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  • General

  • 1 February - 7 February

    Kia Ora students and welcome back to school. I trust everyone had a good vacation and are recharged to  begin your new learning . The context for this term is called I RISE! 

    Im Global Studies we will explore  human rIghts issues from around the world and find ways to address these violations through social action. However, this week we will focus on understanding the Treaty of Waitangi( as a human rights document and the founding document of New Zealand.


    Treaty

    Success Criteria: I can/have...

         *Researched the cultural identity of Maori and British cultures from the past to the present

         *creatively design a digital cartoon or storyboard  that explores early settlers and the Treaty of Waitangi and         shows my values that connect with the Treaty.

    Activities:

    1. This week is an important one for our country as we celebrate the Treaty of Waitangi on the 6th of February. Your task is to research  a speech ( 2019 or 2020) delivered by our Prime Minster Jacinda Ardern and discuss the key messages she has delIvered on this monumental  day. What are your views on our Prime Ministers speech.
    2. Watch video on Early Maori cultures in NZ and answer the following questions; When did Maori people arrive in NZ and from which locations in the world.How did they arrive here. Describe the waka. Discuss the types of tribes found at that time and where did they settle. Discuss the foods Maori eat and how they collected as well as prepared traditional foods. Show the cultural dress/ music/ art and dance that is symbolic to them. What are the languages spoken. 
    3. Examine the conflict between British and Maori people.Also explain with images the meaning of the treaty of Waitaingi.
    4. Do you think Maori cultures identity today  is the same from few hundred years ago. Explain. Also show how the "west has influenced local Maori Identity.
    5. how does this treaty have greater significance to our multi- cultural society today. Think of values and connect  your reasons to this.This must be explored in good detail.
    6. Indicate your information on a story board. See example in the classroom.
    7. Can you express how Me in Team ties in with the Treaty of Waitangi.
    8. Resources: 



      The Maori - New Zealand in History

      www.canva.com › create › storyboards

      Free Online Storyboard Maker: Design a Custom Storyboard ...




      EXPLORE / TŪHURA

      EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

        • We are EXPLORING...to investigate students personalised immigration story and the vocabulary associated with this idea
        • We are EXPLORING...to research the Treaty of Waitangi and its significance for us today in NZ

  • 8 February - 14 February

    Kia ora...students and welcome to week 2.For this week I will discuss in detail the journey you will take in understanding I Rise and Human Rights. This is your NCEA assessment idea!. However, the teaching will focus on how COVID 19 resources like vaccines, masks, ventilators, hand sanitisers and other essential life supporting resources are not fairly distributed to people around the world and the impact this is having on humanity, economies and global relations.

    Human rights1

    Human Rights 2

    Success Criteria: I can/have...

    • understanding what is meant by I rise with links to human rights violations from around the world. 
    • List the many human rights problems that occurred in the past and continue to do so in many countries
    • Watch and understand the video on the Human Rights Declaration  of Human Rights.LINK THESE TO VIOLATIONS YOU ARE AWARE OFF. 

    Activities:

    1. Discuss and create a brainstorm of what is meant  by I Rise. To do this one must have fallen in order to Rise. Think of Human Rights violations that resulted in individuals, families, communities and nations that have been affected by injustices.
    2. Define Human rights and why do you think this is important. Watch the video on the United Nations human Rights Declaration. What are your views. 
    3. Write down what are your rights to Covid 19 resources( read article) 

      COVID-19 - Human Rights Commission

    4. Discussion then research on the case of Covid 19 : its source/ brutal impacts and consequences.When we hear of Covid 19, as New Zealanders we are fortunate to have a government that has mostly eliminated Covid 19 form our communities. We also fortunate to have access to clean water, masks and hand sanitisers. There s a system of compliance here. However have you ever wondered what the nations are facing not only as a result of Covid fatalities but the human rights violations a a result of " NO EQUAL DISTRIBUTION OF RESOURCES" to ensure health and safety.
    5. Research India/ Brazil and South Africa and the consequences of COVID 19. Think of the following when you discuss/ write  your ideas. Economic disparities, power corruption, unequal distribution of resources, information and awareness.
    6. Research resources( data/ posters/ newspaper links that indicate people are discriminated accordingly.
    7. How are people substituting as a way to survive. Think of home made hand sanitisers , masks, black market sales and so on.Is this a violation itself? 

    Resources

    Apr 2, 2020 — COVID-19: UN human rights chief “distressed” over plight of India's internal migrants, welcomes measures to limit impact. French | Spanish.



    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING...on the consequences of Covid 19 and its impacts on Human Rights eg inadequate distribution of health care equipment, racism etc.
    • We are FOCUSING... identifying and researching a case study approach to Human Rights Violations from around the world
    • We are FOCUSING...Explain critically the impacts s and consequences of the violations we choose to research
  • 15 February - 21 February

    Kia ora...students and welcome to week 3. This week I will introduce you to the NCEA RUBRIC on:Your Personal Involvement with a Social Justice and Human Rights Action.Your Topic should be finalised and your plan towards your research. must begin.

    UN DECLARATION

    Achievement Objectives: Human Rights: Understand how people define and seek human rights.

    Big Idea: I rise

    Learning Intentions: We are learning to (WALT)...

    * Explore our context: I RISE,   to our NCEA topic on Report on a personal involvement in a social justice and human rights action

    *Unpack all the NCEA requirement/ rubric  and timeframe 

    *Create groups for social action and Think of topics you will study for your NCEA

    *Review the template given to you as individual groups

    * Explore some ideas like Poverty/ human trafficking/Gangsterism/ Refugees/ Child Soldiers

    Success Criteria: I can/have...

    • understood the learning context I RISE  with specific links to my NCEA topic on: Personal involvement in a social justice and human rights action
    • understood the rubric/ criteria AND timeframe for my NCEA
    • Started to explore my individualised topic by following the template as my guide.

    Activities:

    1. Review in-depth the meaning of around the world with links to NCEA: Personal involvement in a social justice and human rights action.
    2. Examine the rubric and all criteria for NCEA.Define human rights...explore how your definition may be different to cultures abroad
    3. Define what is on the human rights and concepts that link with this concept.
    4. Why do you think human rights is necessary? Is this been practices equally throughout the world. Explore where human rights are not met.
    5. See documentary on Human Rights and provide your views.
    6. Research what is the UniversaL Declaration of human rights.
    7. See video on the UDHR
    8. Show examples of the abuse of people based on racial or gender discrimination, neglect of people whom experience poverty and famine, human trafficking, ethunasia or refugees
    9. Choose one idea that you can later explore in-depth, that you would work with in your groups. I will work with each team, providing guidance on topic and streamlined templates to work with
    10. Begin with your research, by using the template given.

    Resources:

    rubric

    united nations

    human rights definitions and concepts that link here

    Universal declaration of human rights

    maps

    video on UDHR and Human Rights abuse.

    Homework:
    Write here...

    Resources:

    OHCHR | What are Human Rights

    www.ohchr.org/EN/Issues/Pages/WhatareHumanRights.aspx
    www.humanrights.com/what-are-human-rights/

    Human Rights | United Nations

    www.un.org/en/sections/issues-depth/human-rights/

    Universal Declaration of Human Rights | United Nations

    www.un.org/en/universal-declaration-human-rights/




    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING...on the consequences of Covid 19 and its impacts on Human Rights eg inadequate distribution of health care equipment, racism etc.
    • We are FOCUSING... identifying and researching a case study approach to Human Rights Violations from around the world
    • We are FOCUSING...Explain critically the impacts s and consequences of the violations we choose to research
  • 22 February - 28 February

    Kia ora...students and welcome to week 4. The focus for this week is to work on your research file. Use the template ideas given below to support you. Also it is important that you resources are varied such as newspaper articles images/ statistics/political cartoons/ laws and polices/ video clips and many more. You must acknowledge the site of these resources in your Bibliography page.

    Human Rights 4

    Research


    Achievement Objectives: Human Rights: Understand how people define and seek human rights.

    Big Idea: NCEA: HUMAN RIGHTS

    Learning Intentions: We are learning to (WALT)...

    • research in-depth ideas that relate to our specific topic
    • use the template to document your ideas
    • research your social organisation you wish to address
    • apply critical evaluations
    • use a variety of resources
    • include a bibliography page

    Success Criteria: I can/have...

