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OLD SCHOOL WAYS
DIGITAL RESOURCES
DIGITAL RESOURCES
OLD SCHOOL WAYS
OLD SCHOOL WAYS
TE WHAKAMĀORI
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Find kupu and their context
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TE WHAKAMAHI I TE A.I
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Ask questions – get answers
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Compare dictionaries
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Te Aka Māori Dictionary
Comprehensive meanings
Reliable Māori–English
Definitions & examples for all
Option overload
Difficult to choose correct term
Some modern terms missing
2
Ngata Dictionary
Kupu in context
Copy/paste paragraphs
Proofing/constructing sentences
Complex usage
Complex for beginners
Slower to navigate
3
Paekupu
Category-based kupu
Distinguishes kupu in categories
Progressive / new / modern kupu
Narrow scope
Mostly modern (unfamiliar) terms
Explanation in Te Reo only
AKO MĀ TE WHAKARONGO
L
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Pronunciation and audio content
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Podcasts
Radio
Compare AI models
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Chat GPT
Conversational learning
Conversational tutor
Ask questions specific to you
Pro limitations
Limited number of pro uses
Create an account to use
2
Google Gemini
Google integration
Pro is free for Google users
Generate images for free
Speed
Not ideal if google account user
Bit slower than Chat GBT
AKO MĀ TE MĀTAKI
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Demonstration and visual content
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TV shows
Youtube channels
Compare audio
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Pods & Radio
Time
Reo level
Use for
Hōha
1
Taringa
Medium
30–45 min
Beginner
Accessible, easy
Reo & tikanga
All things Te Ao
Not much
Short, engaging episodes
2
Everyday Māori
Short
10 - 20min
Intermediate
Simple phrases
Applicable reo
Practice daily reo
Not much
Bite-sized, easy to follow
3
Whakamāori
Medium
30–45 min
Intermediate
Builds vocab
Advanced reo
Fluent speakers
It’s OK
Longer, requires concentration
4
Up to Speed
with Te ReoShort
10 - 20min
Beginner
Accessible, easy
Fast reo
Rapid learning
Not much
Very short, easy content
5
Radio Waatea
Long
1hr +
All levels
Full immersion
Fluency in reo
No english
Less structured
Constant talking
AKO MĀ TE TĀKARO
P
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Engagement with fun challenges
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Apps
Compare shows
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Shows
Time
Reo level
Use for
Hōha
1
Speak Māori
Short
10 - 20min
Beginner
Clear, structured lessons
Building basics
Guided phrases & pronunciation
Not much
short, easy to follow
2
Waka Huia
Long
1hr +
Advanced
Fluent kōrero & tikanga
Cultural immersion
Kaumātua stories
It’s OK
Requires focus, reading subs
3
Starting In Te Reo Māori
Short
10 - 20min
Beginner
Step-by-step guidance
Foundations
Pronunciation & grammar
Not much
Encouraging tone
4
Arataua
Short
10 - 20min
Intermediate
Accessible, TBD
Conversational fluency
Real reo dialogue
Hard to follow
Less English
5
Whakaata Māori
Long
1hr +
Advanced
Mix of reo and English
Everyday context
Shows, culture, interviews
It’s OK
Level changes per show
6
Te Karere
Short
10 - 20min
Intermediate
Fluent reo news
Current events
Māori world news
Hard to follow
Fast delivery, little translation
NOTE-TAKING TOOLS
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Personal organisation and insight
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Apple devices
Google accounts
All devices
Compare games
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Games
Players
Reo level
Use for
Hōha
1
Drops
Solo
Play anytime
Beginner
Accessible, easy
Vocab boost
Visual word matching
Not much
Quick, interactive bursts
2
Kupu
Solo
Phone camera
Beginner
Visual reo link
Word recall
Objects & translation
Not much
Quick, interactive bursts
3
Reo Ora
Solo
Phone camera
Intermediate
Guided lessons
Structured learning
Progressive modules
It’s OK
Less game-like, more study
4
Kahoot
Group
3-10+ players
All levels
Mix of reo & quiz fun
Revision practice
Quick recall & competition
Not much
Lively, social, engaging
5
Tākaro
Few
2–6 players
Beginner
Card-based
Whānau play
Reinforce kupu & phrases
Not much
Lively, social, engaging
6
Kaupapa
Group
2-9 players
Intermediate
Discussion-based
Conversation skills
Prompts for kōrero
It’s OK
Depends on group energy
7
Pakiaka
Few
2–6 players
Advanced
Strategy & vocab
Thinking in reo
Link words & meanings
It’s OK
Slower play
NGĀ RAUEMI WHAKAŪ
