The Changing Boundaries of Knowledge Between Māori Awareness and Western Science

Leonardo ◽  
2014 ◽  
Vol 47 (5) ◽  
pp. 513-514
Author(s):  
Ian Clothier
Keyword(s):  
New Zealand ◽  
Indigenous Knowledge ◽  
Scientific Knowledge ◽  
Western Science ◽  
Indigenous Culture ◽  
Aotearoa New Zealand ◽  
Contemporary Life

Conventionally, indigenous knowledge such as that held by Māori (the indigenous culture of Aotearoa New Zealand) is seen as in total contrast to Western scientific knowledge. In this paper the author puts forward instances where ideology is held in common across cultural borders. A general awareness of facets of shared ideology has been refined, extended and given substance through three curatorial projects involving Dr. Te Huirangi Waikerepuru, a highly respected kaumatua (elder). These took place in Istanbul, Albuquerque and Aotearoa New Zealand. Ethically, acceptance of these commonalities leads to considering the shifting boundary of knowledge in contemporary life.

scholarly journals Therapeutic Landscapes and Indigenous Culture: Māori Health Models in Aotearoa/New Zealand

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jacqueline McIntosh ◽  
Bruno Marques ◽  
Rosemary Mwipiko
Keyword(s):  
New Zealand ◽  
Indigenous Culture ◽  
Therapeutic Landscapes ◽  
Aotearoa New Zealand ◽  
Maori Health

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scholarly journals Tinana Te Waka

Te Kaharoa ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Henare King
Keyword(s):  
New Zealand ◽  
Indigenous Knowledge ◽  
The Other ◽  
Far North ◽  
Aotearoa New Zealand

The book “The Tail of the Fish” was publised in 1968 and written by a Te Aupouri kuia, Matire Kereama (nee: Hoeft) of the far north of Aotearoa, New Zealand. I grew up with this book as my grandmother would read the stories to me at bedtime. Although my comprehension of each story was very vague and unrelatable to my life at that time, today, I find myself totally absorbed by the historical content and knowledge encapsulated in each chapter. I completed a Masters of Applied Indigenous Knowledge at Te Wananga o Aotearoa in 2017, entitled; Tales of the singing fish: He tangi wairua. I compsed twelve waiata (Maori songs) of which ten of the waiata was information extracted from ten chapters of the book. The other two waiata were composed specifically for my people of the Te Rarawa tribe, namely, Ahipara. This waiata acknowledges the tribal landmarks and boundaries of the Te Rarawa tribe which is located in Ahipara.

scholarly journals Paradigms on Indigenous Language Revitalisation: the Case of Te Reo Maori in Aotearoa New Zealand and Mapudungun in Chile

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
◽  
Carina Gallegos
Keyword(s):  
New Zealand ◽  
Indigenous Knowledge ◽  
Case Studies ◽  
Secondary Data ◽  
Indigenous Languages ◽  
Indigenous Language ◽  
Direct Observations ◽  
Aotearoa New Zealand ◽  
Historical Processes ◽  
Language Revitalisation

<p>The existence of systems of indigenous knowledge depend greatly on the existence of indigenous languages. Processes of language revitalisation seek to uphold indigenous knowledge by restoring endangered indigenous languages. Historical processes of colonisation and globalisation in Chile and Aotearoa New Zealand have impacted and threatened each country's indigenous language. This dissertation describes language revitalisation processes of te reo Maori in Aotearoa New Zealand and Mapudungun in Chile in order to further understand the implications of language on effectively revitalising indigenous culture and knowledge. The research and analysis presented implements comparative methodology through the use of case studies, direct observations, primary and secondary data sources. In an effort to evaluate and compare outcomes of indigenous language revitalisation schemes of te reo Maori in Aotearoa New Zealand and Mapudungun in Chile, this thesis focuses on case studies in the context of how education programmes in each country approach indigenous language revitalisation.</p>

Towards ethical curriculum development: Perspectives from the interface of mātauranga Māori and Western science

