Students at Cobham intermediate turned their hands/minds to the art of the ode thanks to a Foundation-arranged visit by poet Neema Singh. Livia Adams and May Fudakowska (Y8) describe the experience.
Education/News
Drumming up Asia learning in schools
Classrooms around the motu reverberated with the sound of taiko drumming thanks to a new Foundation programme bringing Asia-focussed activities to New Zealand schools.
Education/News
Christchurch students teach Japanese kids about Māori culture
We chat with Cobham Intermediate deputy principal Peter Fowler about the Christchurch school connecting with a school in Japan to develop cultural awareness among students.
News/News
An Asia OE - how to make it work
In this article, we look at options to live and work in Asia for school leavers, those in tertiary education and recent graduates.
The Asia New Zealand Foundation is launching a Champions programme to bring together leading educators who can act as amplifiers and role models, ensuring Asia is valued in New Zealand schools.
Education/Grant
Japan Study Grants
The Foundation’s Japan study grants assist secondary school classes (Years 9 to 13) to travel to Japan for study tours.
The Foundation and the New Zealand Olympic Committee have collaborated in producing a series of Years 7-10 social studies teaching and learning modules on the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games.
Resources/Resource
A day in the life of a Japanese high school student
This physical education unit explores the differences in lifestyles of students in New Zealand and Japan.
Resources/Resource
How to be a Sumo wrestler
In this Year 7-10 physical education unit, students will learn how to be a sumo wrestler and learning about the history and basic rules and techniques of the Japanese martial art.
Resources/Resource
Cultural Diversity resource
This Year 7-10 resource will guide social studies and health teachers to explore and discuss cultural diversity with their students.
