9 Tikanga Māori
9TKM Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Ms N. Black, Whaea A. Mikaere.
Year 9 Tikanga Māori
This is a 10-week course compulsory for all year 9 students at Glenfield College.
This course is an introduction to Te Ao Māori and some main aspects of the culture. These include and are not limited to pōwhiri, kaitiakitanga, haka, waiata, weaving and a beginner level of the language. This enables students to have a greater understanding of the indigenous culture unique to Aotearoa and to explore why, when and how certain aspects are done.
Learning Areas:
Pathway
The study of Te Ao Māori offers graduates the ability to pursue careers, such as teaching, research, archives, property, administration, policy advice, television, radio, acting, health work and social work. The knowledge of Te Ao Māori is becoming an asset to hold for many career pathways.
Career PathwaysHoliday Park Manager, Acupuncturist, Office Administrator, Receptionist, Veterinary Nurse, Aquaculture Farmer, Arborist, Police Officer, Army Officer, Artist, Film and Video Editor, Meat/Seafood Process Worker, Auctioneer, Sound Technician, Author, Cafe Worker, Courier/Delivery Agent, Earthmoving Machine Operator, Outdoor Recreation Guide/Instructor, Taxi Driver/Chauffeur, Flight Attendant, Waiter/Waitress, Motor Vehicle Salesperson, Counsellor, Carpenter, Dental Assistant, Retail Sales Assistant, Cleaner, Trainer, Interpreter, Pharmacy Technician, Musician, Storeperson, Data Entry Operator/Transcriptionist, Customs Broker/Freight Forwarder, Customs Officer, Driving Instructor, Personal Assistant, Early Childhood Teacher, Electrician, Primary School Teacher, Nanny/Child Carer, Tertiary Lecturer, Private Teacher/Tutor, Youth Worker, Teacher Aide
Contributions and Equipment/StationeryStationery Required for this course: Green 20 page clear file and a device.