In New Zealand, several teachers and universities are adopting the MÄori Lunar Calendar, or Maramataka, to manage classroom activities based on lunar phases. This trend, originating during the Covid-19 lockdowns, raises questions regarding the scientific basis of claims related to lunar influence on behavior. As government ministries promote indigenous knowledge, discussions emerge about where appreciation for such traditions crosses into unverified beliefs, indicating a cultural conflict between established science and indigenous practices that has gained momentum recently.
The rise of interest in teaching by the MÄori Lunar Calendar raises a critical question: 'Where should we draw the line between cultural appreciation and magical thinking?'
In New Zealand, some teachers have begun aligning classroom activities with lunar phases, embracing indigenous traditions while sparking debate on their scientific validity.
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