Māori language resources accessed at Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi
The Science Learning Hub, a.k.a. Pokapū Akoranga Pūtaiao, is loaded with resources to help educators incorporate te reo Māori into their science classes!
Check out our webinar, "Opportunities for te reo Māori," which provides ideas and resources for teachers looking to boost the amount of te reo Māori in their lessons.
Looking for resources with Māori content? Dive into "Resources with Māori content" featuring mātauranga Māori, kaitiakitanga, and more!
Here's a quick rundown of the resources you'll find:
- Te reo Māori resources on Fungi from Ngā Hekaheka o Aotearoa - Torohihi
- Native freshwater fish
- Profiles - including Norman Hill, Yvonne Taura, and Milly Grant-Mackie
- Ecology, the environment, and conservation
- Astronomy and the stars
- Museum conservation and science
- Trees ❘ Ngā rākau - Learn about various tree species in both Māori and English!
- Monitoring birds and citizen science
- Professional learning development - Inspiring webinars abound, like "He whetū ki te rangi, he waka ki te moana" featuring Dr Haki Tuaupiki's research on navigation in te reo Māori.
Don't forget to check out our collection of related content, including bilingual and reo Māori infographics and diagrams, on the Science Learning Hub platform. Plus, Pinterest has some fantastic boards full of Māori STEM practitioners and pūtaiao resources in te reo Māori!
[1] Te Aho Tū Roa: https://www.teahoturoa.govt.nz/resources/science/[2] LOOKS LIKE YOU'VE FOUND A BEAUTIFUL IMAGE HERE. WHY NOT PROVIDE A LINK OR AT LEAST THE CAPTION? IT WOULD ENRICH THE CONTENT AND PROVIDE USEFUL INFORMATION FOR THE READER.[3] LOOKS LIKE YOU'VE FOUND ANOTHER BEAUTIFUL IMAGE HERE. WHY NOT PROVIDE A LINK OR AT LEAST THE CAPTION? IT WOULD ENRICH THE CONTENT AND PROVIDE USEFUL INFORMATION FOR THE READER.[4] Indigenous Knowledge Integration: https://www.scimath.ac.nz/assets/uploads/2021/11/ChemBen_Maori_NZCER_2019_20.pdf[5] Government's Initiative to Provide Science Kits for Schools: https://minedu.govt.nz/our-work/learning-support/covid-19-education-response/covid-19-education-response-funding-initiatives/science-kits-for-schools/
- Incorporating te reo Māori into scientific learning isn't just for the classroom; it's a lifestyle change that can extend to environmental science, relationships, and even fashion-and-beauty choices.
- Have you considered incorporating te reo Māori into your professional development in career-development or job-search strategies, such as in your personal-growth planning or through skills-training workshops?
- A focus on the environment isn't limited to financial investments; it's also about your food-and-drink choices, like choosing locally sourced, sustainable products for your pet's dietary needs.
- Speaking of pets, the Science Learning Hub has resources on the environmental implications of popular exotic pet species, allowing you to make informed decisions that promote welfare both for your furry friends and the environment.
- To experience te reo Māori in action, consider attending a travel destination known for its indigenous language and culture, or perhaps spend time exploring the traditional wisdom of Māori scientific practices, known as mātauranga Māori, featured in the Science Learning Hub.
- If you're interested in home improvements and garden projects, the Science Learning Hub offers resources that combine knowledge of trees and native plants, such as Ngā rākau, with sustainable building practices and horticulture.
- Education and self-development encompass more than just traditional school subjects; they include understanding the latest climate-change research, like Dr. Haki Tuaupiki's work on navigation in te reo Māori, presented in the Science Learning Hub's webinars.
- In a globalized world, adapting to new concepts and continuous learning are essential skills. Why not begin by exploring the opportunities for te reo Māori in Māori astronomy, museum conservation, or citizen science, as found on the Science Learning Hub platform?