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sriparna Saha
Keyword(s):  
New Zealand ◽  
Curriculum Development ◽  
Educational Resources ◽  
Western Science ◽  
Culturally Appropriate ◽  
Aotearoa New Zealand ◽  
Virtual Field ◽  
Engagement Process ◽  
Kaupapa Māori ◽  
Partnership Approach

Towards ethical curriculum development: Perspectives from the interface of mātauranga Māori and Western science In 2019, the Earthquake Commission (EQC) New Zealand with a stake to raise awareness of natural disasters and their impacts, commissioned the LEARNZ1 Our Supervolcanoes virtual field trip (VFT) to teach about volcanoes around Lake Taupō in Aotearoa New Zealand. The involvement of kaupapa Māori researchers in the project facilitated an authentic opportunity to develop bicultural educational resources. We share insights from this collaboration that can inform the engagement process with local iwi. The key findings from this study can support teachers, researchers, and scientists willing to collaborate in culturally appropriate ways when engaging with local iwi leaders for the development of bicultural educational resources through an authentic partnership approach. These findings can serve as good practices when engaging with the local iwi for development of bicultural educational resources.

scholarly journals Oranga

Te Kaharoa ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Henare King
Keyword(s):  
New Zealand ◽  
Indigenous Knowledge ◽  
Male Child ◽  
The Other ◽  
Far North ◽  
Aotearoa New Zealand

  The book “The Tail of the Fish” was publised in 1968 and written by a Te Aupouri kuia, Matire Kereama (nee: Hoeft) of the far north of Aotearoa, New Zealand. I grew up with this book as my grandmother would read the stories to me at bedtime. Although my comprehension of each story was very vague and unrelatable to my life at that time, today, I find myself totally absorbed by the historical content and knowledge encapsulated in each chapter. I completed a Masters of Applied Indigenous Knowledge at Te Wananga o Aotearoa in 2017, entitled; Tales of the singing fish: He tangi wairua. I compsed twelve waiata (Maori songs) of which ten of the waiata was information extracted from ten chapters of the book. The other two waiata were composed specifically for my people of the Te Rarawa tribe, namely, Ahipara. After a baby was born, being a male child, his navel or pito was very carefully treated.

scholarly journals Mātauranga Māori in geomorphology: existing frameworks, case studies, and recommendations for incorporating Indigenous knowledge in Earth science

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
pp. 595-618 ◽  
Author(s):  
Clare Wilkinson ◽  
Daniel C. H. Hikuroa ◽  
Angus H. Macfarlane ◽  
Matthew W. Hughes
Keyword(s):  
New Zealand ◽  
Indigenous Knowledge ◽  
Indigenous Peoples ◽  
Earth Science ◽  
World View ◽  
Academic Disciplines ◽  
Theoretical Frameworks ◽  
Knowledge Culture ◽  
Aotearoa New Zealand ◽  
Direct Benefits

Abstract. Mixed-method bicultural research in Aotearoa New Zealand, including the weaving of Indigenous and other knowledge, is emerging within many academic disciplines. However, mātauranga Māori (the knowledge, culture, values, and world view of the Indigenous peoples of Aotearoa New Zealand) and Te Ao Māori (the Māori world) is poorly represented within geomorphological investigations. Here, we review international efforts to include Indigenous knowledge in geologic and geomorphic studies and provide an overview of the current state of mātauranga Māori within research endeavours in Aotearoa New Zealand. We review three theoretical frameworks (i.e. methodologies) for including mātauranga Māori in research projects and three models (i.e. methods) for including Māori values within research. We identify direct benefits to geomorphology and discuss how these frameworks and models can be adapted for use with Indigenous knowledge systems outside of Aotearoa New Zealand. The aim of this review is to encourage geomorphologists around the world to engage with local Indigenous peoples to develop new approaches to geomorphic research. In Aotearoa New Zealand, we hope to inspire geomorphologists to embark on research journeys in genuine partnership with Māori that promote toitū te mātauranga – the enduring protection, promotion and respect of mātauranga Māori.