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Memorisation through repetition
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Flash cards
Compare notes
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Notes
Used by
Device
Use for
Hōha
1
Notion
Solo +
Digital diary
Mobile & desktop
Available on apple and android
Digital diary
Interconnected knowledge database
Difficult
Very customisable makes it complex
2
Apple Notes
Solo
Personal notes
Mainly mobile
Apple devices only
Quick capture
Ideas, thoughts, words on the go
Not much
All apple devices have it installed
3
Google Docs
To share
Collaborate with others
Mainly desktop
Read on mobile, edit on desktop
Source of truth
One document, multi-user input
It’s OK
Commonly used
Compare revision tools
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Revision tools
Cost
Set-up
Use for
Hōha
1
Quizlet
Free
Optional fee
Low
Quick to set up and start
Reo & tIkanga
Matching, audio, and testing modes
Not much
Easy, visual, engaging
2
Mochi
Free / Cost
Annual
sub for mobile
Intermediate
Accessible, TBD
Structured revision
Daily spaced repetition
It’s OK
Setup needed, syncing quirks
NGĀ RAUEMI MATIHIKO
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Straight to business
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Translate & ask
Dictionaries
AI models
Listen & watch
Podcasts
Youtube channels
Play
Gamified apps
Notes & practice
Documentation
Flash cards
NGĀ RAUTAKI TAWHITO
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Something for the boomers
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Translate & ask
Books
Whānau
Listen & watch
Radio stations
TV shows
Play
Table-top games
Notes & practice
Documentation
Visual cues
TE WHAKAMĀORI
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S
L
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T
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Find kupu and their context
F
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x
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Waea
Call Aunty
Might cost you a 30min chat and a growling.
Pukapuka
Māori dictionary
Go find that dusty book.
Compare dictionaries
1
Te Aka Māori Dictionary
Comprehensive meanings
Reliable Māori–English
Definitions & examples for all
Option overload
Difficult to choose correct term
Some modern terms missing
2
Ngata Dictionary
Kupu in context
Copy/paste paragraphs
Proofing/constructing sentences
Complex usage
Complex for beginners
Slower to navigate
3
Paekupu
Category-based kupu
Distinguishes kupu in categories
Progressive / new / modern kupu
Narrow scope
Mostly modern (unfamiliar) terms
Explanation in Te Reo only
TE WHAKAMAHI I TE A.I
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N
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A
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Ask questions – get answers
A
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w
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Compare AI models
1
Chat GBT
Conversational learning
Conversational tutor
Ask questions specific to you
Pro limitations
Limited number of pro uses
You need to create an account
2
Google Gemini
Google integration
Pro is free for Google users
Generate images for free
Slow speed
Bit slower than Chat GBT
No google account = Not ideal
AKO MĀ TE WHAKARONGO
L
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T
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N
&
L
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A
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N
Pronunciation and audio content
P
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Podcasts
Compare audio
1
Taringa
Medium
15–30 min
Beginner
Accessible, easy
Reo & tIkanga
All things Te Ao
Not much
Short, engaging episodes
2
Everyday Māori
Short
10 - 20min
Intermediate
Simple phrases
Applicable reo
Practice daily reo
Not much
Bite-sized, easy to follow
3
Whakamāori
Medium
20–40 min
Intermediate
Builds vocab
Advanced reo
Fluent speakers
It’s OK
Longer, requires concentration
4
Up to Speed
with Te ReoShort
10–15 min
Beginner
Accessible, easy
Fast reo
Rapid learning
Not much
Very short, easy content
5
Radio Waatea
Long
1hr+
All levels
Full immersion
Fluency in reo
No english
Less structured
Constant talking
AKO MĀ TE MĀTAKI
W
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C
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&
L
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A
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N
Demonstration and visual content
D
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Youtube channels
TV shows
Compare shows
1
Speak Māori
Short
10 - 20min
Beginner
Clear, structured lessons
Building basics
Guided phrases & pronunciation
Not much
