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This course aims to equip Early Childhood and Primary pre-service teachers with an understanding of the key historical, socio-economic, and cultural contexts/events that shape the experiences of Pasifika communities in Aotearoa from diverse perspectives. Pre-service teachers will identify and critically evaluate the contextual factors, professional practices, and pedagogical strategies necessary to enhance the engagement and achievement/learning outcomes of Pasifika students, their families, and communities. Ultimately, pre-service teachers will be encouraged to acknowledge the significant role they have in supporting 'Saili Matagi', the 'winds of change', essential for the success of Pasifika learners in New Zealand's educational wahi ako.
On the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:Learning Outcomes:1. Undertake a critical review of the key historical, socio-economic, and cultural contexts that have shaped the experiences of diverse Pasifika communities in Ōtautahi and Aotearoa. 2. Utilize relevant literature and culturally responsive methods to support the educational needs and goals of varied Pasifika communities, families, and learners.3. Apply effective teaching models for Pasifika learners dedicated to assisting and serving Pasifika communities and families in Aotearoa. 4. Demonstrate a commitment to enhancing Pasifika students' learning and to being attentive to the diverse cultures, values, languages, and voices of the Pasifika community, parents, and students.
30 points from 100 level AKOE, AKOM or AKOP.
Students must attend one activity from each section.
Angie Malae
Required Programme Texts: New Zealand Ministry of Education. (2017). Te Whāriki: He whāriki mātauranga mō ngā mokopuna o Aotearoa: Early childhood curriculum. Ministry of Education.Education Council (2017). Our Code Our Standards: Code of Professional Responsibility and Standards for the Teaching Profession. Wellington, NZ: Education Council [Electronic resource, available at https://teachingcouncil.nz/content/our-code-our standards] Ministry of Education (2018). Tapasā: Cultural Competencies Framework for Teachers of Pacific Learners. Wellington, NZ: Ministry of Education. [Electronic resource, available at https://teachingcouncil.nz/sites/default/files/Tapasa%CC%84.pdf]
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Domestic fee $948.00
International fee $4,263.00
* All fees are inclusive of NZ GST or any equivalent overseas tax, and do not include any programme level discount or additional course-related expenses.
For further information see School of Leadership and Professional Practice .