🌿 Cultural Assessment Framework
Authentic, culturally responsive assessment approaches for Te Ao Māori integration
Mātauranga Māori Assessment Principles
🌱 Tino Rangatiratanga
Self-determination in learning - students have agency in demonstrating their knowledge
🔗 Whakapapa
Assessment recognizes relationships between concepts, cultural knowledge, and personal connections
🤝 Manaakitanga
Assessment processes show care, respect, and hospitality toward learners
🌿 Kaitiakitanga
Guardianship of cultural knowledge - ensuring respectful use and representation
Culturally Responsive Assessment Methods
Oral Traditions & Storytelling
- Student-led presentations incorporating pūrākau (stories)
- Oral history projects connecting with whānau and community
- Performance assessments through whakataukī interpretation
Creative Expression
- Artistic representations of cultural concepts
- Multimedia projects combining traditional and digital media
- Collaborative works reflecting collective knowledge creation
Community Connection
- Projects that engage with local iwi and communities
- Assessment by cultural experts and kaumātua
- Real-world applications benefiting the community
Cultural Assessment Rubric
Cultural Authenticity
🌿 Nga Rauemi Tauwehe - External Resources
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Science Learning Hub
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Tāhūrangi - Te Reo Māori Education Hub
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