Ask the student what will help and consider a learner profile
Suggestion for implementing the strategy ‘Knowing your Māori learners and their contexts’
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Ask what helps
Ask what helps
Build the learner profile over time
Build the learner profile over time
Considerations for learner profiles.
- Provide multiple opportunities and methods to develop the profile.
- Prioritise information from students by using effective communication techniques, for example, point to select, or communication boards.
- Revisit the profile on a regular basis to add depth and new insights.
- Use a range of input methods such as conversations, observations, formal reviews and regular surveys.
- Encourage students to understand their needs and preferences as a learner.
- Act on information that is shared so students can see how their voice helps you design learning experiences that work for them.
Let students personalise learner profiles
Let students personalise learner profiles
A learner profile is created by students and whānau.
Students can choose to present information in any media.
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What to include in a learner profile
What to include in a learner profile
Discuss with the student and their whānau what to include in a learner profile.
- Important people
- Cultural connections and experiences
- Languages spoken
- Things the student is good at
- Memorable life experiences
- How they like to unwind and relax
- Likes and interests
- Dislikes and things they avoid
- How they like to learn and what helps
- Things that make it hard for them to learn
- What they do when they need help
Student suggestions
Student suggestions
Student, Brigham Riwai-Couch shares his perspective of the top 10 things that make a difference for him as a learner.
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Useful resources
Useful resources
Developing learner profiles
Read time: 3 min
This document provides general support and guidance when developing a learner profile. It includes prompts and questions, alongside purpose and benefits for students.
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Download PDF (211 KB)
About me
This learner profile template is a companion to "Developing learner profiles". It is an interactive PDF with questions for students to answer.
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Cultural Relationships for Responsive Pedagogy video kete
A collection of videos, each supported by a summary of key content and a conversation framework.
Publisher: Poutama Pounamu
Next steps
More suggestions for implementing the strategy “Know your Māori learners”:
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Return to the guide “Supporting ākonga Māori”
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How to use this site
Guide to Index of the guide: Supporting ākonga Māori
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