Pac Rim 2008 Info
Pac Rim Workshop—Pono: A Way of Life and Living—Native Hawaiian Practice & Application
By Lilette A Subedi
Tuesday, April 15th, 2008: 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm in the Hilo Room, on the topic of Culturally Responsive Education
The Hawaiian word “pono” means much more than goodness or righteousness. This session will focus on the traditional native Hawaiian understanding of pono and how it can be integrated and applied in our contemporary educational system. Based on Malcolm Naea Chun’s current work for the Ka Wana Series, we will journey together through discussion and activities on a pathway of discovery as to how pono can enhance teaching and learning.
Biography
Lilette Subedi is currently serving as a Curriculum Specialist at the College of Education, University of Hawai‘i. She is focused on developing teacher-training materials to enhance the quality of teaching and learning in Hawaii schools and beyond. She is a self-described lifelong student, who continues to work with Native Hawaiian agencies and organizations to develop and provide opportunities that nurture and support success in our communities through education.
