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Which subject	History
What topic	Maori people and langugage
What length (min)	30
What age group	Year or Grade 11
Class size	20
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Lesson plan

Lesson Plan: Māori People and Language

Subject

History

Topic

Māori People and Language

Grade/Age Group

Year 11

Duration

30 Minutes

Number of Students

20

Objectives

• Understand the cultural significance of the Māori people in New Zealand history.
• Identify key aspects of the Māori language, including basic phrases and their meanings.
• Discuss the impact of European colonization on Māori culture and language.

Materials

• PowerPoint presentation on Māori culture and language.
• Printed handouts with basic Māori phrases and their translations.
• Whiteboard and markers.
• Video clip showcasing Māori cultural practices (3-5 minutes).
• Quiz on Māori culture and language (to be completed during class).

National Curriculum Alignment

This lesson aligns with the Australian Curriculum: History, particularly focusing on:

• Understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories and cultures.
• The impact of historical events on the cultures and languages of Indigenous peoples.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length (minutes)	Details
1	Introduction to Māori Culture	5	Briefly introduce Māori culture and its importance in New Zealand history. Discuss who the Māori people are and highlight aspects of their heritage.
2	Basic Māori Language	10	Introduce key Māori phrases using a PowerPoint presentation. Provide printed handouts for students to refer to. Explain the significance of language in culture.
3	Impact of Colonization	5	Discuss the effects of European colonization on Māori culture and language. Include key historical events and their implications.
4	Video Presentation	5	Show a short video clip on Māori cultural practices to enhance understanding and engagement.
5	Class Quiz	5	Distribute a short quiz on the material covered. Allow students to complete it individually.
6	Recap & Homework Assignment	2	Recap the key points from the lesson and assign homework. Students to write a one-page reflection on what they learned about Māori culture and language.

Homework

• Write a one-page reflection on what you learned about Māori culture and language. This will reinforce the concepts discussed in class. Homework will be checked online without requiring individual presentations.

Assessment

• Participation in class discussion and completion of the quiz will be used to assess understanding of the material covered.

Lesson script