Day 3: Social Systems
Activity 1: Mixed-Member Proportional (MMP)
In 1996, New Zealand adopted the MMP voting system.
In September of 2017 we had a national election. Everyone
in New Zealand, over the age of 18, was invited to vote for
who they wanted to form the next government in New
Zealand. The race was really close and in the end, three
different political parties (Labour, New Zealand First and
the Green Party), came together to form the new government.
It is called a ‘coalition government’ because it includes different
people from different political parties.
Imagine that you had to form a coalition government with two
other people. Who would you choose to partner with?
I would form a coalition with my son, Aronui, and with my
friend, Amber. Aronui would be a great addition to the coalition
because he is funny and kind. He would make us laugh and take
care of us. Amber would be great because she is really smart and
thoughtful. She is also good at making decisions. I think that we
would form a great team. What about you? Who would you choose?
Why?
I would form a coalition with my friend Danny, and my young
brother Mason. Danny is smart, gives a helping hand and makes
good decision. He also will keep track on things that we forget.
Mason is a good and confident speaker. He will get things done
very quickly. He also is very smart at maths and reading. Together
we can improve to get better. This is a my coalition team.
Activity 2: Migration
Over the past few decades, there has been a huge rise in
the number of people coming to New Zealand to live
and/or travel. I was one of those people! In fact, I moved
with my family to New Zealand in 2010 and I am so glad
that I did. It’s a pretty amazing place to call home! At the
moment I live about 10 minutes from three stunning beaches
and a beautiful national park.
Speaking of home, where do you live? On your blog, please
post a picture of your hometown and provide a list of three
things that tourists, like us, could do if we came to visit. What
do you like most about your hometown? (Remember the guidelines
for being Cybersmart, and never post your address online).
Hometown - GI (Glen Innes) / Auckland
1. Te Oro - I live somewhere close to G.I. At G.I there
are shops, library, supermarkets (Pak N Save, countdown)
and also playground. There is a place where tourist can visit
and that is Te Oro. Te Oro is a place where you can build up
your courage at dancing, singing and more. Te Oro Will be great
for tourist for they can see and watch kids having good fun.
2. Museum - The museum is a very awesome place for tourist
to visits. At the museum there are amazing work of art, things
from the old days, rare things from around the world and
also new fashion equipments. Tourist will love the museum.
3. GI Centre - GI Centre is a amazing place to walk around
and see different places. Tourist can see all the stores and
might even take a look inside. GI is where I live.
Museum in the morning
Museum at night
Bonus Activity: Modern Learning Environments
Over the past few years, a number of schools have changed
the way that they teach. Instead of one teacher working in
one classroom with one group of students, some schools have
built huge classrooms where many teachers work together
to teach a big group of students. This is called a ‘Modern
Learning Environment’ (MLE).
Some people prefer Modern Learning Environments
while others aren’t so sure. Take a look at the pictures
above. The one on the left is a photograph of a traditional
classroom, and the picture on the right is of a Modern
Learning Environment.
Imagine that you are a teacher, and design your own
classroom. What would it look like? What furniture
would you have? I would love to have some beanbags for
reading on.
Draw a floorplan of your classroom (either in Google Draw or on paper)
and upload it to your blog. Describe what is special about your
classroom and why you designed it this way.
I’ve drawn a classroom with pink carpet and bright coloured
tables. I also included a kitchen so that we can do cooking
every day and a HUGE bookshelf because I love to read!
What would you like to see in your classroom?
This is what I would want my classroom to look like. I added
beanbags, tables to learn on, computers, Bookshelf, 2 class
doors, A place to hook your bag, the mat area, whiteboard,
teachers desk and also green carpet.
BONUS POINTS: 18
