist Andrew Blanshard in this LEARNZ web conference about archaeology and heritage conservation in Aotearoa New Zealand. 1. How did archaeologists know where to start looking for the pieces of history in the first place? 2. What kind of tools do archaeologist use? What is the purpose of the red and white ruler in the picture? 3. When did the archaeologists find moa bones? 4. How did they carve the obsidian rock & shells? 5. What were the ‘oral traditions’ held by Ngāti Kuta? 6. Where did the archaeologists find the pāua shell? 7. Why did they make fishhooks and tools out of shells and obsidian rocks? 8. What tools did they make? And why did they change? 9. Was it hard for the early Polynesian people to adapt to New Zealand’s climate? What did they use to make clothing? 10. What does it mean that ‘One-piece fishhooks as a tool become less prominent through time’?

The following questions from schools are answered by museum curator Kate Martin about first contact between Captain Cook and Māori in Te Pēwhairangi Bay of Islands: 1. How long did the Endeavour stay in the Bay of Islands? 2. Why did the Crew of the Endeavour shoot at the locals? How did they feel about that? 3. Did Captain Cook gain trust of the locals? How did he do that? 4. Were there things given from Māori and if so, what has happened to these? 5. Were guns traded and what happened to those guns? How did the locals use these? 6. How did the Europeans and Māori communicate and get what they needed? 7. Did any of the people Cook meet come on board the Endeavour? If not, why? 8. What did Captain Cook and Joseph Banks learn from the locals? 9. How did the visit to the Bay of Islands help Cook in his map making? 10. Was there more than one opportunity to meet? Did Captain Cook meet Bay of Islands locals again at another time?

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Enjoy our latest kōrero with Dr. Jeanne Teisina and Tinā Ruta McKenzie as they explore the 'api lens in Tongan culture. Learn about how education can capture the essence of being Tongan, cultivating a sense of profound cultural identity in children. Dr. Jeanne advocates for curriculum alignment with Pacific heritage, empowering the younger generation to celebrate their roots and lead from a place of strength.

Join Kathe Tawhiwhirangi as she has a kōrero with Derek Wenmoth, the founder of FutureMakers and principal consultant at Tātai Aho Rau Core Education. Derek and Kathe explore many topics in this podcast, such as the important, positive and recent shift of putting learners at the centre of our educational practices, as well as a growing understanding of the uniqueness of each individual ākonga. Derek also speaks briefly about education as a fundamental right for all, and what it means in today's educational landscape. This podcast also explores some of the overarching concepts explored by the first three Kaihautū | Keynote speakers of uLearn23: David Letele, Pania Newton, and Cha’nel Kaa-Luke. Themes of identity, adversity, and education spark the question of why some learners excel when others don’t, and what educators can do to ensure that all ākonga succeed.

Join Tutuila Lio Va’auli, Pacific Strategic Lead at Tātai Aho Rau, and Penina Ifopo, director of Falelalaga Cultural and Education Centre, as they talanoa about the Falelalanga kaupapa of connecting spiritually, holistically, and educationally to Samoan culture through weaving. Tutuila and Penina explore a wide range of topics within this podcast, such as Penina’s richness of experiences from her upbringing in the village of Musumusu, Samoa, the journey of New Zealand born Samoans in blending their cultures and identities, and how Falelalanga creates a safe space for all to connect with their Samoan heritage. Penia also speaks about how we can deliver Falelalanga in Aotearoa and how educators can use the ideas of Falelalanga in the classroom, including educators being more responsive and understanding of the culture of their ākonga, and the exciting future of Falelalanga.

In this episode, Arohanui Allen and Rawiri Toia unpack the redesign of the national curriculum, introducing the four pou. Explore important questions such as: How do the levers support our mokopuna? How can kaiako become effective models of learning? How can kaiako embrace Mātauranga Māori and effectively teach Māori histories? Learn about the redesign process, the incorporation of the four pou, and the significant input from tamariki and kaiako in both Māori and English settings.

In this episode, Kath, Anne and Rochelle invite you into their world of practical wellbeing, where strategies such as creativity, personal reflections, and team bonding, support great personal and professional wellbeing practices. Discover Kath and Anne’s favourite strategies for feeling good and functioning well, both individually and within the workplace. From creating impactful change as a team to the therapeutic effects of nature walks and gardening, this episode provides a comprehensive guide to developing a positive and supportive work culture.

Join Gareth, Maraea, and Pania in a compelling dialogue as they explore sources of strength and resilience. In this insightful podcast, Pania Newton unpacks the profound impact of her experiences on shaping her identity and purpose. Emphasising the importance of embracing and learning from Aotearoa histories, Pania shares how this awareness has shaped her commitment to advocating for Māori rights and addressing injustices in Aotearoa.

Ella Sargison from Inside Out shares a kōrero with Rebbecca Sweeney, discussing schools embracing the rainbow community. Where do schools start? And how to continue to nurture and support wellbeing practices for the rainbow and Takatāpui communities. Acknowledging bullying does happen across Aotearoa, towards the rainbow communities and that we need to address it in our setting and where we can, so that we can create safe environments. They also mention the importance of being consistent among staff within the kura| school, that students can acknowledge and perceive differences.

In this podcast episode, Vui Suli reflects on his uLearn23 session with Lena Tuiloma. Together, they delve into the importance of serving as a positive role model, and the power of vulnerability when nurturing the well-being and growth of youth and whanau. Vui also discusses his involvement in Moana Vā and its transformative impact on communities providing support to Pacific families and youth. They explore advocacy within the pacific community for gender identity and LGBTQ+ communities, addressing the challenges faced by those striving to be bold while navigating the complex intersectionality of culture and sexuality.

Join Arohanui Allen and Dalia Malaeulu as they explore the pressing need for resources and support in culturally responsive education, shining a light on the impact of relying on assessments for the well-being of our Maori and Pacific students. Additionally, we unpack the world of Mila's Books, with Dalia the founder and creator of Mila’s books, creating books by Pasifika for Pasifika - discussing the importance of developing a nurturing space where Pacific tamaiti can celebrate their personal narratives and understand their cultural identity.

In this podcast, Te Mako Orzecki is joined by Julie McMahon and Owen Brasier of GROK Academy to kōrero about teaching cyber skills and cyber security to ākonga. Julie and Owen discuss the most effective strategies for communicating cyber security to ākonga, the activities GROK are doing to engage students in te reo Māori, and how to make cyber security fun.

In this episode, Dave Letele and Hana O'Regan share their experiences and highlight the pressing need for transformation in their communities. Our hosts delve deep into the harsh realities of the inequities in Aotearoa, and why there is such a need to be aware and find a way to support students. Letele poses the question, "When you lack money and support, what choices remain?". Join us to hear this kōrero that will encourage introspection, and inspire you to be a part of the change in Aotearoa.