A mātauranga Scientist/communicator and Associate Professor/Research Ecologist at the AUT School of Science, specialising in Conservation Biology of endangered species and Kaitiakitanga, John Perrott possesses a rich volume of knowledge on the flora and fauna of Aotearoa New Zealand. In conversation with NZASE science
communicator Sneha Pillai, Associate Professor John Perrott reflects on his journey as a kaitiaki and conservation
biologist
S1.3 NZASE practice assessment resources
S1.4 NZASE practice assessment resources
Safety and Science/Pūtaiao: Guidance for Aotearoa New Zealand Schools and Kura
Safety and Science/Pūtaiao: Guidance for Aotearoa New Zealand Schools and Kura full document download and link to the MoE website.
Read MoreScience communicators Mikhal Stone and Jenny Rankine
Mike Stone and Jenny Rankine are the dynamic duo who produced the NZASE Pānui for the last five years. In conversation with the current Science Communicator, Heather Goodey, they have shared their journey as former science communicators, their passion for their work and highlights from their time with NZASE.
Read MorePhysics in Sport | Windsurfing
A3 poster looking at the forces involved in the hydro foiling windsurfers in the 2024 Olympics.
Read MorePhysics in Sport | Pole Vaulting
An A3 poster on energy transformations in the pole vault in the Olympics 2024.
Read MoreKiwi Genetics and Evolution
Our national bird is both rare and endangered. We often hear about the conservation of kiwi, but less about how they came to be here and the traits they show. Guest author Mike Stone explores the genetics and evolution of kiwi.
Read MoreTiakitanga PLD resources
Tiakitanga article and Student resource to complement teacher PLD.
Read MoreTiakitanga
Many schools use the term kaitiakitanga to mean caring for our environment as a responsible NZ citizen. While a worthwhile aspiration, nevertheless it can unintentionally ride roughshod over a Māori tikanga with deeper meanings which need to be considered.
In consultation with Nick Bryant (Ngāpuhi, Ngati Whatua) Mike Stone learns more about kaitiakitanga and tiakitanga.