Māori Culture & Rights in New Zealand
Students will investigate the rich culture of the Māori people of New Zealand, their historical treaties, and their ongoing struggle for cultural preservation and political recognition.
Key Questions
- Explain how the Māori concept of 'Kaitiakitanga' (guardianship) influences New Zealand's environmental policies.
- Analyze the significance of the Treaty of Waitangi in shaping Māori-Pākehā relations.
- Evaluate current efforts to revitalize Māori language and cultural practices in New Zealand.
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