MAORI151-19A (HAM)

Te Raranga Kete: Introduction to Māori Fibre Arts

15 Points

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Donna Campbell

Donna Campbell
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donna.campbell@waikato.ac.nz

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Paper Description

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This paper is taught in English however the Māori language will be used frequently and is encouraged.

This paper is offered in FMIS. It contributes to the Māori and Indigenous Studies major, providing students with the opportunity to understand a Māori worldview from the basis of Māori Customary Lore. The paper is an introduction to theoretical and practical components of the Māori Fiber Arts with particular focus on binding and kono and kete pikau. Students learn to raranga with aspects of binding examining customary techniques along with modern day applications.

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Paper Structure

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Workshop activities are delivered in the studio space of Te Whare Tapere Iti at the Gallagher Academy of Performing Arts. Occasionally workshops may be delivered in lecture theaters on campus; you will be notified on Moodle and in class well in advance of location. Students are encouraged to practice tuakana/teina and to share their backgrounds and expertise with each other, in a supportive environment

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Learning Outcomes

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Students who successfully complete the course should be able to:

  • 1. Establish understanding and application of tikanga o te pā harakeke.
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  • 2. Demonstrate competency in creating taonga raranga.
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  • 3. Display dexterity in raranga techniques.
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  • 4. Demonstrate appropriate preparation techniques for mahi raranga.
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  • 6. Apply documentation and recording methods to a high standard.
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  • 7. Apply reflective practice.
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Assessment

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Assessment tasks for this paper are aligned with these learning outcomes and are a tool for leaning as well as for evaluation.

Bachelor of Arts (to which this paper contributes) graduates will have critical thinking skills, self-directed learning skills and specific skills relevant to their subject of choice. This paper also contributes to BSocSci.

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Assessment Components

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The internal assessment/exam ratio (as stated in the University Calendar) is 100:0. There is no final exam. The final exam makes up 0% of the overall mark.

The internal assessment/exam ratio (as stated in the University Calendar) is 100:0 or 0:0, whichever is more favourable for the student. The final exam makes up either 0% or 0% of the overall mark.

Component DescriptionDue Date TimePercentage of overall markSubmission MethodCompulsory
1. Assignment 1. Online test.
14 Mar 2019
No set time
10
  • Online: Submit through Moodle
2. Assignment 2: (Part I) Completion of 3 kono
11 Apr 2019
4:30 PM
20
  • Hand-in: Department Office
3. Assignment 2: (Part II) Learning journal.
11 Apr 2019
4:30 PM
25
  • Hand-in: Department Office
4. Assignment 3: (Part I) Small whāriki.
31 May 2019
12:30 PM
25
  • Hand-in: Department Office
5. Assignment 3 (Part II) Completed Learning Journal
31 May 2019
4:30 PM
20
  • Hand-in: Department Office
Assessment Total:     100    
Failing to complete a compulsory assessment component of a paper will result in an IC grade
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Required and Recommended Readings

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Required Readings

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These readings will be discussed in the test, details in Moodle. They will also be referred to throughout the course.

Puketapu-Hetet, E. 1999. Maori Weaving. Auckland NZ: Addison Wesley Longman.

Pendergrast, M.J.1982. Feathers and Fibre. A Survey of Traditional and Contemporary Māori Craft. Auckland: Penguin Books (N.Z.) Ltd.

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Recommended Readings

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Barrow, T.1995. An illustrated Guide to Māori Art. Auckland, N.Z: Reed.

Brown, C. 1978. Kete Making, Arts of the Māori Instructional Booklet. Art and Craft Branch, Department of Education, Wellington.

Mead, H.M. 1999. Te Whatu Taaniko - Taaniko Weaving: Technique and Tradition. (Rev. ed.) Reed: Auckland. N.Z.

Paki-Titi, Rora.1998. Rangimarie: Recollections of Her Life. Wellington. N.Z: Huia Publishers.

Pendergrast, M.J. 1975. Māori Basketry for Beginners. (Te Mahi Kete).Wellington: A.H. & A.W. Reed.

Pendergrast, M. & Brake. B. 1987. Te Aho Tapu : The Sacred Thread. Auckland. N.Z: Reed
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Other Resources

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Digital Camera/Phone

USB Stick

1 x A4 Visual Diary unlined, thick pages. Available from Bennets Books on campus

Although Stanley knives and scissors are supplied, it is recommended that you have your own tools to work with outside of studio.

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Online Support

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You can access the paper details (paper outline, files, assessment details, learning support etc) through Moodle. This paper is supported by video and readings weekly on Moodle.

The course recommended readings are accessible in Waikato Reading Lists, a resource management tool that allows teaching staff to provide you with the course related reading lists. Go to the Waikato Reading List via Moodle and search by our paper code (MAORI151), or the lecture's name Donna Campbell. Your will easily access your Course Reading List.

If you have any questions about using Moodle, Reading Lists, or other online support tools please seek assistance from your lecturer and tutor.

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Workload

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Learning hours for this course are 150 hours over 12 weeks, Consider learning hours to be the total of class time and your own time. Therefore, your should expect to spend four hours each week in class, and at least eight hours each week outside of class. Outside of class time you are expected to complete the readings, complete assignments and to practice mahi raranga. In order to learn raranga students must commit time to the practical application of this tipuna art form.

Students are expected to bring harakeke to class and also at times to bring prepared harakeke ready for weaving. Harakeke will be supplied for the first few sessions and from then on students must source their own harakeke according to Tikanga.

With your permission your work may be displayed in a public arena such as exhibition or performance.

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Linkages to Other Papers

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Support paper for major in BA, BMPD and B Soc Sci. This is an open elective paper.

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Restriction(s)

Restricted papers: TIKA151

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