    • researched and documented in-depth my research topic using structure and critical thinking

    Activities:

    1. Refer to the  following template to help assist  with your research  file: introduction/ key concepts/ location/ history of the problem/ reasons for this human injustice/ impacts of the problem socially, culturally, economically, emotional. politically, historically ,globally , locally/ consequences/ the aftermath and comparison/ the role of government/ role of international support/ important individuals that made a difference/ your chosen social organisation and their aims, objectives. success and challenges/ key recommendations  for the future/ lessons learnt/ conclusions/ bibliography
    2. use many resources to unpack your ideas such as new paper articles/ political cartoons/ images/ statistics/ maps/ posters iconic letters and documents.
    3. Write with a critical thinking mindset.
    4. Examples used in class this week include: Covid 19 Patients and inequalities in healthcare. Child labour in India and Poverty in Africa.
    5. Completion of research this week and uploaded in a file on desk top.

    Homework:

    Read on what is social action and ideas for your group to explore.

    Teams and NCEA TOPICS

    teams

    Resources:

    Child Labour - Unicef NZ

    https://www.unicef.org.nz/around-the-world/child-labour

    Child Labour - International Labour Organization

    www.ilo.org › ILO home › Topics

    Child labour | Child protection from violence, exploitation and abuse ...

    https://www.unicef.org/protection/57929_child_labour.html

    Poverty — Our Africa

    www.our-africa.org/poverty

    While Poverty in Africa Has Declined, Number of Poor Has Increased

    www.worldbank.org/en/region/afr/publication/poverty-rising-africa-poverty-report

    Africa Hunger Facts, Africa Poverty Facts - World Hunger News

    https://www.worldhunger.org/africa-hunger-poverty-facts/


  • 1 March - 7 March

    Kia ora...students and welcome to week 5. The focus for this week is to complete you research file. Use the template ideas given below to support you. Also it is important that you resources are varied such as newspaper articles images/ statistics/political cartoons/ laws and polices/ video clips and many more. You must acknowledge the site of these resources in your Bibliography page.

    Research 2


    Achievement Objectives: Human Rights: Understand how people define and seek human rights.

    Big Idea: NCEA: HUMAN RIGHTS

    Learning Intentions: We are learning to (WALT)...

    • research in-depth ideas that relate to our specific topic
    • use the template to document your ideas
    • research your social organisation you wish to address
    • apply critical evaluations
    • use a variety of resources
    • include a bibliography page

    Success Criteria: I can/have...

    • researched and documented in-depth my research topic using structure and critical thinking

    Activities:

    1. Refer to the  following template to help assist  with your research  file: introduction/ key concepts/ location/ history of the problem/ reasons for this human injustice/ impacts of the problem socially, culturally, economically, emotional. politically, historically ,globally , locally/ consequences/ the aftermath and comparison/ the role of government/ role of international support/ important individuals that made a difference/ your chosen social organisation and their aims, objectives. success and challenges/ key recommendations  for the future/ lessons learnt/ conclusions/ bibliography
    2. use many resources to unpack your ideas such as new paper articles/ political cartoons/ images/ statistics/ maps/ posters iconic letters and documents.
    3. Write with a critical thinking mindset.
    4. Examples used in class this week include: Child labour in India and Poverty in Africa.
    5. Completion of research this week and uploaded in a file on desk top.

    Homework:

    Read on what is social action and ideas for your group to explore.

    Resources:

    Child Labour - Unicef NZ

    https://www.unicef.org.nz/around-the-world/child-labour

    Child Labour - International Labour Organization

    www.ilo.org › ILO home › Topics

    Child labour | Child protection from violence, exploitation and abuse ...

    https://www.unicef.org/protection/57929_child_labour.html

    Poverty — Our Africa

    www.our-africa.org/poverty

    While Poverty in Africa Has Declined, Number of Poor Has Increased

    www.worldbank.org/en/region/afr/publication/poverty-rising-africa-poverty-report

    Africa Hunger Facts, Africa Poverty Facts - World Hunger News

    https://www.worldhunger.org/africa-hunger-poverty-facts/


  • 8 March - 14 March

    Kia ora students. Your focus is to carry out your social action activity as a team.

    social action

    social Action 2

    Achievement Objectives: Human Rights: Understand how people define and seek human rights.

    Big Idea: I Rise

    Learning Intentions: We are learning to (WALT)...

    • work as a team and implement our social action
    • ensure all resources are finalised for delivery of social action
    • contact all networks  and organisations that that would enable our message to be more heard and understood
    • document with evidence our experience taking note of both positives and challenges
    • understanding your personal involvement and the change you have made with your human rights issue

    Success Criteria: I can/have...

    • delivered our social action as a team
    • documented the journey from planning to practice thus acknowledging positives and negatives

    Activities:

    1. By working  as a team, finalise all resources required to carry out your social action. These include websites/ posters/surveys/ interviews/ bracelets/ clothing/dress technology required.
    2. Create a time frame / plan on how and where you are carrying out your social action. MAKE SURE THE NECESSARY CONTACTS/ NETWORKS ARE AWARE OF YOUR DELIVERY. Get permission where required.
    3. Deliver your social action activity. Take pictures and document your journey and outcome
    4. Your message must be clear and an agent of change/ hope/ awareness and discovery in some cases.
    5. Think of your personal involvement in great detail. What was your contribution. Reflect on why did you choose this social action/ what are the benefits and fundamental impacts. Explain in detail who listened and supported you. Think of your challenges and journey of struggles here. What did you learn,
    6. How would you have done this better. Consider what you would have changed, to be more effective.
    7. Think of an alternative social action that would be just as effective.
    8. Make sure through photographs you document your personal involvement as well as team efforts.
    9. Must be completed this week!

    Homework:
    Read NCEA REOPT TEMPLATE!!



  • 15 March - 21 March

    Kia ora...students. This week your focus is to work on your report. Ideas that include your personal involvement with your social action is necessary to be documented/ analysed here.

    Change

    Achievement Objectives: Human Rights: Understand how people define and seek human rights.

    Big Idea: I Rise

    Learning Intentions: We are learning to (WALT)...

    • Reflect on my personal involvement with my social  action and write a report
    • consider all positive and negative experiences during this journey
    • discuss your social  organisation
    • provide an alternative social action

    Success Criteria: I can/have...

    • began to write my report based on my social action as a team and my personal involvement

    Activities:

    1. Reflect on your data/ log book/ photographic evidence and other documentation that would help you write your report.
    2. Your report must include the following: 

      In your report:

      Write well using social science concepts and that directly related to your human rights issue.
      • provide background information about the issue. Remember to use your research file

      • describe the social action your group chose and its intended outcome

      • reflect on your involvement in the action, including:

      • what you did (personal involvement)

      • an evaluation of the effectiveness of the action.

        • Describe and discuss advantages/disadvantages of your social justice and human rights action.

        • Effectiveness in address issue/intended outcome

        • Describe and discuss advantages/disadvantages of alternative social justice and human rights actions (related to the issue) that you could have taken.

    Homework:
    Write here...



    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

    • We are PLANNING... to carry out a social action so that we can bring awareness to the issue
    • We are planning to demonstrate our social action to apply critical thinking in the solutions we come up with.
  • 22 March - 28 March

    Kia ora...students. This week your focus is to FINALISE on your report. Ideas that include your personal involvement with your social action is necessary to be documented/ analysed here.

    Social Justice

    Achievement Objectives: Human Rights: Understand how people define and seek human rights.

    Big Idea: I Rise

    Learning Intentions: We are learning to (WALT)...

    • Reflect on my personal involvement with my social  action and write a report
    • consider all positive and negative experiences during this journey
    • discuss your social  organisation
    • provide an alternative social action

    Success Criteria: I can/have...

    • began to write my report based on my social action as a team and my personal involvement

    Activities:

    1. Reflect on your data/ log book/ photographic evidence and other documentation that would help you write your report.
    2. Your report must include the following: 

      In your report:

      Write well using social science concepts and that directly related to your human rights issue.
      • provide background information about the issue. Remember to use your research file

      • describe the social action your group chose and its intended outcome

      • reflect on your involvement in the action, including:

      • what you did (personal involvement)

      • an evaluation of the effectiveness of the action.

        • Describe and discuss advantages/disadvantages of your social justice and human rights action.

        • Effectiveness in address issue/intended outcome

        • Describe and discuss advantages/disadvantages of alternative social justice and human rights actions (related to the issue) that you could have taken.

