Roles
Powers
Curriculum alignment
- Earth Systems — Knowledge: Charles Cotton (1885–1970) advanced the study of New Zealand’s landforms and authored key texts in geomorphology that shaped geological education.
📚 Teacher Resource Notes
Purpose of this resource: Use this resource to support student learning and inquiry within the Y8 Systems Thinking unit.
Ngā Whāinga Ako — Learning Intentions
Students will engage with this resource to build understanding of systems, governance, and civic action in Aotearoa New Zealand, connecting to Te Ao Māori principles.
Ngā Paearu Angitū — Success Criteria
- ✅ Students can engage with the resource and apply its content to their understanding of systems, governance, or civic action.
📋 Teacher Planning Snapshot
Materials: This resource can be printed or used digitally. No additional materials required unless specified.
Differentiation: Provide sentence starters or word banks for students who need scaffold support. Extend capable learners by asking them to find a real-world NZ example that connects to this resource's theme. Support ELL students by pre-teaching key vocabulary before the activity.
Prior knowledge: Students should have completed the relevant lesson before using this resource, or it can serve as a standalone introduction.
📚 Teacher Resource Notes
Purpose: Use this resource to support student learning and inquiry within the Y8 Systems Thinking unit.