Early childhood education

Early childhood teachers in Aotearoa New Zealand are guided by Te Wh?riki and T?taiako to respectfully implement M?ori cultural knowledge, values and practices throughout the day to day teaching and learning experiences within their early childhood centres.  For some teachers this is a new journey and for others, a continuing one. Introduce your essay by reflecting on your learning journey and articulating your knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and M?ori cultural knowledge, values and practices. Consider why a commitment to these areas is important and what you can do in order to grow and develop your learning journey further. Then select two practices encompassing M?ori cultural knowledge and values that can be effectively implemented into an early childhood centre. ·       Explain how they honour Te Tiriti o Waitangi ·       Examine their importance and contribution to children’s learning and early childhood education  ·       Explain how they can be authentically implemented; and ·       Identify what teaching strategies and professional/personal goals can support the ongoing development of these practices Explore practical ways to support key aspects of kaupapa M?ori, tikanga M?ori, and te reo M?ori in early childhood contexts   Critically examine historical and contemporary perspectives in relation to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and The Treaty of Waitangi   Critically analyse and apply strategies for ongoing bicultural development and Tiriti-based early childhood education