    3. report

    4. USE THE TEMPLATE ABOVE TO SHOWCASE YOUR REPORT IDEAS WRITTEN IN DETAIL.

    Homework:
    Write here...



    REFLECT / WHAIWHAKAARO

    REFLECT / WHAIWHAKAARO learning intentions:

    • We are REFLECTING...on the problems we experienced as a team with research as well as carrying out the social action
    • WE are reflecting the challenges we had overcome in order to have a successful outcome.
    • WE are reflecting on the ethical implications required when conducting research as well as demonstrating a social action
  • 29 March - 4 April

    Kia ora...students. For this week you will research and examine how gender discrimination and religion may play a role in human rights violations. Special interest is given to the case of Malala.

    Achievement Objectives: Enter AO's here

    Big Idea: I RISE!!!

    Learning Intentions: We are learning to (WALT)...

    • to explore human rights violation by examining gender discrimination 
    • examining in detail the case of Malala and her uprising 

    Success Criteria: I can/have...

    • understood key examples of gender discrimination and its consequences
    • examined in detail the case of Malala and the consequences of her shooting.

    Activities:

    1. What is gender discrimination and why is this a violation.
    2. Research two newspaper articles that highlights women been violated by cultural laws or mal practices.
    3. Expalin how women have been violated in various ways in society. Consider the exprssions of discrimination in thier homes, work place and spcity at large. What are your views.
    4. See image of women's struggle and empowerment of the years. See images on the first women in the wolrd ( ie New Zealand) that were allowed to vote!Express what the world would look like if this mildstone moment did not occur.
    5. Research in detail the case study of Malala. Express your views on this historical incident. How has she used her traumatic event for the betterment of global society today.
    6. Watch documentary on Malala. Write important points as part of your research here.

    Reuurces:

    Malala's Story | Malala Fund

    https://www.malala.org/malalas-story
    give Malala every opportunity that a boy would have.

    Malala Yousafzai: Pakistan activist, 14, shot in Swat - BBC News

    www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-19882799

    I Am Malala: The Girl Who Stood Up for Education and Was Shot by ...

    https://www.amazon.com/Am-Malala-Stood-Education-Taliban/dp/0316322407

    Homework:
    Write here...



  • 5 April - 11 April

    Creative session: Video/ poster/ cartoon strip  or role play activity on a human rights violation( other than the one you have resaerched.

    Ideas inlcude: Organ trade/ child labour/ and refugees that face discrimnation, lack of national idenity.

    Working in your teams to carete your idea and showcase tyse in the third session i meet you this week. You may use sattire/ humour and scarism to make your messgae more poweful. Idea is to create awareness in an interesting way. 


  • 12 April - 18 April

    Kia ora...students and welcome to week 10.. This week we will examine New Zealand Wars with reference to the Anzacs that fought in Gallipoli. Anzac day is commemorated on the 25th of April and I am hoping you will explore your leaning that will also contribute to the significance and memory of NZ soldiers that had fought in this war. 

    Also we will do a reflective cycle  of the terms learning.

    ANZAC DAY

    Success Criteria: I can/have...

    • Researched and examined the history and significance of Anzac Day.

    Activities:

                1) Watch the video on the Gallipoli war and express you views on this historical event. 

    2) Research the history of ANZAC DAY and create a powerpoint on the information you gather.Use the following template as a guide: Introduction/ reasons for soldiers from NZ and Australia supporting Britain/ Arrival into Gallipoli/ the war and aftermath/ your views.

    3) Research news paper articles from this time that highlights the war. What key information did you discover. Addd this information to your powerpoint.

    4) Create a time line of events using photographic material of the war. Choose at least 5 images and write a brief summary of what the photo entails. 

    5) Create a poppy and write a poem in dedication to the soldier that served New Zealand.

    6) By using key words that link with values, explain how ANZAC soldiers supported each other and got through together. eg: friendship... strong bonds with soldiers on Truce day where soldiers from opposing sides dropped their weapons and got together for a moment of brotherhood!

    7) Complete  the  ANZAC Day cross word finder in the folder.( Extension lesson)

    1. Resources:

      https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DxTKqldkyik


      Anzac Day - Anzac Day | NZHistory, New Zealand history online

      https://nzhistory.govt.nz/war/anzac-day/introduction

      The ceremony - Anzac Day | NZHistory, New Zealand history online

      https://nzhistory.govt.nz/war/anzac-day/overview

      NZ Army - Anzac Day

      www.army.mil.nz › Culture & History

    Homework:
    Write here...


    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING...Research the treaty of Waitangi and early immigration of Maori in New Zealand
    • We are EXPLORING...Discover new terminology on connections we make and immigration
    • We are EXPLORING...research war and conflict in New Zealand


  • 19 April - 25 April

  • 26 April - 2 May

  • 3 May - 9 May

    Kia ora...students and welcome to term 2. You have an exciting new context for this term, titled INFINITY and BEYOND. For this idea we will explore our solar systems, the history of space travel, space mining,  controversial stories linked to space, the autobiographies of astronauts,  as well as create an  innovative model to showcase if there where life on another planet!!!

    space

    space

    Success Criteria: I can/have...

    • I have understood what our solar systems looks like and the may concepts linked to space and time
    • I have an understanding of how our solar system influences seasons on earth.

    Activities:

    1. Watch the video on our solar system. Write down key words that you have heard.
      A fascinating tour through our solar system, based on NASA's Science on a Sphere program.
    2. Also, based on the video create a simple representation of the solar system that gives you an understanding of the planets and their order from the sun. In pairs make a poster of the solar system encourage you  to conduct research and learn more about the physical characteristics of each planet.You may use canva .com to design your poster.
    3. Let us brainstorm words that link with space and time. Read this links to support you

      Solar System - Vocabulary List : Vocabulary.com

    Space Word Wall Vocabulary - Teach Starter
    4) Discover how did the solar system form? Provide a short summary of your research.Think of ideas linked to the big bang theory.

    Link your ideas to The Big Bang Theory: How the Universe Began | Live Science. Class discussion on this theory. Do you have an alternative theory?

    5) Discover how does the solar system impact on seasons on earth.

    Watch this video to develope your understanding:

    Read these links to find some information.

    What Causes Seasons on Earth? - TimeAndDate.com

    The Reason for the Seasons | National Geographic Society


    Homework:
    Write a plan to create you diorama. Start collecting the resources you require to design this.




    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING...key vocabulary and definitions linked to infinity and beyond with links to space and the galaxy.
    • We are EXPLORING...to research what does our solar system looks like. Also understanding what my exist beyond our solar system.
    • We are EXPLORING...o question if the big bang theory supports how our solar solar began. Or are there alternative theories.
  • 10 May - 16 May

    Kia ora...students and welcome  to week two. For this week we will explore our understanding on the history of space travel.

    space 3

    Success Criteria: I can/have...

    • understood the locations of the important space stations around the world and the influence of NASA
    • examined the history of space travel  landing of the first man on the moon
    • researched early inventions to help our understanding of space as well as evolution of inventions made over time
    • researched the first rocket launched and the first man jumping from space

    Activities:

    1. Which countries have space stations. What the purpose of space stations?Which country has the best space technology. Read this article ti help you find some information
    2. Where is NASA. What is the role of NASA/ List ways in which NASA has contributed to space science knowledge/ technology.See this video: 
      11:30 a.m. – International Space Station Expedition 63 in-flight interviews with CBS News, CNN and Fox News ...
      Jun 8, 2020 - Uploaded by NASA

    3. Show  a time line of inventions linked to space science.Think of why this inventions were important/ How did it influence us today. Read these articles to support you: 


    Timeline of space exploration - Wikipedia


    Timeline: 50 Years of Spaceflight | Space


    4. Research the first man on the moon. Class discussion on this historical event. Do you think it was staged or real? Your views. Watch these video's: 
    About 2,390,000 results (0.29 seconds) 
    space 4

    Begin creating your model on life on another planet, at home.



  • 17 May - 23 May

    Kia ora...students and welcome to week 3.Our Focus this week is to research ideas that link to space mining.

    space2

    space 2

    Success Criteria: I can/have...

