Working collaboratively and building leadership capability
Build confidence and capability as a middle leader in a New Zealand secondary school while deepening understanding of Te Tiriti-informed leadership
Course overview
Developed in partnership with PPTA and Victoria University of Wellington, this 5-point micro-credential course is taught over one school term. It includes online self-paced modules, 3 live online webinars and a one-day face-to-face workshop, with some small assessment activities. Full course enrolment costs are funded by the PPTA, including costs for travel to attend the workshop (more information on this is provided below under Further Information and once the course starts).
The course has been designed with the four articles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi as a framework and each module is based on aspects of Te Tiriti. On completion of the micro-credential requirements you will be awarded a digital badge.
This micro-credential course will focus on developing the leadership capability of middle leaders working in secondary schools in Aotearoa New Zealand.
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What you'll learn
- Characteristics of leadership
- Personal identity – you as a leader
- Collective leadership
- Indigenous leadership frameworks with a focus on Māori and Pasifika leadership
- Developing leadership in others
- Personal leadership opportunities
- Contributing to a safe and supportive school culture
- Mana enhancing leadership practices
Course modules
This micro-credential course is delivered as five modules over 9 weeks:
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Tangata Whenuatanga: Te ao Māori perspectives on leadership.
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Pukengatanga: Characteristics and capabilities of effective leadership.
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Rangatiratanga: Cultivating leadership in others – acknowledging a person’s chiefliness.
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Kōtahitanga: Contributing to a trusting and collaborative culture in your school and community.
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Maheretanga: Looking to the future.
Further Information
Teaching format and assessment
A variety of approaches will be used in the course delivery including reflective tasks, collaborative tasks, readings, and videos.
Workload: Approximately 30 hours of self-paced learning and 12 hours of in-person and live online learning.
Assessments: Assessment tasks include 3 assignments. All assessment items must be completed for a student to pass this micro-credential course.
Other requirements: Attendance at all webinars and the face-to-face workshop are also required to receive the micro-credential.
Reimbursements
The PPTA will cover travel, accommodation, and childcare costs, up to the total value of $500 (including GST), in order for you to attend the workshop. The cost of TRDs are not covered by the PPTA.
More information about reimbursements will be given upon registration and reimbursement forms will be available to course participants via email after the face-to-face workshop.
Contact
If you would like more information about this micro-credential, please email:
Crystal Collins
Programme Coordinator Education
crystal.collins@vuw.ac.nz
or
Elizabeth Craker
Education Programme Manager
elizabeth.craker@vuw.ac.nz
Study towards a Master's degree using micro-credentials
This course has been developed to specifically focus on supporting secondary teachers to build classroom and leadership capability. By successfully completing this course and any two of the below micro-credentials participants achievement can be recognised towards the Master of Secondary School Leadership (MSSL) and Master of Education (MEd) programmes at Victoria University of Wellington, opening up potential further learning and career pathway opportunities.
- Effective mentoring practices for secondary teachers in Aotearoa NZ
- Contemporary Secondary Teaching Approaches for Aotearoa New Zealand
- Supporting Student Success in Mathematics Learning
Here's what others are saying
“This was a fantastic course and great mix of face to face, individual and online learning.”
“I am feeling more confident that I will be able to go forward and apply the skills learnt in order to be a better leader.”
Upcoming Courses & Delivery Options
09 May 2025 | Online
Duration: 9 weeks
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