Course Objectives – Poutama

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

1. Understand the significance of poutama as a symbol and framework for growth in learning, personal development, and professional practice.
2. Reflect on the influence of mindset, perception, and emotional readiness on your own learning journey and on the learners you support.
3. Explore the role of social, cultural, and relational contexts in shaping how people learn, drawing from both Māori principles and Western educational theory.
4. Apply key concepts from learning theory and neuroscience in ways that enhance inclusive and culturally responsive practice.
5. Use poutama as a practical tool for personal wayfinding, professional development, and supporting the growth of others.
6. Develop a kete (toolkit) of resources and strategies you can use in your everyday work to support learning at all levels.