scholarly journals Te Mere Pounamu

Te Kaharoa ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Henare King
Keyword(s):  
New Zealand ◽  
Indigenous Knowledge ◽  
The Other ◽  
Far North ◽  
Aotearoa New Zealand

The book “The Tail of the Fish” was publised in 1968 and written by a Te Aupouri kuia, Matire Kereama (nee: Hoeft) of the far north of Aotearoa, New Zealand. I grew up with this book as my grandmother would read the stories to me at bedtime. Although my comprehension of each story was very vague and unrelatable to my life at that time, today, I find myself totally absorbed by the historical content and knowledge encapsulated in each chapter. I completed a Masters of Applied Indigenous Knowledge at Te Wananga o Aotearoa in 2017, entitled; Tales of the singing fish: He tangi wairua. I compsed twelve waiata (Maori songs) of which ten of the waiata was information extracted from ten chapters of the book. The other two waiata were composed specifically for my people of the Te Rarawa tribe, namely, Ahipara. The great ancestress, Waimirirangi, who is known as ‘Queen of Ngā Puhi’, had seven children from whom the northern Māori tribes are descended.

scholarly journals Science and Knowledge

2016 ◽  
Vol 71 (02) ◽  
pp. 321-335
Author(s):  
Roger Chartier
Keyword(s):  
Seventeenth Century ◽  
Indigenous Knowledge ◽  
Scientific Knowledge ◽  
Scientific Revolution ◽  
Review Article ◽  
Western Science ◽  
Traditional Definition ◽  
Histoire Des Sciences ◽  
Definition Of ◽  
Clear Line

This review article poses three questions, essentially based on the first two volumes of Histoire des sciences et des savoirs, a collective undertaking edited by Dominique Pestre. First, it considers the relationships between “science” and “knowledge.” Can a clear line be drawn between them? Or should “scientific” knowledge (with or without quotation marks) be considered a particular class of knowledge? And, if this is the case, must we define it according to a certain number of specific operations? Second, the article turns to the acceptance, criticism, or rejection of the traditional definition of the “scientific revolution,” dated to the seventeenth century and characterized by the mathematization of nature and the introduction of experimental practices. Should this be replaced by other perspectives, highlighting previous reconfigurations of fields of knowledge or the plurality of “revolutions”? Finally, the article considers the attention paid to connected histories of knowledge, which move away from Eurocentricism and introduce new actors. Recognizing these circulations does not however efface the asymmetry of exchanges, the stigmatization of indigenous knowledge, or the imperialistic imposition of Western science.

scholarly journals Katahi Ti

Te Kaharoa ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Henare King
Keyword(s):  
New Zealand ◽  
Indigenous Knowledge ◽  
The Other ◽  
Swimming Pools ◽  
Far North ◽  
Aotearoa New Zealand

The book “The Tail of the Fish” was publised in 1968 and written by a Te Aupouri kuia, Matire Kereama (nee: Hoeft) of the far north of Aotearoa, New Zealand. I grew up with this book as my grandmother would read the stories to me at bedtime. Although my comprehension of each story was very vague and unrelatable to my life at that time, today, I find myself totally absorbed by the historical content and knowledge encapsulated in each chapter. I completed a Masters of Applied Indigenous Knowledge at Te Wananga o Aotearoa in 2017, entitled; Tales of the singing fish: He tangi wairua. I compsed twelve waiata (Maori songs) of which ten of the waiata was information extracted from ten chapters of the book. The other two waiata were composed specifically for my people of the Te Rarawa tribe, namely, Ahipara. Parents today can scarcely believe how the Māori children of long ago survived without cupboards full of ready-to-eat food. Yet they did survive wonderfully well and were healthy because they lived active outdoor lives, which developed their physical and resistance to disease.  Quite a big stream flowed through Hauturu settlement and contained many swimming pools. 

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