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User:KumuJacoby

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About Me

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Aloha mai kākou! I am an educator and lifelong learner pursuing a Master's in Curriculum Studies, with a passionate focus on expanding the ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi Wikipedia. I believe in the power of accessible knowledge to strengthen both language vitality and community wellbeing.

Areas of Interest

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  • ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi language and culture
  • Game-based learning and educational technology
  • Curriculum development and educational theory
  • Music composition and synthesis
  • World music traditions (currently exploring Mbaqanga)

Educational Philosophy

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As both a learner and teacher, I approach Wikipedia with humility and curiosity. I believe that:

  • Learning is a lifelong journey
  • Knowledge should be accessible to all
  • Digital spaces can nurture language revitalization
  • Game-based approaches can transform education
  • Community collaboration strengthens educational outcomes

Skills

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  • Curriculum development
  • Educational game design
  • Music composition and production
  • Bass, guitar, and piano (perpetual beginner with enthusiasm!)
  • ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi (intermediate)

Musical Journey

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While I consider myself a perpetual beginner, I enjoy:

  • Composing and arranging music
  • Exploring synthesis and electronic music production
  • Learning from various world music traditions
  • Playing bass, guitar, and piano
  • Current project: Creating music inspired by '80s Mbaqanga

Contact

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  • Feel free to leave me a message on my talk page
  • I welcome collaboration on ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi Wikipedia projects
  • Happy to connect with other educators and language enthusiasts
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