Understanding and Using Research in Education

This course is an introduction to frameworks for thinking about, reading about, and carrying out research. Students will develop skills in the critical analysis of a wide range of research literature through developing knowledge of ethics, different methodologies, and different types of data. Students are introduced to research practice from both 'Western' and Indigenous knowledge standpoints. The aims of the course are to bring the student to the point where they have the knowledge to interpret most quantitative and qualitative research papers in their field, as well as the background to undertake supervised research.

30 points

Subject to approval of the Head of School

EDEM693; EDEM694; EDEM697; EDEM698; EHRE601; EDME601

Te Ngao ki Hawaiki

Ma te reo Maori nga mahi a te karaehe nei e kawe ai i nga kaupapa ako ka wanangahia nei e tatou. Ko te whainga matua ko te ako i te reo korero, te reo tuhituhi, ka tahi, ka rua ko te ata whakaaro he aha ke te wairua o te reo Maori me pupuri tonutia nei. Ka tiro tatou ki nga korero tuku iho penei i te whakatauki, kiwaha me era momo o te reo. Ko tona whainga matua kia ata whawha i te hohonutanga o te whakaaro me ona tohutohu mo te ao e noho nei tatou. Ka tiro ano hoki tatou ki nga kaupapa tikanga, nga whakapono a te Maori, nga mihi me nga poroporoaki, era ahuatanga katoa o te reo Maori.

30 points

Subject to approval of the Head of School.

MAOR408, EDEM660

He Wananga

An advanced te reo Maori course based in Maori philosophical and conceptual thought and beliefs. The course involves noho marae with prominent experts in te reo Maori. Students will use wananga to discuss, develop and shape work in their chosen fields.

30 points

Subject to approval of the Head of School.

Directed Study in Education

Participants in the course are supported as a cohort to conduct and report on a small-scale research study to demonstrate advanced knowledge in their discipline/endorsement area and the ability to undertake research. Examples of small-scale research can include, but aren’t limited to: a literature review, document analysis, policy analysis, and secondary data analysis.

30 points

EDME401; or 30 points of approved research methods; and approval of the Head of School

EDEM680

Leading Change in Digital Education

As societies shift towards the age of digitalisation, digital education leadership is becoming a growing concern for students, educators and policy makers. This course is designed to study the role of ‘change agents’ in digital education, including teachers and trainers as change agents. Students will explore current issues that are affecting the digital world and reflect on their influence on education and training. Through exploring models of leadership and change, and critical reflection on their own experiences, the course aims to help each student develop as a digital education leader. Students will lead online seminars, conduct field observation and engage in project work to prompt and understand change within their own contexts in an evolving, digitally mediated society.

30 points

Subject to the approval of Head of School

EDEM630

Distributing Leadership Through Coaching and Mentoring

This course explores and applies the theoretical and practical bases of supporting others in developing their professional roles, responsibilities and expertise. It is suitable for those who have coaching and mentoring roles with new and existing members of staff and recognise the need to complement specialist knowledge with professional learning and development strategies.

30 points

Subject to approval of the Head of School

EDEM637, EDTL821

Teachers as Leaders

This course is designed to encourage new and aspiring teacher leaders (within named roles or without) to explore and develop strategies for leading curriculum change. The course will involve critical reflection on teacher leadership models that create and sustain effective curriculum practices. The course will be presented in two sections: Leadership by teachers; and theories and approaches to leadership of change. The research component requires an analysis of a professional learning conversation to establish the current coaching and mentoring skillset.

30 points

Subject to approval of the Head of School

EDEM638; EDTL841

Advancing Pacific Educational Success

This course examines the advancement in Pasifika Education in Aotearoa New Zealand. Students will engage with a range of relevant research to critique and analyse Pasifika educational pedagogy, practices and policy formation. This course offers educators deep knowledge of Pasifika epistemologies and perspectives to support their work in schools, tertiary and Early Childhood Centres and those who work in government agencies and the Pasifika community.

30 points

Subject to the approval of the Head of School

EDEM659

Culturally Inclusive Pedagogies: Motivating Diverse Learners

This course provides historical and advanced theoretical understandings of motivation and behaviour and their degree of relevance in diverse ecological settings. The course is premised on the belief that the most important issue underlying a culturally inclusive society is a willingness of people to be more aware, knowledgeable, and accepting of difference. The course is designed for students who wish to engage in promoting analyses and rigorous critique of socio- psychological theories and to apply strategies that emanate from those theories. Issues relating to Maori and indigenous ways of knowing and practising will be explored.

30 points

Subject to approval of the Head of School

EDEM685