Enriching Curriculum through Indigenous Perspectives
Learn from qualified experiential educators as to how sustainable practices in education can be informed by the Māori indigenous worldview.
We would love to host you on an inspirational, connecting and uplifting experience that will empower you with renewed energy and beautiful new perspectives to infuse throughout your work with students.
15 June - 24 June | 13 - 22 July
US$4,500pp
Program Description
Join us at Experiential Education New Zealand (ExpedNZ) for a transformative and inspirational, field-based program in Te Tauihu o Te Waka-a-Māui – The Top of the South Island.
Designed specifically for education professionals wanting to explore the power of place-based learning, in an experiential manner to empower action and connection to the environment through experiences informed by Te Āo Māori - the unique indigenous world-view of the Māori people.
Learning Objectives
- Cultural Understanding: Develop a deeper understanding of Māori values, tikanga (customs), and mātauranga Māori (knowledge systems), incorporating kaitiakitanga (guardianship) to promote cultural and environmental responsibility in education.
- Connection to Whenua: Build a personal and professional connection to the natural environment, emphasizing place-based education that fosters environmental awareness and resilience to climate challenges.
- Nature Connection Education: Gain knowledge and strategies for teaching that encourage, life-long connection to the environment, including sustainable practices, ecological restoration, and engaging students in real-world environmental solutions.
- Experiential Learning Skills: Learn to use outdoor experiential learning activities to engage students in teamwork and problem-solving to promote confidence and resilience.
- Collaborative Workshops: Be facilitated in the co-creation of culturally inclusive, nature-based lesson plans that are transferable to educators’ home contexts.
Accommodation
- Mix of single, twin-share, and shared-room options
- Unique marae stay in a traditional Māori meeting house
- Shared bathroom facilities in some locations (may be in a separate building)
- Designed to foster connection and cultural immersion
Activities
Waka Ama
Experience a tradiational Māori canoe in the Abel Tasman National Park
Visits to Sites of Cultural Significance
An immersive story-telling experience in nature
Cultural Workshops
Experience a pōwhiri (traditional welcome) onto one of our active local marae (if available) and take part in tikanga (Māori protocol).
Day Hiking
Moderate day-hiking to local sights of natural beauty and informative sessions on our environment
Cost Inclusions
Full payment is required by Apr 21 2025. Cancellation policies will be detailed on the invoice.
- All in-programme transport & accommodation (incl. Nelson airport transfers)
- Shared meals and cooking experiences (some meals at own cost)
- Facilitation, specialist equipment & safety management
- Cultural workshops, environmental activities, and guided experiences
Not included: International flights, NZ International Visitor Levy, insurance. (Direct daily flights are available from Los Angeles, San Francisco, Houston, Chicago, JFK, and Vancouver to Auckland, with a short 90-minute connection to Nelson.)
Not-for-profit
Ethical & Sustainable
