PTC 9 - Tangata Whenuatanga: Diversity

Criteria 9:

Respond effectively to the diverse language and cultural experiences, and the varied strengths, interests and needs of individuals and groups of ākonga

i. demonstrate knowledge and understanding of social and cultural influences on learning, by working effectively in the bicultural and multicultural contexts of learning in Aotearoa New Zealand

ii. select teaching approaches, resources, technologies and learning and assessment activities that are inclusive and effective for diverse ākonga

iii. modify teaching approaches to address the needs of individuals and groups of 

ākonga

Tataiako -  cultural competency

Tangata Whenuatangata:  

Affirms Māori earners as Māori – provides contexts for learning where the identity, language and culture (‘cultural locatedness’) of Māori learners and their whanau is affirmed