MAOR102 Māori Society

Overview

An introduction to the theory and practice of Māori culture and society in traditional and contemporary contexts.

A basic understanding of Māori cultural concepts and the historical context within which Māori society has developed to its contemporary position is critical to New Zealand's development. A student who completes this paper will be equipped with the knowledge and cultural awareness to participate more fully in New Zealand society. The student will also develop a broader indigenous perspective that can be applied globally.

About this paper

Schedule C

Arts and Music

Contact

tetumu@otago.ac.nz
 

More information link

View more information on the Te Tumu website

Teaching staff

Assoc. Prof. Karyn Paringatai (S1)

Leighton Williams (S2)

Textbooks

Required:

Te Kōparapara, An introduction to the Māori World (Auckland University Press 2018), Edited by M Reilly, S Duncan, G Leoni, L Paterson, L Carter, M Rātima, P Rewi.

Graduate Attributes Emphasised

Global perspective, Interdisciplinary perspective, Lifelong learning, Communication, Critical thinking, Cultural understanding.
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Learning Outcomes

On completion of this paper, students will be able to:

• Demonstrate knowledge of the Māori worldview and an understanding of the development of Māori society
• Apply an understanding of concepts prevalent in a Māori worldview in assessing actions and events in New Zealand's history
• Critically discuss the impact of the colonisation on the development of Māori society
• Demonstrate knowledge of Māori society from an indigenous perspective as it exists in a contemporary context

Assessment details

Internal assessment 50%
Final examination 50%

Timetable