Case study of Rua Kenana.
Learning intentions Students are learning to…
Focus: What was the relationship between Maori and Pakeha before 1945?
- To understand developments in Maori leadership.
- To identify the impact of colonisation on traditional Maori social structures.
- To identify the impact of law on Maori communities.
- To understand the impact of government policy on Maori and Pakeha race relations.
- To identify perspectives.
Success criteria (How do students know they have achieved success?)
I can…
- I can understand ways in which Maori resisted Pakeha authority.
- I can discuss how law impacted on Maori communities.
- I can explain concepts such as separatism and sedition.
- I can identify perspectives.
Key Content to Cover
Key content:
- Maungapohatu.
- Tohunga Supression Act.
- Sly-grogging.
- Rua’s claims.
- Conflict with the law.
- Rua’s trial and sentencing.
Key concepts:
- Tohunga
- Sedition
- Separatism
Relevant Film Archive footage and Key Questions
DISC 1. LEADERS
Use the excerpts about Rua Kenana to reinforce classroom teaching.
Questions:
How has “accepted history” remembered Rua Kenana?
Do you think what happened to Rua Kenana was fair? Why/Why not?
