Hōkūleʻa, Reviving Traditional Polynesian Navigation

Hōkūleʻa, Reviving Traditional Polynesian Navigation

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Science

11th Grade - University

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The video explores the ancient Polynesian navigation techniques used to discover Hawaii, focusing on the Hokulea, a replica of a traditional voyaging canoe. It highlights the construction of the canoe without modern materials, the worldwide voyage starting in Hawaii, and the training of young navigators. The video explains celestial navigation using the sun and stars, and the legacy of these ancient methods, proving their viability over long distances.

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OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What does the term 'Malama Honua' signify in the context of the voyage?

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What role do the sun and stars play in traditional navigation?

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