    • I have understood the meaning of space mining
    • I have determined the importance of this new scientific activity
    • Determine the economic and technological benefits it may propose
    • Predict the challenges and harm space mining may induce

    Activities:

    1. Can you imaging a world where we have active exploration into space, taking away the various materials that maybe present there? Research in depth the definition of space mining
    2. When did this activity first occur and by whom?
    3. How does space mining occur. Research the process from political consencus to actioning this in space.Which companies are responsible for this activity.
    4. Discuss the various importance it may bring to our planet or people. Think of economic, technological and political benefits.
    5. Do you think this activity may pose harm or challenges. Research your ideas on the problems associated. This of scientific flaws. ethics violations etc.Read this article to support you
    6. and watch this video:
      Space mining could generate a massive resources boom. ... volley – and a deliberately vague one at that – in this ...
      Apr 17, 2016 - Uploaded by Planetary Resources
    7. Produce your work on a presentation slide show.
    8. Watch these video's and provide your views:
      Asteroids can be huge, and they're almost everywhere in space. Asteroid mining could yield materials like ...
      Aug 14, 2019 - Uploaded by Seeker

    Its latest title allows companies in the country to exploit space mining and the appropriation of asteroids and ...
    Jan 2, 2019 - Uploaded by NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

    Homework:
    Write here...



    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING...on identifying the various space travels into space and develop an understanding of the various discoveries made. These include science and technological discoveries.
    • We are FOCUSING...explaining and enhancing our understanding of space mining and pace tourism
    • We are FOCUSING...on developing our knowledge if there id life on another planet or solar system.
  • 24 May - 30 May

    Kia ora...students and welcome to week 4. For this week we will explore and examine if there is life on another planet. How much do we Know and what are the science behind these discoveries. Also we will debate that despite evidence presented ? is this idea real or fantasy and why?

    Success Criteria: I can/have...

    • Researched  discoveries made if there might be life on another planet
    • Critically evaluated these discoveries in belief systems: what can be real and what might be fake news or ideas
    • I have participated in a class debate about this idea

    Activities:

    1. Do Now Activity:Cartoon Analysis: Interpret the images below according to the following: Title/ Message/ Interpretation/ Your ViewsTrump 1    

    Cartoon China 1

    2. Read these articles  to determine  if there is actually life on other planets. Do you think the exploration by Kelper helps us understand if there might be intelligent life elsewhere. Write your response in s short summary. You may discuss as a table group before you write your summary.

    Is there life on other planets? - Exoplanet Exploration - NASA

    Extraterrestrial life probably exists. How do we search for aliens?


    3) Scientist have discovered various interesting information about the possibility of life on pluto. It was found that a snow snail exists in the midst of the rocky and icy planet, and that there are active volcanoes that release ice. Do you think the suggestion of life been present here is true? What alternative suggestions do you have about this theory>

    Read the article below to support your views 


    Is There Alien Life On Pluto? Liquid Ocean The Size Of Texas ...


    Life inside Pluto? Dwarf planet's hot birth may have created ...


    4) Watch the videos below and provide discussions if there were life on another planet.

    How are we looking and listening for intelligent life? Viewers like you help make PBS (Thank you ) . Support your local PBS ...
    CC
    5) AS a team you are encouraged to start planning to create your model that showcases if there were life on another planet. Think of what planet or solar system you would choose and why? Refer to the document emailed to you that has step by step instructions and resources.
    NASA said its Kepler spacecraft has spotted "Earth's bigger, older cousin": the first nearly Earth-size planet to be found in a ...


    Homework:
    Write here...



  • 31 May - 6 June

    Kia ora...students and welcome to week 5. For this week we will continue to resaerch and examine if there is life on another planet. How much do we Know and what are the science behind these discoveries. Also we will debate that despite evidence presented ? is this idea real or fantasy and why?

    Success Criteria: I can/have...

    • Researched  discoveries made if there might be life on another planet
    • Critically evaluated these discoveries in belief systems: what can be real and what might be fake news or ideas
    • I have participated in a class debate about this idea

    Activities:

    1. Do Now Activity:Cartoon Analysis: Interpret the images below according to the following: Title/ Message/ Interpretation/ Your ViewsTrump 1    

    Cartoon China 1

    2. Read these articles  to determine  if there is actually life on other planets. Do you think the exploration by Kelper helps us understand if there might be intelligent life elsewhere. Write your response in s short summary. You may discuss as a table group before you write your summary.

    Is there life on other planets? - Exoplanet Exploration - NASA

    Extraterrestrial life probably exists. How do we search for aliens?


    3) Scientist have discovered various interesting information about the possibility of life on pluto. It was found that a snow snail exists in the midst of the rocky and icy planet, and that there are active volcanoes that release ice. Do you think the suggestion of life been present here is true? What alternative suggestions do you have about this theory>

    Read the article below to support your views 


    Is There Alien Life On Pluto? Liquid Ocean The Size Of Texas ...


    Life inside Pluto? Dwarf planet's hot birth may have created ...


    4) Watch the videos below and provide discussions if there were life on another planet.

    How are we looking and listening for intelligent life? Viewers like you help make PBS (Thank you ) . Support your local PBS ...
    CC
    5) AS a team you are encouraged to start planning to create your model that showcases if there were life on another planet. Think of what planet or solar system you would choose and why? Refer to the document emailed to you that has step by step instructions and resources.
    NASA said its Kepler spacecraft has spotted "Earth's bigger, older cousin": the first nearly Earth-size planet to be found in a ...


    Homework:
    Write here...



    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

      • We are PLANNING... to create a model that represents life on another planet.so that we can demonstrate our innovative and creative skills.
      • We are planning to create a comic strip that links with this model so that we can share our ideas with others .
  • 7 June - 13 June

    Kia ora...students and welcome to week 6, iFor this week you will explore and focus on the idea Space Tourism. 


    space 1

    space

    Success Criteria: I can/have...

    • Understood the definition of this concept 
    • Distinguished the difference between tourism and a tourist
    • Examined what is the virgin Galactic
    • Researched  the economic impacts space tourism may bring to a country
    • Indicated my view on the pros and cons of space travel

    Activities:

    1. In your view what is space tourism. Research the deeper meaning of this concept.
    2. When did this idea take off and for what reasons?
    3. Define what is a tourist and the definition of tourism? Do you think these concepts ideally link to space tourism? Why?
    4. Research the Virgin Galactic. Provide a short summary on this expedition.Watch this to support your answer: 
      We are the world's first commercial spaceline and vertically integrated aerospace company. With our sister ...
      Jun 25, 2017 - Uploaded by Virgin Galactic

    5. What could be the various benefits space tourism could bring  to a country> ie consider the economic, social, political and scientific benefits.

      The Economic Benefits of Space Tourism - NASA/ADS

    6. Also consider the challenges space tourism can bring onto people, the environment, economic challenges and possible treats to space? Consider examining the concept" Leaving behind a carbon foot print in space?
    7. See these video and provide your views: 
      About 260,000,000 results (0.41 seconds) 
    8. Read this article and  on space tourism  and also indicate your view points ie in support or against this idea:
      About 6,860,000 results (0.43 seconds) 
    9. Fun activity: 

    Homework:
    Write here...



    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

      • We are PLANNING... to create a model that represents life on another planet.so that we can demonstrate our innovative and creative skills.
      • We are planning to create a comic strip that links with this model so that we can share our ideas with others .
  • 14 June - 20 June

    Kia ora...students and welcome to week7. I hope you are all doing well and determined to continue with our tasks for Global Studies.This week the focus is to create your model ie Life on another planet. 

    Alien


    Success Criteria: I can/have...

    • I am working with my team showing positive Collaborative strategies
    • I have documented my collaboration in a log book
    • I am contributing to the team to create a model and poster that shows an understanding  if their is of Life on another planet

    Activities:

     1) Research if there is life on another planet. Even if you disagree with this idea, the aim is to prompt creative thinking and what are the possibilities.

    2) You are to work in collaboration with your team, where each member has an equal duty allocated.You are required to keep a log book to document your role, tasks completed, challenges met and how you have overcome these challenges.

    3) Your model must be unique, interesting and with clear labels

    4) Also create an information tag or poster that discusses your model in brief.

    5) For tis task, use materials from home, recycled or redesigned materials that would be beneficial to you. Do not share equipment or materials and practice the safe distancing rules.

    6)Refer to you plan that was completed in the term.

    Resources:


    Life on other planets? | The University of Chicago Magazine


    Does intelligent life exist on other planets? Technosignatures …


    Are Aliens Real? Is There Life on Other Planets?






  • 21 June - 27 June

    Kia ora...students and welcome to week 8. For this week you will explore and focus on the idea Space Tourism. 


    space 1

    space

    Success Criteria: I can/have...

