What impact has the introduction of the action plan had on your classroom? We talked a lot about how different people have been treated differently in history, not just in NZ but the world. Focusing on Maori and Pasifika racism in history, but then how ingrained it is in what we do every day. We listened to people on radio and s

How did using this kit change the environment in your classroom? Our class were not so tolerant towards each other, but this brought them together somewhat. They still have their arguments/differences, but this is based on what they do - not who they are now.

“The resources were awesome! I was able to link it in with our inquiry on 'New Zealand', as we studied an A-Z type project about different things in NZ.”

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What impact has the introduction of the action plan had on your classroom? We were challenged as individuals and as a class to confront our previously unidentified or unknown bias and examine it in a way that made us question our viewpoints. We were given a platform in which to discuss topics that are sometimes easier to ignore.

How did using this kit change the environment in your classroom? Students became more open over the course of the kit to share ideas and feelings around bias and racism. Particularly things that they were made aware of during the Inquiry. Students were more willing to discuss ideas they may previously have thought of a

“The kit promoted discussions around topics that sometimes are uncomfortable and introduced the concept of racism in a non-confrontational but thought provoking way. The resources were of a very high standard and were on the whole well thought out.”

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What impact has the introduction of the action plan had on your classroom? To be honest - we didn't get this far with the kit but I would like to use it again in 2020 to do something like this. I felt that some of the stuff was a little bit ";too young"; for the Year 9s BUT I used the concepts of the kit.

How did using this kit change the environment in your classroom? I cannot answer this honestly because I did not use it totally in the way that was intended.

“This kit was aimed at Year 7-8 and I used parts of it with a Year 9 class. I did not use the whole kit as I was running out of time with other topics and it seemed like something that I would use more at the start of the year with a class. I initially got the kit to use with some of our learners who struggle with the level in a Year 9 classroom but I immediately saw that it really needed to be applied to the whole class.”

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What impact has the introduction of the action plan had on your classroom? Realisation that the world is affected by a colonised perspective and regarded as ";normalised bullyism";

How did using this kit change the environment in your classroom? It created ongoing discussion and strong reflective research amongst students to gain a greater self understanding.

“An excellent discussion tool to start the vital conversation around reflection, understanding, and seeing how racism and white privilege affects the lives of indigenous people on a daily and recurring basis. This situation did not go down well at all with senior management.”

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What impact has the introduction of the action plan had on your classroom? The action plan has complemented what I already teach my students about inclusion, respect, values, differences and co-operation. By asking the students to actively talk about each and every issue raised in the booklet we have been more inclusive and more

How did using this kit change the environment in your classroom? The awareness and understanding of the different cultures and the needs and expectations of each of these has been apparent in the way the students understand each other. I do not tolerate racism of any kind and this kit reinforced that at every level. Th

“This year I have spent a lot of time talking through with my year 7's the importance of inclusivity, respect and awareness of each other, our cultures, differences etc. This kit brought that all together for us and provided so many opportunities to encourage further development within these issues. My students are developing their understanding of the world of people around them through concrete activities. We have thoroughly enjoyed our kits this year.”

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How did using this kit change the environment in your classroom? Students became more aware of each other and were able to interact more positively with each other.

“This resource was great and really got my students thinking about their own background and their classmates backgrounds.”

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“A well crafted and thought provoking kit which allowed children to step out of their bubble and place themselves in other peoples shoes. Great tasks which provided empathy and understanding!”

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How did using this kit change the environment in your classroom? This kit will be useful when setting up my classroom for next year as I can use these concepts from the start.

“I have used the activities more for myself and haven't had a chance to use it with my class. It has made me think about how I recognise my students and reflect on how my class is set up.”

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