This course extends the range of research and inquiry methodologies required by kaiako to be effective teacher-researchers. They learn how to apply research and inquiry methodologies to improve practice in collaboration with their learning community. Ākonga are taught skills to critique a range of published research to assist them to improve their practice.
The focus of this course is on the practical implications of equity, diversity and inclusion in classrooms and the school environment.
This final professional experience placement allows ākonga to demonstrate that they meet the Teaching Standards (in a supported environment) and the expectations of the Teaching Council Code in Our Code Our Standards through an in-depth knowledge of, and critical engagement with these standards.
This online course examines the historical context in which te Tiriti o Waitangi was signed and how the effects of colonialism have impacted education and other outcomes for Māori. Ākonga will analyse why education inequalities for Māori learners and their whānau need to be urgently addressed and how they can bring about change in their professional roles.
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.
This course builds on ākonga understanding of high-quality early childhood teaching. Ākonga will continue to develop their understanding of the Te Whāriki approach to learning and teaching, including assessment and planning approaches.
In this online course ākonga analyse curriculum and assessment language and approaches in Aotearoa focusing on the New Zealand Curriculum Levels 1-4. They explore common elements of the New Zealand Curriculum (the front end) and the synergies and differences between four curriculum areas: English, Arts, Health and Physical Education and Learning languages.