    • Understood the definition of this concept 
    • Distinguished the difference between tourism and a tourist
    • Examined what is the virgin Galactic
    • Researched  the economic impacts space tourism may bring to a country
    • Indicated my view on the pros and cons of space travel

    Activities:

    1. In your view what is space tourism. Research the deeper meaning of this concept.
    2. When did this idea take off and for what reasons?
    3. Define what is a tourist and the definition of tourism? Do you think these concepts ideally link to space tourism? Why?
    4. Research the Virgin Galactic. Provide a short summary on this expedition.Watch this to support your answer: 
      We are the world's first commercial spaceline and vertically integrated aerospace company. With our sister ...
      Jun 25, 2017 - Uploaded by Virgin Galactic

    5. What could be the various benefits space tourism could bring  to a country> ie consider the economic, social, political and scientific benefits.

      The Economic Benefits of Space Tourism - NASA/ADS

    6. Also consider the challenges space tourism can bring onto people, the environment, economic challenges and possible treats to space? Consider examining the concept" Leaving behind a carbon foot print in space?
    7. See these video and provide your views: 
      About 260,000,000 results (0.41 seconds) 
    8. Read this article and  on space tourism  and also indicate your view points ie in support or against this idea:
      About 6,860,000 results (0.43 seconds) 
    9. Fun activity: 

    Homework:
    Write here...



  • 28 June - 4 July

    Kia ora...students and welcome to week 9. For the next two weeks we will focus on ideas wrIting skills for your common assessment task( term 4 exam) This will involve writing paragraphs,  that shows the pros and cons of a topic!

    Pros and cons

    Success Criteria: I can/have...

    • I have researched  how to write using paragraphs that shows the pros and cons of the topic
    • I have researched my topic idea 
    • I have created a plan about the structure and ideas I wish to have in my paragraph

    Activities:

    1. We will practice writing a debate that shows the pros and cons of a topic.The topic we will practice for this week is: Should teenagers be allowed to attain a drivers license at age 15 OR Should New Zealand legalise  the death penalty!
    2. When you're writing a pros and cons essay, you must follow two important guidelines.
      • Choose a debatable topic. ...
      • Give equal weight to both the pros and the cons. ...
      • Research your topic. ...
      • Brainstorm a pros and cons list. ...
      • Organize your thoughts into an outline. ...
      • Write a great introductory paragraph.

    3. Use these template as  a guide to write your essay:
    4. essay

    Homework:
    Write here...



  • 5 July - 11 July

    Kia ora...students and welcome to week 10. We continue to  focus on ideas wrIting skills for your common assessment task( term 4 exam) This will involve writing paragraphs,  that shows the pros and cons of a topic!

    Pros and cons

    Success Criteria: I can/have...

    • I have researched  how to write using paragraphs that shows the pros and cons of the topic
    • I have researched my topic idea 
    • I have created a plan about the structure and ideas I wish to have in my paragraph

    Activities:

    1. We will practice writing a debate that shows the pros and cons of a topic.The topic we will practice for this week is: Should teenagers be allowed to attain a drivers license at age 15 OR Should New Zealand legalise  the death penalty!
    2. When you're writing a pros and cons essay, you must follow two important guidelines.
      • Choose a debatable topic. ...
      • Give equal weight to both the pros and the cons. ...
      • Research your topic. ...
      • Brainstorm a pros and cons list. ...
      • Organize your thoughts into an outline. ...
      • Write a great introductory paragraph.

    3. Use these template as  a guide to write your essay:
    4. essay

    Homework:
    Write here...



    REFLECT / WHAIWHAKAARO

    REFLECT / WHAIWHAKAARO learning intentions:

    • We are REFLECTING...on our understanding on the various innovations made to space science and critique its relevance to us and future generations.( eg space mining and space pollution)
    • Think of problems encountered in our learning and the ways we resolved these.
    • Ere are reflecting on the model we created and the challenges experienced to create this
  • 12 July - 18 July

  • 19 July - 25 July

  • 26 July - 1 August

    Kia ora...students and welcome to term 3.. For the next few weeks we will research and focus our learning on the Treaty of Waitangi as well as New Zealand Government systems. For this week,  will examine the treaty of Waitangi, it's significance today and explore how our values may link to the treaty. 

    Treaty


    Success Criteria: I can/have...

    • Researched the cultural identity of Maori and British cultures from the past to the present
    • creatively design a digital story board that explore s early settlers and the Treaty of Waitangi and shows my values that connect with the Treaty

    Activities:

    1. Watch video on Early Maori cultures in NZ and answer the following questions; When did Maori people arrive in NZ and from which locations in the world.How did they arrive here. Describe the waka. Discuss the types of tribes found at that time and where did they settle. Discuss the foods Maori eat and how they collected as well as prepared traditional foods. Show the cultural dress/ music/ art and dance that is symbolic to them. What are the languages spoken. 
    2. Examine the conflict between British and Maori people.Also explain with images the meaning of the treaty of Waitaingi.
    3. Do you think Maori cultures identity today  is the same from few hundred years ago. Explain. Also show how the "west has influenced local Maori Identity.
    4. how does this treaty have greater significance to our multi- cultural society today. Think of values and connect  your reasons to this.This must be explored in good detail.
    5. Indicate your information on a story board. See example in the classroom.

    Resources: 



    The Maori - New Zealand in History

    www.canva.com › create › storyboards


    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING...the Treaty of Waitangi: history of events, consequences thereafter and significance today
    • We are EXPLORING...New Zealand government Systems: The crown, role of government and local communities
    • We are EXPLORING...global events that changed the world/ society eg WW2, Vietnam World America vs Japan War and Natural disasters
  • 2 August - 8 August

    Kia ora...For session 1 this  week we will engage with reading activities on the Treaty of Waitangi from the website: https://www.tepapa.govt.nz/discover-collections/read-watch-play/maori/treaty-waitangi.During session 2 you will look at NZ parliament time line from the website: https://www.parliament.nz/timeline/index.html.

    NZ

    Success Criteria: I can/have...

    • To understand the  history of the treaty of Watiangi and its relevance today in NZ,
    • To research and understand NZ parliament system,

    Activities:

    1. Read the website  ww.tepapa.govt.nz on Treaty of Waitangi to gain an in-depth understanding of this historical event.
    2. Video: 
      Find out more about how New Zealand's Parliament works with this in-depth introduction from the ...
      7/02/2019 · Uploaded by NZ Parliament
      Our system of government is a representative democracy. Each voter has a say in who represents them in ...
      27/06/2019 · Uploaded by NZ Parliament
    3. We will begin to research and examine New Zealand Government systems. Firstly have a look at the website on parliament timeline. Examine the changes of our parliamentary system that occurred over time.
    4. Research the following: What is the role of the Head of State, NZ governor general and the role  of the monarch in New Zealand.
    5. Research and write a short discussion on the role of parliament.How does parliament work. Read this website: https://www.parliament.nz/en/visit-and-learn/how-parliament-works/
    6. Discuss the role of the electoral system, the cabinet and the judiciary.Show a diagram as to how this works. Explain the role of the courts.
    7. Explain how the justice system works
    8. What is the role of local government. How do they take action in the community
    9. List the main political parties, its leaders and the aims.Political parties

    10. Homework:

    Write here...



  • 9 August - 15 August

    Kia ora...For this week we will continue to examine the role of government systems in New Zealand.

    NZ

    Success Criteria: I can/have...

    • To understand the  history of the treaty of Watiangi and its relevance today in NZ,
    • To research and understand NZ parliament system,

    Activities:

    1. Read the website  ww.tepapa.govt.nz on Treaty of Waitangi to gain an in-depth understanding of this historical event.
    2. Video: 
      Find out more about how New Zealand's Parliament works with this in-depth introduction from the ...
      7/02/2019 · Uploaded by NZ Parliament
      Our system of government is a representative democracy. Each voter has a say in who represents them in ...
      27/06/2019 · Uploaded by NZ Parliament
    3. We will begin to research and examine New Zealand Government systems. Firstly have a look at the website on parliament timeline. Examine the changes of our parliamentary system that occurred over time.
    4. Research the following: What is the role of the Head of State, NZ governor general and the role  of the monarch in New Zealand.
    5. Research and write a short discussion on the role of parliament.How does parliament work. Read this website: https://www.parliament.nz/en/visit-and-learn/how-parliament-works/
    6. Discuss the role of the electoral system, the cabinet and the judiciary.Show a diagram as to how this works. Explain the role of the courts.
    7. Explain how the justice system works
    8. What is the role of local government. How do they take action in the community
    9. List the main political parties, its leaders and the aims.Political parties

    10. Homework:

    Write here...



