Media Release: Māori World First in AI Education – whanau.tv 24/7 Access via free to air television and streaming through smart devices such as TV and mobile devices
For Immediate Release
Date: 11 Sep 2024
Location: Aotearoa, New Zealand
In a groundbreaking development, the Kapai Group, Aotearoa (New Zealand) has achieved a world-first milestone in AI education, offering 24/7 learning access through both smart TVs and mobile devices from whanau.tv. This innovative initiative is designed to empower learners of all ages with educational opportunities right from their lounge, bringing the future of education to the heart of whānau (family) life.
The pioneering project, backed by leading Māori educators and AI experts, harnesses the latest in artificial intelligence to deliver culturally relevant, accessible, and on-demand learning. Through AI integration with everyday devices like smart TVs and mobile phones, learners can engage in personalized, interactive education at any time, fitting seamlessly into their daily lives. This project reflects the enduring Māori principle of ako (learning and teaching), connecting the wisdom of the past with cutting-edge technology.
Generously supported by Kordia, whanau.tv provides a wide range of subjects, from indigenous knowledge to maths, english, and coding fostering holistic education. Whether it’s language learning, cultural studies, or core academic subjects, AI-driven systems adapt to a learner’s pace and style, offering personalized guidance.
“We are excited to lead this global shift in education, enabling Māori to be not just consumers but creators of AI solutions that reflect our unique worldview,” says Paul Ransfield, the Kapai Group founder. “This project ensures intergenerational knowledge thrives in the digital age, while opening up learning pathways for everyone.”
“And, as exciting for us, is being able to support Mandarin language week – using te reo māori as the language of instruction”.
This milestone in AI education marks a new chapter in Aotearoa’s journey toward digital equity, ensuring both Māori and Pākeha communities benefit from and lead in the development of future technologies.
The new content is available:
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nationwide from mid night to 6pm Saturday 14 Sept via Freeview Channel 200,
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to the Auckland region from Friday 13 Sept via Freeview Channel 197,
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or online via https://iuwe.whanau.tv
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For media inquiries, please contact:
Paul Ransfield
founder the kapai group limited
ngāti ruaka, ngāti tū, ngāti hikawera, ngāti tūkorehe, ngāti wehiwehi
Bachelor Chemical and Process Engineering; MBA; ITILv3; Big Data/Blockchain (MIT); Techentrepreneurship (Stanford)
pransfield@kapaigroup.net
021 112 6415