Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
- Start Date: 27 Nov, 2023
- 3 weeks
- Study Content: Videos
Discover the social history of Aotearoa New Zealand, learning how the country’s bicultural national consciousness was formed.
Course Fee: Free
Certificate Cost: See Fees and Eligibility
Course Description
This course is made available through the eLearnAfrica and FutureLearn partnership.
Identify the factors that have contributed to New Zealand’s cultural identity
New Zealand’s social history is built on a foundation of exploration and colonial conflict.
On this three-week course, you’ll access artefacts, treasures, and exhibitions within Te Papa Tongarewa’s collections to discover how New Zealand culture has evolved over time, identifying key historical moments that have impacted the formation of a national identity.
Track the migration of the first Māori people to settle on these islands
Travelling back to ~1280 AD, you’ll learn how Pacific navigators braved the ocean to become the first human settlers of Aotearoa.
You’ll learn how they made these islands their own, creating a culture reflecting the natural environment around them using folklore and festivities.
Building on this knowledge, you’ll explore how contemporary New Zealanders are taking steps to protect their heritage and recognise Māori customs.
Examine the impact of British colonialism and the power struggle that followed
With the arrival of western explorers and British settlers came conflict, colonisation, and a bloody legacy that is still felt today.
You’ll chart how colonialism threatened the Māori way of life, eventually resulting in the Treaty of Waitangi. You’ll assess the reasons for the treaty and analyse the problems it created.
Viewing the treaty from an indigenous perspective, you’ll be able to identify colonial bias and reflect on the impact of the treaty on people today.
Explore the role of Te Papa Tongarewa as a living museum
The ever evolving bicultural society of Aotearoa has helped shape a nation’s unique perspective on culture and heritage.
In the final week of this course, you’ll learn how Te Papa Tongarewa continues to protect and preserve Māori culture, bringing together social and natural history to celebrate a fascinating, yet complex culture.
This course is designed for anyone with an interest in the Pacific region, museums, science, history, culture, or the arts.
It is suitable for anyone wanting to gain introductory insights into New Zealand history and culture.
Certificate cost may vary. You will be redirected to the host page for cost and payment options.
Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
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