Students may experiment with original building materials to explore historic construction methods, discussing the links between people and land use.
Level
Year groups: 1-10
Curriculum levels: 1-5
Learning areas
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Maths |
Geometry and measurement (multiple AO) |
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Science |
Planet Earth and Beyond |
Earth systems – recognise the earth’s resources |
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Social Studies |
Understand how time and change affect peoples lives Understand how places in NZ are significant Understand how management of resources impacts on sustainability |
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Technology |
Technological Knowledge |
Technological modelling (multiple AO) Technological products |
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Nature of Technology |
Characteristics of technology – how environments impact on technology |
*If you have another learning area you wish to explore, we can adapt.
Learning objectives
Students will:
- make links between the landscape and social history experiment with material properties and building design
- can make comparisons between modern and historic high-country land use.
Key competencies
Thinking, participating and contributing
Details
Location: DOC Aoraki/Mount Cook Visitor Centre
Duration: Various depending on key focus
Hazard level: Minimal
Cost: LEOTC fee (presentation only)