Te Ao Māori  
The Māori World

Te ao Māori is an immersive e-learning programme that delves into the rich tapestry of the Māori worldview, providing participants with a deep understanding of Māori values, cultural practices, and significant aspects of Māori history. This course aims to foster cultural competence, promote intercultural understanding, and encourage participants to engage respectfully with Māori communities. Key topics covered include Māori values, Matariki (the Māori New Year), and the Treaty of Waitangi.

What's included in this course

Programme Content:

  • Māori Values (Ngā mātāpono)
  • Learn about the Māori New Year (Matariki)
  • Learn how to confidently pronounce words (Kia tika)
  • The Treaty of Waitangi (Te Tīriti o Waitangi)


BONUS Module:
  • Learn the place names in Aotearoa (Aotearoa)
Throughout this course you will discover:

  • fundamental principles and values of te ao Māori
  • the significance of Matariki and its cultural and spiritual importance in the Māori calendar
  • The history of the Māori language and some basic pronunciation 
  • The history of Aotearoa
  • Pronunciation of place names in Aotearoa