Umupuia Marae Visit

Learner:  James        Learning Coach: Luisa Maloni    Date: 19th June, 2015

Learning Area: Marae Trip

Learning Observed

Today, as part of our visit to Umupuia Marae in Maraetai, the learners were involved in a weaving activity. James, Harman and Lim Hor worked together, taking turns to weave the paper strips under and over the black strips. I observed them talking with each other trying to figure out if the strip needed to go over or under the black paper. James told me that he chose the school colours for his weaving.

Evidence of learning

James can work with a group to create a Maori weaving pattern..

Key Competencies/Vision Principles

James shows he is able to Collaborate with others to create an artwork. He could take turns, support and learn from his group.(Relating to Others) If they got the pattern wrong they were able to correct their mistake with support. James demonstrates his Capabilities in learning a new art technique. James can make Connections with the cultures in his community.

Next Learning Steps

Identify other materials used in traditional maori weaving Talk about art techniques used in his own culture