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inclusive teaching. The aim of the course is to strengthen te reo Māori of ākonga and to introduce them to
and the concepts that promote equitable outcomes for all tamariki that are foundational to literacy learning and teaching in the early years.
Ākonga undertaking this course explore the content of the four strands of the Health and Physical Education curriculum area of the New Zealand Curriculum. A key focus is the seven key areas of learning in this curriculum area: mental health, sexuality education, food and nutrition, body care and physical safety, physical activity, sports studies and outdoor education.
teaching primary English, with a focus on oral language, writing, and reading.
This professional experience placement further develops ākonga knowledge, skills, and dispositions to work in primary learning in Aotearoa New Zealand and their progression towards meeting Our Code Our Standards in a supported environment.
This course explores kaupapa Māori theory and how colonialism has impacted education and other outcomes for Māori, and why education inequalities need to be urgently addressed. Ākonga will critically examine past and current policies and legislation specific to Māori ākonga and make recommendations to bring about change and strengthen Māori ākonga’ educational achievement. Ākonga will strengthen their skills and knowledge of te reo Māori for use in education settings.
The focus of this course is on the practical implications of equity, diversity and inclusion in classrooms and the school environment.
This online course provides ākonga with opportunities to develop the professional knowledge, skills and dispositions required to work in early learning services, basing their practice on Our Code Our Standards
This course examines the values, principles, theories, policies and practices that contribute to inclusion and provides ākonga with knowledge and understandings to support the wellbeing, diversity and uniqueness of all learners and families in early learning services.