Posted on May 22, 2018 by Heather O'Watch
SUNTEP is a teacher education program that focuses on Métis education and student success.
Janice Thompson is the Program Head for the Saskatchewan Urban Native Teacher Education Program (SUNTEP). SUNTEP is a four-year, fully accredited Bachelor of Education program offered by the Gabriel Dumont Institute in cooperation with the Ministry of Advanced Education, the University of Regina, and the University of Saskatchewan. Prospective students can find campuses located in Saskatoon, Prince Albert, and Regina. The education program is designed around Métis education, cultural revitalization, and language reclamation. The program’s foundations are centered around relationships, academic and personal supports, and land-based learning. Currently, SUNTEP is the only post-secondary academic program in the country that offers Michif as an approved language credit. Thompson believes that, like First Nations education, Métis education needs to be mandated by the province so that Métis history, identity, language, and culture are no longer an after-thought. Equality in education means that our education system must be inclusive of all Indigenous groups, Inuit, Métis, and First Nations, and be mandated by our provincial government.
Posted on by Timothy Merasty
A national mathematics contest for Indigenous youth on reserves in Grades 4-6.
Dr. Arzu Sardarli is an Associate Professor of Physics and Mathematics in the Department of Indigenous Science, The Environment, and Economic Development at First Nations University of Canada. Since 2008, Dr. Sardarli has been leading Math contests for students between Grades 4-6 who are living on-reserve. Supported by their teachers, up to five hundred students compete each year from reserve schools between British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and Ontario. The competition is strong. Students finishing in first, second, and third place receive certificates of participation and the first-place winner becomes that year’s national winner. Dr. Sardarli believes that this competition builds a network of students and teachers who are connected around this topic.
Posted on by Heather O'Watch
Rose Roberts, Education Development Specialist (Indigenous Engagement and Education) with the Indigenous Voices shares with us the importance of the initiative.
As a member of the Indigenous Voices team at the Gwenna Moss Centre for Teaching and Learning at the University of Saskatchewan, Rose Roberts helps faculty and staff in the process of indigenization. She supports faculty in learning about the true history of Indigenous people in Saskatchewan while also valuing Indigenous and Western knowledge within our educational institutions. Rose Roberts reminds us of the saying, “before we can have reconciliation we have to know the truth.” The university is transitioning its courses to be inclusive of Indigenous paradigms and offer multiple ways of learning.
Follow the link below to learn about the Traditional Garden on campus.
https://teachingtest.usask.ca/traditional-garden/index.php
The institutional commitment to indigenize academia has been integrated into the University of Saskatchewan’s institutional plan. Take a look by following the link.
https://teaching.usask.ca/curriculum/indigenization.php#WhatisIndigenization
Posted on by Yvonne Benjoe
Schools in SK must legally teach Treaty education, honour and recognize Indigenous ways of knowing, and provide opportunities for students to engage in cultural and language revitalization.
Scott Collegiate is a high school in Regina, Saskatchewan that provides unique educational opportunities for students in Grades 9, 10, 11, and 12. The student population is 90% Indigenous and their programs reflect Indigenous education and aims to increase attendance and graduation rates while developing community. The school’s programs include: the Learning and Re-engagement Program, the Land-Based Program, the Elder-in-Residence Program, and the Grade 9 and 10 Cree Language Program. The school also works in partnership with the Regina Public Library, Lumsden Beach Camp, and First Nations University of Canada to bring quality programming to their students. Elders within Scott Collegiate are valuable Knowledge Keepers who share their culture and language with the school and community. For more information, visit: https://scottcollegiate.rbe.sk.ca/
Posted on May 4, 2018 by Annita Lucchesi
In this interview, kindergarten teacher Arlene Ward speaks on the importance of culturally relevant and diverse books for young learners, how she integrates Blackfoot and other languages into her curriculum, and why culture-based classroom activities make a difference for her students at Opokaa’sin Early Intervention Society. https://www.opokaasin.org/
In this interview, kindergarten teacher Arlene Ward speaks on the importance of culturally relevant and diverse books for young learners, how she integrates Blackfoot and other languages into her curriculum, and why culture-based classroom activities make a difference for her students at Opokaa’sin Early Intervention Society.
https://www.opokaasin.org/
Posted on May 3, 2018 by Emily Philpott
The Inuit Bachelor of Education program is a community-based teacher education program in Happy Valley-Goose Bay NL. It is a partnership between the Nunatsiavut Government and Memorial University. The program began in 2014 and is for Nunatsiavut beneficiaries. Sylvia Moore, Faculty Head, describes the program.
The Inuit Bachelor of Education program is a community-based teacher education program in Happy Valley-Goose Bay NL. It is a partnership between the Nunatsiavut Government and Memorial University. The program began in 2014 and is for Nunatsiavut beneficiaries. Sylvia Moore, Faculty Head, describes the program.
Posted on April 27, 2018 by Carter Kuiper
Dorothy Thunder describes the Cree language program being offered to University of Alberta students and the teaching techniques that are involved with the program.
A Cree language program open to all students at the University. This program incorporates modern teachings with traditional with the goal of helping Aboriginal students learn the language used by their ancestors as well as people of any ethnicity learn the language and history. Classes take place during the normal schedule hours of the University.
Posted on April 20, 2018 by Kelsey Pagacz
The Native Access Program is a nine-month transition program for Indigenous students.
The Native Access Program is a nine-month transition program designed to provide Indigenous students with the academic skill necessary for the successful completion of an undergraduate degree.
”Our Native Access Program is intended for students of Aboriginal ancestry who have not met the regular or mature university entry requirements, or who require academic preparation to become eligible for admission to a Lakehead University program.
Our innovative programming honours and celebrates Aboriginal heritage while providing culturally appropriate support services. Academic counselling and tutoring is also available, contributing to an environment conducive to success and support.
Over nine months you will complete core courses in English, Study Skills, Indigenous Learning, Mathematics and Science. ” from its website.
https://www.lakeheadu.ca/programs/other-programs/aboriginal-programs/native-access-program
Posted on April 9, 2018 by Jason Bruce
The following is an interview with Dave Sloan, the superintendent of schools for School District 60: Peace River North. Mr. Sloan has 30+ years of experience in the field of education and spent over 5 years working at a school in Bella Coola as both a teacher and administrator. https://www.prn.bc.ca/?p=1615 https://www.prn.bc.ca/
The following is an interview with Dave Sloan, the superintendent of schools for School District 60: Peace River North. Mr. Sloan has 30+ years of experience in the field of education and spent over 5 years working at a school in Bella Coola as both a teacher and administrator.
https://www.prn.bc.ca/?p=1615
https://www.prn.bc.ca/
