Tapatoru Ako Professional Practice Award - Introduction and Framework Overview This presentation introduces the Tapatoru Ako Professional Practice Award, designed to enhance professional development in tertiary education. Explore the foundation and evolution of the Tapatoru framework, beginning with its inception and development over the years. This session is tailored for educators, facilitators, and anyone involved directly with learners who are looking to deepen their reflective practice and integrate core values into their teaching methodologies. 1. Introduction to Tapatoru: Understand the essence of Tapatoru, its significance, and the benefits it brings to educational practice. 2. Cultural Integration: Learn how Mātauranga Māori and Pasifika perspectives enrich teaching experiences and learner engagement. 3. Professional Growth: Discover the pathways for continuous professional development through the Tapatoru framework, emphasizing reflective practice and learner-centered approaches. 4. Assessment and Recognition: Overview of the Tapatoru Portfolio Assessment process, explaining how educators can showcase their achievements and gain formal recognition. 5. Practical Tools: Introduction to tools like Pathways Awarua and the PLD Planner Tool, aimed at supporting educators in their professional development journey. This presentation is ideal for participants of the Tapatoru program, offering a structured guide to leveraging the framework effectively within their roles to foster an environment of excellence and continuous growth.

1. TAPATORU
The Tapatoru Ako Professional Practice Award
1.1 What is the Tapatoru?
Graeme Smith, Annette Tofaeono, and Michael Grawe

2. Karakia Tīmatanga
May the westerly winds subside
May the southerly winds subside
That freeze the land
And freeze the ocean
So that dawn brings with it
Ice, frost and chilly winds
So let wellness prevail!
Whakataka te hau ki te uru
Whakataka te hau ki te tonga
Kia mākinakina ki uta
Kia mātaratara ki tai
E hī ake ana te atakura
He tio, he huka, he hau hū
Tihei mauri ora!

3. Unlocking
Potential
with the
Tapatoru
Cultivate Capabilities
A holistic approach to professional growth
Reflective Practice
Deepen understanding & improve practice
Learner-centred
Nurture the complete well-being of ākonga
Growth Pathway
A journey of continuous professional development
Mātauranga Māori
Embed traditional wisdom to enrich learning & teaching

4. Te Whakapapa o te Tapatoru
2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2023 2024
Investment in
Literacy &
Numeracy
Infrastructure
Tapatoru
Commissioned
Tapatoru
Consultation
Tapatoru V.1
Launched
Tapatoru
Pilots
Tapatoru V.2
with
Solomon
Group
Tapatoru V.3
with Te Mahi
Ako
Skills4Work
Whitecliffe
Blueprint
Hairtotrain
PCTI
Te Haerenga
Tapatoru
2024
You and your
organisation
&
Waiting
List…!
Ako Explored
Artificial
Intelligence
More new
content
Pathways
Awarua
Development
Ako Effective
practice model
Neurodiversity
Online
Delivery
Portfolio
Assessment

6. Emphasise Values-Led Education
Prioritise principles in teaching and learning for meaningful outcomes
Recognise Educator Excellence
Celebrate and formally acknowledge the skills and accomplishments of educators
Ako Integration
Delve into the depth of ako enriched by Māori and Pasifika perspectives
What are the Benefits?

7. Diversity in Literacy, Numeracy & Learning Differences
Expand your understanding of learning including learning differences
Expert Guidance
Benefit from personalised coaching and mentoring by Ako Aotearoa's experienced
facilitators
Customised Development Path
Engage in a professional learning and development journey crafted to fit your
needs
What are the Benefits?

8. Understanding Te Haerenga Tapatoru
Structure, Content, and Assessment Process
A Professional Learning Journey to Excellence
Access &
Enhance
Engage &
Support
Showcase
& Achieve
Recognition
Planning

9. Understanding Te Haerenga Tapatoru
Structure, Content, and Assessment Process
A Professional Learning Journey to Excellence
Access &
Enhance
Engage &
Support
Showcase
& Achieve
Recognition
Planning
Start with our PLD
Planner Tool to
align your goals
with the available
content
Access free &
premium resources
through Pathways
Awarua, email &
our other
programmes
Join online sessions
to solidify your
learning & receive
expert coaching
Engage in a
korero/talanoa to
reflect on your
practice backed up
by your referees
and CV
Conclude with the
Tapatoru Award, a
testament to your
dedication and skill

10. Understanding Te Haerenga Tapatoru
Structure, Content, and Assessment Process
A Professional Learning Journey to Excellence
Access &
Enhance
Engage &
Support
Showcase
& Achieve
Recognition
Planning
Start with our PLD
Planner Tool to
align your goals
with the available
content
Access free &
premium resources
through Pathways
Awarua, email &
our other
programmes
Join online sessions
to solidify your
learning & receive
expert coaching
Engage in a
korero/talanoa to
reflect on your
practice backed up
by your referees
and CV
Conclude with the
Tapatoru Award, a
testament to your
dedication and skill
Core Elements
Values, Kupu, Organisational
& Personal Needs
Development Areas
Māori & Pacific
Literacy, Numeracy, Learning
Differences
New Content
Ako Explored
Ed Tech, AI

13. annette.tofaeono@ako.ac.nz
graeme.smith@ako.ac.nz
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He pātai?
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Kia ora! Thank you!

14. Kia hora te marino
Kia whakapapa pounamu te moana
Kia tere te kārohirohi
Ki mua i tō huarahi
Karakia Whakamutunga
May the calm be widespread
May the sea be flat like greenstone
And may the summer haze
Dance before your pathway