Investigation Topic: Land of Voyagers
Authentic Contexts in Aotearoa New Zealand
Platform
Device with internet connectivity
Open Ended
Digital Technologies Progress Outcomes
Open Ended
Cross-Curricular Links
Open Ended
Year Levels
Open Ended
Duration
Open Ended
Resources
Differentiation
Divide up the Land of Voyagers project so that groups of learners investigate different parts, from historic stories to modern accounts of the Tuia 250. Then direct each group to present what they’ve learned.
As a class or in groups, address one or more of the discussion topic prompts in the ‘Activity’ section of the Investigation Topic Guide.
Extension
Engage with other of the activity resources on the Digital Pīkau that connect with Land of Voyagers.
Visit the Mātauranga companion site for educational resources developed to support the Land of Voyagers project.
About Activity
This guide introduces the Land of Voyagers project and establishes a theme for investigation perfect for inquiry- and project-based approaches involving science, technology, engineering, the arts and mathematics (STEAM) learning areas.
Begin by guiding learners to practise the online tools and skills to explore the Land of Voyagers website and resources, in order to get to know the amazing stories of Polynesian navigation and exploration through history and in the present. Then guide learners to craft a project that connects with the theme, with key learning areas and that deepens their understanding.
Use the introductory guide below to get to know the theme and kick off with critical thinking and discussions, then connect with the topic through any relevant activities that suit your teaching environment.
Checkout some fun extension topic activity guides on the Digital Pīkau Land of Voyagers theme page to help get started or take things to the next level with a digital technologies lens!
Investigation Topic Guide
Digital Pīkau – Land of Voyagers theme page
Checkout the theme landing page for more activity ideas that link with the Land of Voyagers project:
