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The application of Kaupapa Māori, Pasifika and Indigenous approaches, including cross-cultural contexts, to social work practice.

This paper focuses on aspects of iwi, Māori and Pacific development within a social change context. This paper intends to take a critical look at post-colonial theories - for example, 'orientalism' and 'privilege' - and models of practice intended to benefit Māori and Pacific peoples. The paper will cover an examination of a range of different sites or fields of inquiry in order to illustrate contemporary responses in regards to Treaty knowledge, practice and compliance. A critical appraisal of relevant policies and the theories that underpin these trajectories will be analysed in relation to their impact on Pacific, iwi and community development.

About this paper

Paper title Kaupapa Māori and Indigenous Approaches to Social Work
Subject Social Work
EFTS 0.1667
Points 20 points
Teaching period(s) Semester 2 (Distance learning)
Semester 2 (On campus)
Delivery mode The Distance Learning offering of this paper is a combination of remote and in-person teaching
Domestic Tuition Fees ( NZD ) $1,911.72
International Tuition Fees Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website.
Restriction
SOWK 304
Limited to
MSCW (Applied), PGDipSW
Eligibility

Non-MSCW(Applied) students may be admitted to this paper with approval from the Head of Programme, Social and Community Work Programme.

Contact

socialwork@otago.ac.nz

Teaching staff

Course Co-ordinator: Associate Professsor Shayne Walker

Lecturers: To be confirmed

Paper Structure

  • 13 Lectures
  • 12 Tutorials

Teaching Arrangements

The Distance Learning offering of this paper is a combination of remote and in-person teaching.

 

Textbooks
Readings are provided on Blackboard.
Graduate Attributes Emphasised
Interdisciplinary perspective, Scholarship, Communication, Critical thinking, Cultural understanding, Ethics, Information literacy, Self-motivation.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes.
Learning Outcomes

During this paper students will:

  • Clarify, advance and extend understanding of iwi, Māori and Pacific development within a social change context for those wanting to work in social service organisations.
  • Develop a critical understanding of post-colonial theories.
  • Enhance Treaty knowledge, practice and compliance.
  • Gain an understanding of relevant policies theories and how they impact on Pacific, iwi and community development.

Overview

The application of Kaupapa Māori, Pasifika and Indigenous approaches, including cross-cultural contexts, to social work practice.

This paper focuses on aspects of iwi, Māori and Pacific development within a social change context. This paper intends to take a critical look at post-colonial theories - for example, "orientalism" and "privilege" - and models of practice intended to benefit Māori and Pacific peoples. The paper will cover an examination of a range of different sites or fields of inquiry in order to illustrate contemporary responses regarding Treaty knowledge, practice and compliance. A critical appraisal of relevant policies and the theories that underpin these trajectories will be analysed in relation to their impact on Pacific, iwi and community development.

About this paper

Paper title Kaupapa Māori and Indigenous Approaches to Social Work
Subject Social Work
EFTS 0.1667
Points 20 points
Teaching period(s) Semester 2 (Distance learning)
Semester 2 (On campus)
Delivery mode The Distance Learning offering of this paper is a combination of remote and in-person teaching
Domestic Tuition Fees Tuition Fees for 2027 have not yet been set
International Tuition Fees Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website.
Restriction
SOWK 304
Limited to
MSCW (Applied), PGDipSW
Eligibility

Non-MSCW (Applied) students may be admitted to this paper with approval from the Head of Programme, Social and Community Work Programme.

Contact

socialwork@otago.ac.nz

Teaching staff

Course Co-ordinator: Associate Professsor Shayne Walker

Lecturers: To be confirmed

Paper Structure
  • Thirteen Lectures
  • Twelve Tutorials
Teaching Arrangements

The Distance Learning offering of this paper is a combination of remote and in-person teaching.

Textbooks

Readings are provided on Aoroa.

Graduate Attributes Emphasised
Interdisciplinary perspective, Scholarship, Communication, Critical thinking, Cultural understanding, Ethics, Information literacy, Self-motivation.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes.
Learning Outcomes

During this paper students will:

  • Clarify, advance and extend understanding of iwi, Māori and Pacific development within a social change context for those wanting to work in social service organisations.
  • Develop a critical understanding of post-colonial theories.
  • Enhance Treaty knowledge, practice and compliance.
  • Gain an understanding of relevant policies, theories and how they impact Pacific, iwi and community development.
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