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Kōrero pūrākau in the classroom

A workshop on kōrero pūrākau can provide a fun and inspiring learning context through which to engage with students and help them explore important life themes and key messages. Here are some ideas to get you started.

Getting whānau involved

Kōrero pūrākau can provide a fun and friendly context through which whānau can share in and contribute to their children’s preparation for their future pathways.

Why myths and legends?

Storytelling is an enjoyable and entertaining way to pass on values and lessons. Learn more about why myths and legends can be useful in the classroom.

The magic of myths

The magic of myths online resource provides teachers, kaiako and career educators with tools and tips about using kōrero pūrākau or Māori myths and legends to connect with students about their future pathways. This resource can also help you share the magic of kōrero pūrākau with whānau, and help parents connect with their children about their future directions.

Myths and Te Marautanga

Workshops based on kōrero pūrākau can be incorporated in to a range of learning areas or wāhanga ako. Here are some examples to show how a workshop on kōrero pūrākau can link to Te Marautanga o Aotearoa.

Telecommunications Engineer | Mataaro Whitiwhiti Kōrero

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Telecommunications engineers design, test and build telecommunications networks and systems.

Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) | Kaiako Reo Pākehā (ki te Hunga Kōrero Reo Kē)

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Teachers of English to speakers of other languages (ESOL teachers) teach people from non-English speaking backgrounds how to speak, read and write English.