    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING...on developing our understanding on Key leaders and the causes/ reasons for wars in different countries
    • We are FOCUSING...on describing the impacts consequences onto people, the economy and the environment
    • We are FOCUSING...on changes post war or natural disaster
  • 16 August - 22 August

    Kia ora...students and welcome to week 4. From this week you will work in teams of 4, where you will select a global  event that had a significant impact onto humanity and or the environment. You will research your idea and create a documentary based on this.For the teaching example I will discuss both the History of the British settlers in nZ as well as the Taranaki Wars.

    WARS

    Success Criteria: I can/have...

    • understood our learning context through examining its meaning and how this may link to our life and learning
    • examine our values that link with our learning context
    • Review cases from around the world that show how people have undergone tragic/ or difficult situations and have got through with the strength of a community

    Activities:

    1. Welcome and synopsis off what our term learning would look like.
    2. Introduction to our learning context and its connection to us.
    3. Introduction to New Zealand Wars and soldiers that fought abroad.A case study approach into the various wars fought/ timeframes/ rivals/ casualties/ and ways in which New Zealand got through. Imagery based learning where your views are expressed.WARS1

    4. Teaching on the War in Tarnakai: New Zealand; Understanding the causes/ impacts and the search for a quick Victory.Taranaki

    5. Feb 15, 2019 - Uploaded by He Tohu
      This interactive series from Te Ara provides an overview of the conflicts in Taranaki between 1860 and 1881 ...

    6. More videos on YouTube ... Many battles have been fought near the north Taranaki town of Waitara, including ...
      27/10/2011 · Uploaded by ManatuTaonga


    7. Baes on the videos above and article below  create a visual ( timeline/ picture focus chart) on the events that unfolded during this war,

      War in Taranaki 1860-63 - NZHistory

    8. Examining how did people work together to get through these wars.

    Homework/ Resources:


    Pre-1860 conflicts - New Zealand's 19th-century wars ...


    4. – New Zealand wars – Te Ara Encyclopedia of New Zealand

    Taranaki Wars timeline - New Zealand in History


    Treaty events 1850-99 - Treaty timeline | NZHistory, New ...


    Oct 18, 2019 - Uploaded by The Aotearoa History Show
    The wars on the East Coast and Taranaki involving Pai Mārire followers. The exile of ... C



  • 23 August - 29 August

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

    • We are PLANNING... to create a documentary so that we can...we can highlight the effects of war due to human actions / or natural disasters due to climate change
    • We are planning to showcase our documentary to the class as an information and awareness video
  • 30 August - 5 September

    Kia ora...students and welcome.. For this week you will reflection the documentaries/ videos you has seen in class during week 1 and 2 on War in Taranaki/ War of British and Maori during 1840's Anzacs and create your own   documentary of of any historical event in the world. Examples include World War 1, 2, Vietnam War,  Japan vs American War, or major environmental influences thats reshaped landscapes and humanity.

    global

    documentary

    Success Criteria: I can/have...

    • Understanding what is a documentary and the components to create a documentary.
    • Examine one historical event that New Zealand had participated with that contributed to change in society.
    • Create a documentary that shows the history and significance of this event but also the changes that impacted onto people, as a result.
    • Indicate  lessons learn/ values strengthen and role models that have shaped your thinking and decisions  as a result.
    • Produce/ showcase your documentary in week 6.

    Activities:

    1. I will teach you what is a documentary and the components to make a documentary video. You will connect this to the various videos  you have seen on NZ wars.
    2. Brainstorm of ideas you wish to explore in your team to create the documentary eg:  Global Wars or events Or ANZAC/ Women"s Voting/ First Prime minster-1997-Helen Clark- Treaty of Waitangi/ Christchurch Earthquakes
    3. Template guide to explore your script: Introduction to topic/ Historical timeline( what happen/ with whom/ impacts. Data/ statistics around this event/ Consequences/ or aftermath. What is the significance of this event today in NZ. The values/ core ideals that shape you and your generation/ lessons learnt for the future.
    4. Documentary template: 3mins in length/ pictures or video based/ transitions/ music/ in background/  interviews/ role play/ posters insertion. powerful ending.
    5. Edit and show case to class in week 6.

    Resources:

    What is the purpose of a documentary?


    Making Documentaries: A Step By Step Guide

    www.indiewire.com › feature › michael-moores-13-rules-for-making-...

    Michael Moore's 13 Rules for Making Documentary Films ...

    Timeline of NZ History. 1642 Abel Tasman anchors at Golden Bay. 176


    Homework:

    Write here...



    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING...ON developing New Zealand Immigration from Early Maori to Colonisation and immigration today
    • We are FOCUSING...discussing and describing New Zealand significant events such as Treaty of Waitangi, Maori and British Conflict/Taranaki Wars/ First women Prime minister in NZ/ Voting of Women and Christchurch earthquakes. How did we get through collectively.
    • We are FOCUSING... responding through documentary style reporting on these events.
    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING...Research the treaty of Waitangi and early immigration of Maori in New Zealand
    • We are EXPLORING...Discover new terminology on connections we make and immigration
    • We are EXPLORING...research war and conflict in New Zealand


  • 6 September - 12 September

    Kia ora...students and welcome. For this week you will reflection the documentaries/ videos you has seen in class during week 1 and 2 on War in Taranaki/ War of British and Maori during 1840's Anzacs and create your own   documentary of of any historical event in the world. Examples include World War 1, 2, Vietnam War,  Japan vs American War, or major environmental influences thats reshaped landscapes and humanity.

    global

    documentary

    Success Criteria: I can/have...

    • Understanding what is a documentary and the components to create a documentary.
    • Examine one historical event that New Zealand had participated with that contributed to change in society.
    • Create a documentary that shows the history and significance of this event but also the changes that impacted onto people, as a result.
    • Indicate  lessons learn/ values strengthen and role models that have shaped your thinking and decisions  as a result.
    • Produce/ showcase your documentary in week 6.

    Activities:

    1. I will teach you what is a documentary and the components to make a documentary video. You will connect this to the various videos  you have seen on NZ wars.
    2. Brainstorm of ideas you wish to explore in your team to create the documentary eg:  Global Wars or events Or ANZAC/ Women"s Voting/ First Prime minster-1997-Helen Clark- Treaty of Waitangi/ Christchurch Earthquakes
    3. Template guide to explore your script: Introduction to topic/ Historical timeline( what happen/ with whom/ impacts. Data/ statistics around this event/ Consequences/ or aftermath. What is the significance of this event today in NZ. The values/ core ideals that shape you and your generation/ lessons learnt for the future.
    4. Documentary template: 3mins in length/ pictures or video based/ transitions/ music/ in background/  interviews/ role play/ posters insertion. powerful ending.
    5. Edit and show case to class in week 6.

    Resources:

    What is the purpose of a documentary?


    Making Documentaries: A Step By Step Guide

    www.indiewire.com › feature › michael-moores-13-rules-for-making-...

    Michael Moore's 13 Rules for Making Documentary Films ...

    Timeline of NZ History. 1642 Abel Tasman anchors at Golden Bay. 176


    Homework:

    Write here...



    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING...ON developing New Zealand Immigration from Early Maori to Colonisation and immigration today
    • We are FOCUSING...discussing and describing New Zealand significant events such as Treaty of Waitangi, Maori and British Conflict/Taranaki Wars/ First women Prime minister in NZ/ Voting of Women and Christchurch earthquakes. How did we get through collectively.
    • We are FOCUSING... responding through documentary style reporting on these events.
    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING...Research the treaty of Waitangi and early immigration of Maori in New Zealand
    • We are EXPLORING...Discover new terminology on connections we make and immigration
    • We are EXPLORING...research war and conflict in New Zealand


  • 13 September - 19 September

    Kia ora...students . This week you will be creating and editing your documentary on One historical event in the world or New Zealand that has lead to change in society. Remember you will also express in your documentary the key lessons learnt from your chosen case study and the values that have shaped you and your generation. 

    DOCUMENTARY


    Success Criteria: I can/have...

