A hard tweak : TeachNZ criteria and the Smith proposal : a thesis in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Philosophy in Social Policy at Massey University

Abstract

The Hon. Dr Nick Smith suggested in 1999 and 2003 that 'men' be recruited as primary school teachers through the TeachNZ scheme. This thesis analyses the attendant policy making processes, and the influence of ideology. Six interviews were conducted and are considered against political events over the years 2003-2004. The work of Kingdon (2003) and Matland (1995) proved valuable to the analysis as they provide complementary models for discussion of data.