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Introduction to Kōwhiti Whakapae

Explaining what Kōwhiti Whakapae is and how to maximize its use to fostering connections to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, 'Te Whāriki' principles, inclusion, and identity, language, and culture.

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With the recent release of the Oral Language and Mathematics areas of Kōwhiti Whakapae, now is a great time to build knowledge and understanding around how this resource.

Begin your journey by understanding how it supports planning and formative assessment in three areas of learning: social and emotional, oral language and literacy, and maths while strengthening connections to Te Tiriti o Waitangi; 'Te Whāriki' principles; inclusion; and nurturing identity, language and culture.

Presented By

Del Costello

Webinar Duration

Approximately 60 minutes

Who is this webinar for?

All ECE educators

What will you learn?

In this webinar, Del Costello from Coactive Education will cover:

  • What is Kōwhiti Whakapae?
  • What does it contain?
  • How to make the most out of these resources?


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About the presenter

Del Costello

I'm an Education Consultant based in Tāmaki Makaurau, Auckland, New Zealand. I am the director and a PLD consultant with Coactive Education and I work in a variety of schools, early childhood centres and Kāhui Ako.

I work alongside teachers and school leaders to grow practice, improve learner outcomes and support sustainable changes in practice and school systems. Specialist areas: oral language, literacy, local curriculum, assessment for learning, cultural capability and digital technologies.

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