    • Produced and delivered my documentary to the class based on the criteria on how to create a documentary. 
    • Created a  documentary that involves equal team work and is 5 mins in lenght.
    • Created a documentary that not only gives information on the history of the event but also prompts critical thinking/ provokes questions to be raised and stimulates interest
    • Created a documentary that showcases our values that are learnt or strengthened that was  gathered from my research of my chosen case study.

    Activities:

    1. ENSURE YOUR VIDEO PLAYS ON AN APPLE MACBOOK( PLEASE). yOU MAY USE A USB OR HAVE THIS SHARED WITH ME.
    2. As a team present your documentary to the class. Be prepared to answer questions from the teacher and your  classmates.

    Homework:
    Write here...



    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

    • We are PLANNING... to create a documentary on one significant event that has brought change to people in NZ and how local people has responded to the event so that we can...see what what values come through that have shaped us as a community or nation

    REFLECT / WHAIWHAKAARO

    REFLECT / WHAIWHAKAARO learning intentions:

    • We are REFLECTING...on how wars could have been prevented. Critically thiniking of ways of restoration and peace.
    • WE are reflecting on a way forward for countries today involved with wars... ways to resolve and created unity
  • 20 September - 25 September

    Documentary showcase week.Ensure you have the following:

    doc.

    Collaboration as a team. 

    A Title, using editing skills showing transitions, music, voice overs, interviews if you want, pictures, maps, data and acknowledgements of resources

    Timeline of events of your chosen case study, the impacts and consequences onto humanity, the environment,  and the economy. 

    What lessons can be learnt from this event.

    Values shared during and the aftermath.



  • 27 September - 3 October

    Kia ora...for this week we will practice interpretation of cartoons and memes

    Success Criteria: I can/have...

    • Understood how to interpret cartoons and memes using guidelines for analysing these.

    Activities:

    1) Read notes and guidelines for interpretation of memes and political cartoons.

    What Is a Meme? Here's Everything You Need to Know ...



    2. By referring the political cartoons below: evaluate how has Donald Trump caused  human rights violations in the USA, with regards to the lockdown procedures and his medical advise to his nation. Do you support his acts of injustice or do you think he has made .

    1. Donald

      donald 2



      donald 4

      3) Interpretation of the following memes below: 


  • 4 October - 10 October

  • 11 October - 17 October

  • 18 October - 24 October

    Kia ora...students and welcome to term 4, your final term at MHJC.I am hoping you make the very best of your learning during this term, as you will be exposed to new and different skills that would prepare you for your future.

    Journey


    Achievement Objectives: Enter AO's here

    Future Pathways

    Learning Intentions: We are learning to (WALT)...

    • to examine what does the concept journey mean to us and where we are going with our pathways of learning to shape our future.
    • identify skills have been exposed to that you are confident with, and skills that you would like to learn.

    Success Criteria: I can/have...

    • understood the concept Journey and linked this with my life at school and future pathways to learning and careers.
    • created a Venn diagram on skills I am good at, would like to learn and am still in the process of learning.

    Activities:

    1. Examiner the image on the white board that shows an open road with Cross Signs. What does this mean to you. Relate this image to your own life. Draw a road that shows your journey of success and trials that you have experienced. Do you think that some times it is necessary to face challenges so that we grow and become more resilent? Explain your answer.What CROSS ROADS have you experienced in your life, and how did you come to make a clear decision, which road to take??
    2. Create a word bank that links with journey: eg: goal ideas, plans, travel, money, destination.We will relate this concept to your journey with a future career in mind.
    3. Think of skills of what you have aquired and skills you wish to aquire. Write these down, as this will come in handy when you research in depth a  career you wish to pursue.
    4. Watch the documentary by Steve Jobs, commencement speech at University of Stanford. What messages have you drawn from this speech.

      Text of Steve Jobs' Commencement address (2005) - Stanford News

      https://news.stanford.edu/2005/06/14/jobs-061505/
    5. Research what is meant by emotional Intelligence vs Intellectual intelligence. Discuss your views which is more important and why.
    6. Think of a career path you wish to take. Research what skills are necessary for this job. Next week you will have to do an in depth research on this idea.

    Resources:

    More than IQ: Soft Skills, EQ and CQ Needed in Today's Work ...

    https://rigzonenews.wordpress.com/.../more-than-iq-soft-skills-eq-and-cq-needed-in-to...

    Journey | Definition of Journey by Merriam-Webster

    https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/journey

    https://www.fastcompany.com/.../7-reasons-why-emotional-intelligence-is-one-of-the-..

    Why Steve Jobs' Commencement Speech Still Inspires 10 Years Later

    https://www.forbes.com/.../why-steve-jobs-commencement-speech-still-inspires-10-ye...



    Write here...



    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING...to research future pathways/ careers
    • We are EXPLORING...to investigate the subjects and NCEA credits required for Uni and polytechnic admission, as well as location cost of tuition and courses to be studied for different Degrees/ trades.
    • We are EXPLORING...collect this information and present as a slide-share
  • 25 October - 31 October

    Kia ora...students and welcome to Term 4 week 2.Our focus this week is to explore and examine career pathways , for our future.You will research  one pathway you feel most passionate about. This will be showcased in the whanau later in the term

    Achievement Objectives: Enter AO's here

    Big Idea: Careers and leadership

    Learning Intentions: We are learning to (WALT)...

    • understand my career options
    • determine NCEA credits required for tertiary institution entry
    • examine the course outline for the degree/ course I wish to study
    • examine the duties and expectations of the career I wish to be involved with

    Success Criteria: I can/have...

    • I have researched in detail the career I wish to explore and requirements necessary  to achieve this goal,

    Activities:

    1. Do now activity: Find a map of various tertiary  institutions throughout NZ example: Auckland University, University of Otago, Wellington University, MIT. See locations  of these institutions and and distance from Flatbush. Calculate time/ money spent on commute to AUT.Use google maps.
    2. See images of careers today in the 21st century. What appeals to you more: payscales  or the job satisfaction? Give reasons.
    3. Create a presentation on  a possible career pathway you would choose. Consider using the following information: Career choice:Title
      • NCEA points entry institution, Business/opportunities

      • What institution, Where is it going to be?

      • Make two or three choices

      • Pictures, Address, What are they about?, What do they offer?

      • Degree/Diploma/Vocational Pathway

      • How many years is the degree?

      • What type of courses would you be in?

      • How much is the tuition?

      • Cost of living?

      • Cost of travel?

      • Cost of books?

      • Scholarship opportunities, Who offers it?

      • Career itself

      • What does the job entail?

      • Job description in terms of duties and expectations, How many hours per week?, What’s so exciting about your chosen career?, What are challenges about it, risk factors, potential dangers?

      • Salary, Pay Scale

      • List places in Auckland, New Zealand or globally where this job is found

      • Images that link with your ideas.

    4. Presentations due week 3.
    5. See video on getting prepared to enter college. What are your thoughts here. How prepared are you?

    Reources:

    Homepage :: Careers New Zealand

    https://www.careers.govt.nz/

    New Zealand Salary Survey - Average Salary in New ... - PayScale

    www.payscale.com/research/NZ/Country=New_Zealand/Salary

    List of Universities and Colleges in New Zealand (36 Schools ...

    www.university-list.net/New-Zealand/universities-1000.htm

    University Entrance » NZQA

    www.nzqa.govt.nz/qualifications-standards/awards/university-entrance/

    Careers - TODAY.com

    www.today.com/money/your-money/careers

    Homework:
    Write here...



    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING...to research future pathways/ careers
    • We are EXPLORING...to investigate the subjects and NCEA credits required for Uni and polytechnic admission, as well as location cost of tuition and courses to be studied for different Degrees/ trades.
    • We are EXPLORING...collect this information and present as a slide-share
  • 1 November - 7 November

    Kia ora...students and welcome to Term 4 week 3.Our focus this week is to CONTINUES  explore and examine career pathways , for our future.You will research  one pathway you feel most passionate about. This will be showcased in the whanau later in the term

    Careers

    Achievement Objectives: Enter AO's here

    Big Idea: Careers and leadership

    Learning Intentions: We are learning to (WALT)...

    • understand my career options
    • determine NCEA credits required for tertiary institution entry
    • examine the course outline for the degree/ course I wish to study
    • examine the duties and expectations of the career I wish to be involved with

    Success Criteria: I can/have...