Short, easy to follow
2
Waka Huia
Long
30min - 1hr +
Advanced
Fluent kōrero & tikanga
Cultural immersion
Kaumātua stories
It’s OK
Requires focus, reading subs
3
Starting In Te Reo Māori
Short
10 - 20min
Beginner
Step-by-step guidance
Foundations
Pronunciation & grammar
Not much
Encouraging tone
4
Arataua
Short
10–15 min
Intermediate
Natural reo
Conversational fluency
Real reo dialogue
Hard to follow
Less English
5
Whakaata Māori
Long
1hr+
Advanced
Mix of reo and English
Everyday context
Shows, culture, interviews
It’s OK
Level changes per show
6
Te Karere
Short
10 - 20min
Intermediate
Fluent reo news
Current events
Māori world news
Hard to follow
Fast delivery, little translation
AKO MĀ TE TĀKARO
P
L
A
Y
&
L
E
A
R
N
Engagement with fun challenges
E
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m
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w
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f
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c
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a
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l
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Gamified apps
Table-top games
Compare games
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Drops
Solo
Play anytime
Beginner
Accessible, easy
Vocab boost
Visual word matching
Not much
Quick, interactive bursts
2
Kupu
Solo
Phone camera
Beginner
Visual reo link
Word recall
Objects & translation
Not much
Quick, interactive bursts
3
Reo Ora
Solo
Phone camera
Intermediate
Guided lessons
Structured learning
Progressive modules
It’s OK
Less game-like, more study
4
Kahoot
Group
3-10+ players
All levels
Mix of reo
& quiz funRevision practice
Quick recall & competition
Not much
Lively, social, engaging
6
Kaupapa
Group
2-8 players
Intermediate
Discussion-based
Conversation skills
Prompts for kōrero
It’s OK
Depends on group energy
7
Pakiaka
Few
2–6 players
Advanced
Strategy & vocab
Thinking in reo
Link words & meanings
It’s OK
Slower play
NOTE-TAKING TOOLS
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Personal organisation and insight
P
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Apple devices
Compare notes
1
Notion
Solo & group
Personal & shared information
Mobile & desktop
Available on apple and android
Digital database
Interconnected stored knowledge
Difficult
Very customisable makes it complex
2
Apple Notes
Solo
Personal notes
Mainly mobile
Appl devices only
Quick capture
Ideas, thoughts, words on the go
Not much
All apple devices have it installed
3
Google Docs
Shared
Share link or email
Mainly desktop
Read on mobile, edit on desktop
Source of truth
One document, multi-user input
It’s OK
Commonly used
NGĀ RAUEMI WHAKAŪ
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Memorisation through repetition
M
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Flash cards
Compare revision tools
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Quizlet
Free
Optional paid upgrade
Low
Quick to set up and start
Vocab recall
Matching, audio, and testing modes
Not much
Easy, visual, engaging
2
Mochi
Free / Cost
Annual subscription
Medium
Markdown cards, spaced review
Structured revision
Daily spaced repetition
It’s OK
Setup needed, syncing quirks
NGĀ RAUEMI MATIHIKO
D
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A
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R
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S
O
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C
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Straight to business
S
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g
h
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t
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b
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n
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s
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Translate
Dictionaries
Questions
AI models
Listen
Watch
Youtube channels
Notes
Documentation
NGĀ RAUEMI O MUA
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C
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O
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W
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Something for the boomers
S
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f
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b
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Translate
Books
Questions
Whānau
Listen
Radio stations
Watch
TV shows
Play
Table-top games
Notes
Documentation
Practice
Not a kura. Not a wānanga. Think of it as your kaitautoko, the thing that sits beside you, nudges you forward, and helps you keep going.
It exists for learners who are trying, practising, getting it wrong, and showing up anyway.