Education programmes are an integral part of contemporary museum practice and Aotea Utanganui is no exception. Rob Groat, our Educator is offering two programmes in Term 3 Pests and Predators and Secret Suitcase.
Pests and Predators examines the relationships between native and introduced animal species. Students will research the attributes of predators and some of the ways to control the impact of these animal pests on South Taranaki’s unique ecosystems.
Rob will lead this free programme at venues around the district for participating schools and he also hopes to run the programme in some of the district libraries during Conservation Week in September.
Secret Suitcase has a collection focus – it features a suitcase full of unusual and mysterious objects from the collection and asks the students to consider what they might be and how these objects could be used. The original intent of the object is as much a question as the possible uses it could have today. This programme is designed to tap into the imagination whilst exploring design and the use of materials.
The development and delivery of these programmes is a result of a partnership agreement between Aotea Utanganui and Puke Ariki. They are intended to connect to the curriculum and will be appropriately adapted for different age groups and learning levels. There are pre- and post- visit teacher resources available to enable maximum use of time and enhanced learning outcomes. Participation is free.
Subscribe to:
Post Comments (Atom)
No comments:
Post a Comment