Target Group

Year 12 & 13 students (years 12-13)
Class size: 25 students

Duration

60 minutes

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Overview

This is a highly integrated lesson plan designed to align with Te Marautanga o Aotearoa for Māori-medium Year 12 and Year 13 students. The lesson covers concepts from Three learning areas:

• English (Reo Māori me te Pānui)
• Mathematics (Pāngarau)
• Social Studies (Whatumanawa me te Ao Māori)

It supports diverse learners through tailored differentiation strategies, clear success criteria, dyslexia-friendly resources, and extension opportunities for advanced learners. The learning activities foster cultural identity and utilise the five key competencies: Thinking, Using Language/Symbols/Texts, Managing Self, Relating to Others, and Participating and Contributing, as central to learning success.

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Learning Intentions & Success Criteria (WALT)

1. English (Reo Māori me te Pānui)

WALT:

• We are learning to critically analyse and compare Māori and English texts, understanding how language and cultural perspectives are conveyed.

Success Criteria:

• Use Māori and English texts to identify different cultural values and perspectives
• Demonstrate understanding of language features used purposefully across texts
• Express personal opinions supported by evidence from texts

2. Mathematics (Pāngarau)

WALT:

• We are learning to apply algebraic reasoning and problem-solving strategies to real-world contexts relevant to Māori communities.

Success Criteria:

• Interpret and solve algebraic problems using multiple methods
• Represent solutions clearly using diagrams and mathematical notation
• Collaborate to critique problem-solving approaches

3. Social Studies (Whatumanawa me te Ao Māori)

WALT:

• We are learning to explore whakapapa and manaakitanga to understand identity and community responsibilities.

Success Criteria:

• Discuss the importance of whakapapa and manaakitanga in Māori culture
• Reflect on how these concepts shape their identity and role within their community
• Present personal reflections using appropriate language and tikanga

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Lesson Sequence & Timing

Time (minutes)	Activity Description	Learning Area	Differentiation / Supports
0-10	Whakatau / Mihi whakatau (Welcome & Introduction)

• Brief oral introduction to kaupapa for the lesson
• Activate prior knowledge through a discussion about language, maths, and identity in te ao Māori | English / Social Studies | Allow support with key vocabulary cards; visual word banks on board | | 10-25 | Reading & Analysis
• Students read paired Māori and English cultural texts (provided as dyslexia-friendly PDFs and oral recordings)
• Use guided questions to analyse language features, perspective, and meaning | English | Use text-to-speech or read-aloud support; pair stronger readers with others | | 25-40 | Mathematics Problem Solving
• Present a real-world algebra problem involving whakapapa patterns or resource distribution
• Students work in small mixed-ability groups to solve and justify their approach using Māori context | Mathematics | Provide graphic organisers and step-by-step prompts; visual/modelling aids for abstract concepts | | 40-50 | Social Reflection & Discussion
• Guided discussion on whakapapa and manaakitanga connected to the maths problem context
• Students write a short reflection on how these values influence their role in their whānau or hapū | Social Studies | Option for students to use speech-to-text or oral presentation; sentence starters provided | | 50-60 | Sharing & Wrap-Up
• Volunteer students share reflections and maths strategies
• Recap WALT and success criteria
• Set extension task for advanced learners (advance algebra problems or deeper cultural text analysis for homework) | All areas | Extension through self-directed research or creative projects; scaffolding for those needing consolidation |

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Differentiation Strategies

• For diverse learners including dyslexia:

  • Provide texts in both print and audio formats
  • Use dyslexia-friendly fonts and layouts (e.g., OpenDyslexic font, high-contrast colours)
  • Break tasks into smaller steps with visual aids
  • Allow use of digital tools for calculations, writing, and reading support
  • Group work to enable peer support and collaboration

• For advanced learners:

  • Extension activity with algebra problems involving multiple variables or deeper cultural readings
  • Encouraged to lead group discussions or prepare a comparative analysis presentation
  • Opportunities to explore historical documents or taonga tuku iho related to whakapapa

• For Māori-medium learners:

  • Use of te reo Māori throughout lesson
  • Connect mathematical concepts with Māori cultural knowledge (e.g., tīrohanga o ngā whakapapa)
  • Discussions centred on tikanga and mātauranga Māori to enhance cultural identity

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Resources & Materials

• Māori and English paired texts related to Māori stories and cultural insights (dyslexia-friendly format with audio versions)
• Algebra problem sheets contextualised to Māori community examples
• Visual word banks and graphic organisers
• Technology: Tablets or laptops with text-to-speech software and digital note-taking supports
• Whiteboard and markers for modelling and visualisation

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Assessment for Learning

• Ongoing observation during group discussions and problem-solving to assess understanding and engagement
• Review students’ written reflections using a rubric aligned with success criteria for language and cultural insight
• Check maths solutions for procedural fluency, correct notation, and reasoning
• Use self and peer assessment to foster self-regulation and collaborative skills

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Alignment to Te Marautanga o Aotearoa Specifics

• Emphasises critical analysis and comprehension of texts (English focus) as articulated in Te Mātaiaho standards for Year 12-13 English, including understanding of cultural contexts and language features
• Utilises explicit teaching, rich tasks, mathematical communication, and problem-solving from the Te Mātaiaho Mathematics & Statistics framework for years 12-13【3:0-7†NZ-math-2025-curriculum-draft.pdf】
• Supports development of the five key competencies (Thinking, Using Language/Symbols/Texts, Managing Self, Relating to Others, Participating and Contributing) throughout all activities aligned with the New Zealand Curriculum principles outlined in Te Marautanga o Aotearoa【13:13-14†New Zealand Curriculum.html】
• Incorporates tikanga Māori and mātauranga Māori through use of whakapapa, manaakitanga, and language immersion, consistent with the curriculum’s focus on reflecting local tikanga and kaupapa Māori across learning areas【13:8-9†New Zealand Curriculum.html】
• Includes approaches to scaffold diverse learners including those with dyslexia by using accessible texts and multimodal teaching strategies

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Thank you for exploring this integrated, culturally rich and inclusive Year 12-13 lesson focused on language, maths, and identity through a Māori worldview!

Please let me know if you need further detail on any part or additional lesson plans. Kia kaha!