Cultural Validation Quick Checklist

Overall Progress

0/5

Historical

0/5

Te Reo

0/5

Cultural

0/5

Tikanga

📚 Historical Accuracy

🔍 Key Focus: Ensure all historical facts, dates, events, and cultural figures are accurately represented and properly sourced.

Historical facts verified: All dates, events, and historical details have been cross-referenced with primary sources

Cultural figures respectfully represented: Māori leaders and historical figures are portrayed with appropriate mana and context

Primary sources cited: References to iwi histories, academic research, and official records are included

Contemporary relevance maintained: Historical content connects appropriately to current issues and student experiences

Iwi consultation completed: Relevant iwi have been consulted and have approved historical representations

🌿 Te Reo Māori Usage

🎯 Key Focus: Accurate macrons, appropriate cultural context, and correct grammar in all te reo Māori usage.

Macrons correctly placed: All te reo Māori words have accurate macron placement (ā, ē, ī, ō, ū)

Grammar and spelling accurate: Sentence structure, word order, and spelling follow correct te reo conventions

Cultural terms used appropriately: Tikanga-related terms are used in proper cultural context with clear explanations

Translations provided: English explanations or translations are included for accessibility

Te reo expert consultation: A qualified te reo Māori expert has reviewed and approved all language usage

🤝 Cultural Appropriateness

💫 Key Focus: Respectful representation, authentic cultural context, and empowering rather than appropriating Māori knowledge.

Respectful and empowering tone: Content honors Māori knowledge systems without appropriation or tokenism

Authentic representation: Māori perspectives are presented authentically, not through colonial or outsider lens

Cultural agency acknowledged: Content positions Māori as leaders and decision-makers, not victims or objects of study

No commodification of knowledge: Cultural values are treated as wisdom for learning, not tools to be extracted or exploited

Community approval obtained: Relevant Māori communities have reviewed and endorsed the cultural content

🛡️ Tikanga Protocols

⚡ Key Focus: Cultural safety, appropriate boundaries, and proper protocols for educational settings.

Appropriate cultural openings: Whakataukī, mihi, or cultural frameworks provide suitable context for learning

Educational boundaries respected: Content is suitable for classroom use and avoids sacred or tapu material

Cultural safety addressed: Guidance provided for teachers on sensitive topics and appropriate facilitation

Mana whenua acknowledged: Local iwi and tangata whenua are recognized and consulted where appropriate

Ongoing relationship commitment: Processes in place for continued consultation and relationship maintenance

Complete Assessment Above

Complete the checklist items above to receive your cultural validation recommendation.

💡 Quick Tips

Use this checklist during content development, not just at the end
If unsure about any item, seek cultural advisor guidance
Remember: It's better to ask than to assume
Document your consultation processes
Build relationships, not just compliance

⚠️ Red Flags

Using Māori concepts without understanding context
Making assumptions about iwi perspectives
Rushing cultural consultation processes
Treating cultural validation as a checkbox exercise
Avoiding difficult conversations about colonization