Facilitator: Nick and Lauren
When: Monday 9:00AM - 12:00PM
Where: Discovery Hub
Extra Fees: N/A

Description:
Explore different aspects of Māori culture, learning about the history of Aotearoa before, during, and after the signing of Te Tiriti ō Waitangi.

You will learn:
• Te Tiriti Understanding: explore the history and ongoing significance of Te Tiriti o Waitangi
• Te Reo Māori Vocabulary: build a growing collection of everyday kupu (words) and phrases
• Whakapapa Connection: reflect on personal ancestry and its place within wider community
• Waiata Learning: learn and practise Māori songs to connect with language and culture
• Cultural Awareness: gain insight into Māori values, customs, and worldviews
• Place Name Knowledge: understand the meaning and stories behind Aotearoa’s place names
• Respectful Engagement: build confidence interacting with te ao Māori in a meaningful way
• Group Reflection: share learning journeys and deepen understanding together through kōrero and collaboration

Other Info:
• An interest in te ao māori (the Māori world) and te reo māori (māori language) is preferred. If people have goals around this learning, that is also preferred. But anyone is welcome.
(please let us know if low literacy so we can plan accordingly) 
• The material in this class are a repeat of previous semesters. It is not recommended to join if you have completed this class previously.

Facilitator: Jennifer
When: Wednesday 9:00am - 12:00pm
Where: Meet at SkillWise
Extra Fees: N/A

Description:
Explore Ōtautahi | Christchurch heritage sites, while walking through the city and learning about its history, landmarks, and stories.

You will learn:
• About Christchurch Heritage buildings.
• To build relationships through sharing conversations on local heritage and history.

What to bring:
• Appropriate clothing and shoes for walking.
• Afternoon tea and a bottle of water.

Other Info:
• Class will depart at 12:45PM sharp, meet at the outside table.
• Mobility is required for long walks (Must be able to walk confidently from SkillWise to The Art Gallery and back).

Facilitator: Cherry
When: Wednesday 9:00AM - 12:00PM
Where: Auditorium
Extra Fees: N/A

Description:
We learn about movies. We also go through the process of making short videos including planning, filming, and editing.

You will learn:
• The process of making movies. 
• Some learners will learn more about using a camera, acting, and/or editing. 
• Learn more about popular movies.

What to bring:
N/A

Other Info:
There is usually a movie outing to Reading Cinema at the end of terms 2 and 4.

Facilitator: Jonny
When: Wednesday 12:45PM - 3:00PM 
Where: Auditorium
Extra Fees: N/A

Description:
Work together on creative video projects while developing filming, editing, acting, and production skills.

You will learn:
• Learn the process of video editing and production.  
• Contribute creative ideas to shape video projects.  
• Develop editing skills including an understanding of greenscreen, audio, colour, titles, and transitions.  
• Learn how to use cameras, microphones, lighting, and upload footage.

What to bring:
N/A

Other Info:
N/A

Facilitator: Stan
When: Wednesday 12:45PM - 3:00PM 
Where: Model Making Room
Extra Fees: N/A

Description:
Plan and then record a monthly radio program at Plains Media studios.

You will learn:
• Planning the script. 
• Choosing and listening to music.
• Confidence in front of a microphone. 

What to bring:
N/A

Other Info:
N/A

Facilitator: Cherry
When: Wednesday 12:45PM - 3:00PM
Where: Discovery Hub
Extra Fees: N/A

Description:
Practice writing in your way. We publish the SkillWise newsletter at the end of each month. We also practice scrapbooking to learn how to put pages together, and there is the opportunity to learn aspects of Canva (online design tool).

You will learn:
• Learners have the opportunity to develop their writing. 
• Work on making pages for the newsletter and practice cutting and pasting.  
• Tech-savvy learners can learn how to use Canva.

What to bring:
• Pen

Other Info:
Cannot always guarantee one-on-one support, so at times learners will do self-directed things like cutting and pasting images or writing.

Facilitator: Cherry
When: Friday 12:45PM - 3:00PM 
Where: Model Making Room
Extra Fees: N/A

Description:
Become more confident in using your device and how to keep yourself safe online. Bring the device you want to learn more about, like your phone or tablet.

You will learn:
• Recognise scams, identify risks, and learn ways to stay safe online.  
• Develop strategies for handling suspicious messages, cyberbullying, and other online challenges.  
• Learn basic functions such as taking screenshots, changing settings, and managing device features.

What to bring:
• Device you want to learn how to use more, like your phone, tablet or ipad

Other Info:
Learning material is repeated each semester.