Akoranga ā-KImihanga | Quest-Based Learning

Energy Academy and Māui Studios created Te Haerenga for rangatahi to learn about Aotearoa’s true energy story.

Our aim is for all Aotearoa school learners to develop a strong understanding of their local energy assets and the stories behind them, and in doing so, access pathways to a sustainable career.

In 2020 we launched our first pūrākau, Te Haerenga o Tama rāua ko Kōtiro, and now we are building Te Haerenga - the quest-based game platform for rangatahi.

Pūrākau

In 2020 we created Te Haerenga o Tama rāua ko Kōtiro - a pick-a-path style pūrākau (graphic novel), set in the not-too-distant future, as two inquisitive rangatahi are prompted by an ailing Papatūanuku (earth mother) to seek knowledge pertaining to renewable energy sources to both safeguard the environment from future harm and benefit their communities.

As the pair traverse the motu (country), they join with other rangatahi to complete various tasks to overcome a series of obstacles to gain valuable insights from the atua – potent and powerful energies who preside over aspects of the environment. They also encounter individual experts in various fields who provide advice and assistance regarding sustainable energy and associated technology.

This pūrākau is accompanied by online learning resources and lesson plans for primary - early secondary school students.

Pēhea e kuhu mai ai | How to get involved

To create the best outcomes possible, we are collaborating with kura, schools, teachers, ākonga and subject matter experts across Aotearoa.

Teachers - if you are interested in helping us understand how we can make this the most valuable learning experience possible for ākonga, please reach out.

Ākonga - if you are a teacher or parent and have rangatahi in your corner who would like to be a part of the creation process of the game, we would love to hear from you.

If you are interested in collaborating with us, supporting this project, or would like to learn more, please reach out.