    • I have researched in detail the career I wish to explore and requirements necessary  to achieve this goal,

    Activities:

    1. Do now activity: Find a map of various tertiary  institutions throughout NZ example: Auckland University, University of Otago, Wellington University, MIT. See locations  of these institutions and and distance from Flatbush. Calculate time/ money spent on commute to AUT.Use google maps.
    2. See images of careers today in the 21st century. What appeals to you more: payscales  or the job satisfaction? Give reasons.
    3. Create a presentation on  a possible career pathway you would choose. Consider using the following information: Career choice:Title
      • NCEA points entry institution, Business/opportunities

      • What institution, Where is it going to be?

      • Make two or three choices

      • Pictures, Address, What are they about?, What do they offer?

      • Degree/Diploma/Vocational Pathway

      • How many years is the degree?

      • What type of courses would you be in?

      • How much is the tuition?

      • Cost of living?

      • Cost of travel?

      • Cost of books?

      • Scholarship opportunities, Who offers it?

      • Career itself

      • What does the job entail?

      • Job description in terms of duties and expectations, How many hours per week?, What’s so exciting about your chosen career?, What are challenges about it, risk factors, potential dangers?

      • Salary, Pay Scale

      • List places in Auckland, New Zealand or globally where this job is found

      • Images that link with your ideas.

    4. Presentations due week 3.
    5. See video on getting prepared to enter college. What are your thoughts here. How prepared are you?

    Reources:

    Homepage :: Careers New Zealand

    https://www.careers.govt.nz/

    New Zealand Salary Survey - Average Salary in New ... - PayScale

    www.payscale.com/research/NZ/Country=New_Zealand/Salary

    List of Universities and Colleges in New Zealand (36 Schools ...

    www.university-list.net/New-Zealand/universities-1000.htm

    University Entrance » NZQA

    www.nzqa.govt.nz/qualifications-standards/awards/university-entrance/

    Careers - TODAY.com

    www.today.com/money/your-money/careers

    Homework:
    Write here...



    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

      • We are FOCUSING...on understanding duties, salary, challenges, opportunities in NZ and abroad required for the jobs we hope to get
      • We are FOCUSING...on CV writing skills
      • We are FOCUSING...on interview skills through role play
  • 8 November - 14 November

    Kia ora...For this week we will explore possible Centralised Assessment Test questions and prepare for these by developing our skills. Skills include essay writing: and paragraph writing techniques applied to Pros and Cons how to answer an essay and disect a question/interpret images/posters/cartoons/ evaluate graphs and statistics/ as well as understand what is critical thinking.

    test

    Achievement Objectives: Enter AO's here

    Big Idea: Careers

    Learning Intentions: We are learning to (WALT)...

    • update our resources and learning materials for our final test during this term
    • buddy share knowledge and skills
    • prepare answers for possible test questions and time ourselves

    Success Criteria: I can/have...

    Prepare in advance for the upcoming test. Involves skills building

    Activities:

    1. Update all work on MHOnline. I have  already emailed all necessary resources t and questions o prepare for you end of year CAT.
    2. I will take questions and concerns form the class to address in class. This will begin with ideas from term one. Write down and sketch the way I expect essays to be answered.
    3. There after as a class we will examine one question from your scope sheet.
    4. Thereafter, by working in teams of 3/4, prepare essays writing Pros and Cons off writing techniques. based on all questions given in the scope sheet. Your should have a struct that includes: Introduction, topic paragraphs, recommendations or solutions and a conclusion.
    5. For in-depth study of a question you are encourage to use quotations examples/ arguments with justifications/ statistics with an evaluation/ critical thinking/ comparisons and contrasts/ hypothesis/ and interpretation with you views.
    6. We will study resources to interpret that mainly involve political cartoons. You should understand the meaning, message, intentions, relations to wider world or inferencing as well as your view points: eg below to intrerpre and analyse
    7. trump
    8. trump2

    Resources:

    Dec 12, 2012 - Instructions · -Write a list noting the advantages and disadvantages of your topic. Arrange them in the order you plan on writing them in your essay ...
    Writers are often told to write what they know, but how much of an advantage will this provide? Could it instead be a disadvantage?
    Source: http://iams.pbworks.com/f/1276135470/Positive.jpg. Interpreting a visual source, like a political ...
    Sep 6, 2017 - Uploaded by Fort Lewis College
    Political cartoons use imagery and text to comment on a contemporary social issue. They may contain a ...



    12 Study Skills for Exam Success | Good Luck Exams

    www.goodluckexams.com/12-study-skills-for-exam-success/

    Exam preparation - Deakin

    www.deakin.edu.au › Students › Studying › Study support › Academic skills

    Study Skills - Exam revision & preparation

    https://www.dlsweb.rmit.edu.au/lsu/content/1_studyskills/04examrevision.htm

    Homework:
    Write here...



    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

      • We are FOCUSING...on understanding duties, salary, challenges, opportunities in NZ and abroad required for the jobs we hope to get
      • We are FOCUSING...on CV writing skills
      • We are FOCUSING...on interview skills through role play
  • 15 November - 21 November

    This is your Centralised testing week. Good luck to everyone. 

    exams



  • 22 November - 28 November

    Kia ora Students. This week is scheduled for your work experience. Please ensure that all paper work and criteria are organised before you set off for this experience. Enjoy every moment and learn something new.

    As an alternative, if alert levels change to 2 or above, we will have a Careers FAIR in the whanau to celEbrate your work created in week 2 and 3 ie Your idea Career Pathway. For this you can present your work " like a science fair" using a recycled science board. Hopefully we would be able to arrange for people with specialised skills to come in to talks with you eg: Engineers, chef, hairdresser, extra.

    The nature of this event will be discussed closer at the time with social distancing rules applied and other alert level requirement. Remember this is the backup idea only if work experience does not continue

    work


    work 2



  • 29 November - 5 December

    Kia ora...students For this week your focus will be on how to write a Curriculum Vitae. This is explored with clear guidelines and in detail in your English class, however also understood and practiced in Global Studies.CV's are an important document that showcases your personal identity as well as all skills and accomplishments.

    cv

    Achievement Objectives: Enter AO's here

    Big Idea: Careers and Leadership

    Learning Intentions: We are learning to (WALT)...

    • Define what is a CV
    • Create a CV using New Zealand template

    Success Criteria: I can/have...

    • Created a Curriculum Vitae

    Activities:

    1. Define what is meant by a Curriculum Vitae and why is this an important document. 
    2. Watch video on how to design a CV. What are your thoughts about this.

      277K views5 years ago
      Writing a CV http://youtu.be/U0JAfqEak2c.Getting a strong CV ready is an important part of the job searching process .A good ...
    3. Think about all skills, qualifications and accomplishments you have earned. You will use this in your CV template. Also consider three references whom can acknowledge your attributes and skills.
    4. Firstly design a motivational letter for your up coming job.See example on the white board
    5. Begin writing your CV, using the New Zealand format.


    Resources:


    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

    • We are PLANNING... to contact people in the job we wish to do, to have primary knowledge of what it involves ie through google-meets/ telephone or call into school careers day if we are alert level 2 or 1.
  • 6 December - 12 December

    • Kia ora...students. For this week you will be introduced to interview skills. This life skill will be beneficial to the many opportunities gaining  a summer job and as approach into your transition into senior college.

      Learning Intentions: We are learning to (WALT)...

      *Understand what is the purpose of an interview

      *Determine mannerisms during an interview process

      *Predict possible questions during an interview

      *Answer questions with confidence and clarity

       

      Success Criteria: I can/have...

      • Learn that the interview skills are necessary for my journey as I transition into senior college
      • Be able to identify possible questions and answer with precision.
      • Determined good attitude and mannerisms can be more relevant than prior knowledge and experience.
      • Role play an interview process in class

      Activities:

      1. By working in groups, create a diagram that highlights the following: Why are interviews necessary, what type of behaviour and attitude should be displayed during the interview process.
      2. Explain possible scenes how you would address questions posted on the white board.
      3. Watch the video on interviewing skills
      4. Carry out a role play as if you were in a process on been interviewed. Employment roles can be determined by you, whats relevant to your age, experience and education.

       



    REFLECT / WHAIWHAKAARO

    REFLECT / WHAIWHAKAARO learning intentions:

      • We are REFLECTING...critiquing whether the career options are best suited for me, in terms of skills, costs, location, etc, and consider alternatives.
  • 13 December - 19 December

    schools out