Mātauranga Māori in Outdoor Education

Who is this Wānanga for:

Any teachers interested in extending their mātauranga Māori and te ao Māori in a supportive environment.

During this wānanga you will:

• Participate in a pōwhiri and experience a noho marae (overnight stay).  

• Explore the connection between mātauranga Māori and Outdoor Education/ Education Outside the Classroom. 

• Connect with Te Taiao, and learn through pūrākau, pakiwaitara, and the history of significant local places.  

• Build relationships with mana whenua.  

• Learn about traditional skills, their whakapapa, and the tikanga associated with these practices.  

• Examine and discuss teaching and learning resources, case studies, course planning, and research grounded in Māori perspectives.  

• Explore key concepts in Te Ao Māori, such as karakia, maramataka, pepeha, and ngā atua.  

• Develop a plan to introduce or further integrate mātauranga Māori into your teaching practice.  

Further Information:

• All kai will be provided, please make sure to let us know your dietary needs.

• Accommodation is provided on the marae. 

• Some attendees may need to carpool when we visit significant local places. 

• A list of gear and other logistical information specific to your location will be sent closer to the date to ensure you are fully prepared. 

• You will have the opportunity to share your pēpeha if you would like to do so, a great opportunity to practice it. 

• To help our facilitators tailor the wānanga to your needs, you will be asked to complete a short questionnaire before the event. 

• This wānanga is a 2-day event unless otherwise stated.