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Programme Rima
Tapawha – Holistic Learning & Belief (2 hours)

Undertaken either onsite at Tamaki Maori Village in the traditional Pre-European Village, or in the themed Maori Theatre space located centrally at The Realm of Tane, this programme puts into context and allows students a greater understanding of Maori mythology, belief structure along with the mental, physical and spiritual awareness of Maori, whakapapa and connection to the land.

Specific Learning Areas:

Storytelling, Myths & Legends | Spiritual education | Kaitiakitanga (Guardianship & Maori Gods) | Wairuatanga (Spiritual beliefs & understanding) | Whanaungatanga (Genealogy & strength of family) | Henengaro (Intellectual Awareness) | Tinana (Physical Wellbeing)

Basic Programme Outline 
 
Introduction:
Holistic Learning & Belief Programme: 
Conclusion:
Total Time:
15 minutes 
1.5 hours 
15 minutes
2 hours  

New Zealand Curriculum Links:

Curriculum Link Activity Examples
Social Sciences;
Years 1 – 5
Students will gain Knowledge, Skills & Experience
By visiting and participating in activities within our traditional pre-European village, students will understand why belonging to groups is important for people, roles and responsibilities within groups, how the past is important, why places are important and how culture is expressed in daily lives. They will understand how/why people move between places, environmental and social sustainability, how the past impacts people’s lives, and how people seek economic growth through business, enterprise and innovation.
Social Sciences;
Years 6 – 8

Social Studies
History
Geography

By participating in interactive communal village activities within our pre-European Village environment & context, students will gain insight into practical examples of how:
Social Studies: Individuals & groups work to promote social justice; understand how cultures adapt and change, how this impacts on society; how conflict can arise from differing cultural beliefs & ideas. Understand rights, roles & responsibilities of individuals & communities, and how ideologies shape society (responses to differing beliefs)
History: How causes and consequences of past events are significant and shape the life of people & society; understand people’s perspectives on past events; and how trends over time reflect social, economic & political forces.
Geography: Natural & cultural environments are shaped; understand how people interact with natural & cultural environments and how these have changed over time. Understand how diverse values & perceptions influence environmental, social & economic decisions.
Learning Languages By visiting and participating in activities within our traditional pre-European village – through language knowledge and cultural knowledge, students will select and use language & symbols to communicate (art, craft, whaikorero); manage self and relate to others (individual contribution into workshops) , participate & contribute in communities (social awareness & interacting with others).
Health & PE;
Levels 1 - 8
Personal Health & Physical Development
Movement Concepts &Motor Skills
Relationships with Other People
Healthy Communities & Environments
Through actively participating in traditional Maori Arts, weaponry handling, training & techniques within our Pre-European Village students will gain firsthand insights into: Personal Identity, Movement Skills, Positive Attitudes, Social & Cultural Factors, Relationships, Identity/Sensitivity/Respect, Interpersonal Skills, Societal Attitudes & Values, Rights/Responsibilities/Laws & People and the Environment

Specific Learning Outcomes:

Programme Specific Learning Outcome How does this enhance student learning
RIMA: Tapawha – Holistic Learning & Belief SLO 1: Students will be taught specific protocol, understand tikanga and the significance of ritual before they participate in a traditional powhiri (Maori Welcome Ceremony); SLO 2: Students will learn about Maori myths and legends, their origins and historical significance; SLO 3: Students will
participate in an interactive workshop overview so they understand the overriding belief structure of Maori; SLO 4: Students will learn about the mental, physical and spiritual realms of Maori; SLO 5: Students will learn about Kaitiakitanga (Guardianship); SLO 6: Students will learn about Wairuatanga (Spiritual beliefs & understanding); SLO 7: Students will learn about Whanaungatanga (Genealogy & Strength of Family); SLO 8: Students will learn about Henengaro (Intellectual Awareness); SLO 9: Students will learn about Tinana (Physical Wellbeing); SLO 10: Students will learn about whakapapa, geneaology and its significance; SLO 11: Students will learn about the significance of the connection of Maori to the land; SLO 12: Students will learn how to perform their own Pepeha (introducing themselves in Maori).
Students will have the opportunity to visit an actual real, working traditional Maori Village & Pa site and engage in a range of interactive experiences that will stimulate students learning through participation, listening, touching, tasting, seeing, experimenting, questioning.
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