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Teacher Education

Bachelor of Arts in Native Studies combined with Education degree, University of Alberta

Posted on August 30, 2018 by Pam Greene

Brenda Morency is an Indigenous full-time student enrolled in her 5th year at the University of Alberta in the Bachelor of Arts in Native Studies combined degree in the Bachelor of Education Secondary route. Brenda’s major is in the Cree Language and her minor is Native Studies. Brenda has studied a number of Native studies […]

Brenda Morency is an Indigenous full-time student enrolled in her 5th year at the University of Alberta in the Bachelor of Arts in Native Studies combined degree in the Bachelor of Education Secondary route. Brenda’s major is in the Cree Language and her minor is Native Studies. Brenda has studied a number of Native studies courses offered through the University of Alberta. Before attending University, Brenda didn’t learn about residential schools or the history of Indigenous peoples until she enrolled in University. Brenda explains how her training has been a learning and healing journey for her. Brenda has studied and learned the Cree Language and is now capable to teach others, even though she isn’t fluent and hopes to focus on this. Brenda has learned the structure of the Cree language, syntax and understands the importance of keeping the language alive.

The Blanket Exercise – Canadian History learned Experientially from the Indigenous Perspective

Posted on August 21, 2018 by Frannie and Kisa Rogers

The Blanket Exercise is a two hour interactive re-enactment of Canadian history from an Indigenous perspective. Participants have the opportunity to role play and interact with events from Indigenous history to help them gain an understanding from a Indigenous perspective.

The Blanket Exercise is a two hour interactive re-enactment of Canadian history from an Indigenous perspective. Participants have the opportunity to role play and interact with events from Indigenous history to help them gain an understanding from a Indigenous perspective.

Bachelor of Education, Aboriginal/Indigenous Concentration, Cape Breton University, Department Chair, Dr. Jane Lewis

Posted on August 20, 2018 by Lisa Jodoin

Dr. Jane Lewis, Chair of Education at Cape Breton University, discusses the program’s Aboriginal/Indigenous Concentration and the university’s partnership with Unama’ki College and the First Nation community.

Dr. Jane Lewis, Chair of Education at Cape Breton University, discusses the program’s Aboriginal/Indigenous Concentration and the university’s partnership with Unama’ki College and the First Nation community.

Deepening Knowledge, Enhancing Instruction

Posted on August 17, 2018 by Jaclyn Wong

The Deepening Knowledge Project brings Indigenous education to Initial Teacher Education at the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE) of the University of Toronto. Indigenous and non-Indigenous educators collaborate with one another to support student teachers throughout their teacher education program.

The Deepening Knowledge Project brings Indigenous education to Initial Teacher Education at the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE) of the University of Toronto. Indigenous and non-Indigenous educators collaborate with one another to support student teachers throughout their teacher education program.

“A Long-Standing Presence”: NITEP, UBC’s Indigenous Teacher Education Program

Posted on August 14, 2018 by andrewkendall

NITEP, the Indigenous Teacher Education Program in the Faculty of Education at UBC, has celebrated graduating over 400 educators in its 44 years of existence. Part of NITEP’s success can be credited to its devotion to community-based programming, which allows students to complete the majority of their education in their home communities. The program has […]

NITEP, the Indigenous Teacher Education Program in the Faculty of Education at UBC, has celebrated graduating over 400 educators in its 44 years of existence. Part of NITEP’s success can be credited to its devotion to community-based programming, which allows students to complete the majority of their education in their home communities. The program has worked with over 20 communities in British Columbia, including field centres in such locations as Vancouver, Lillooet, Fraser Valley, the Cariboo (Williams Lake/Quesnel), Bella Coola, Campbell River, and Hazelton. NITEP aims to increase the number of Indigenous educators in both British Columbia and Canada with the broader goal of supporting Indigenous learners and communities in achieving educational parity with non-Indigenous learners.

The Inuit Education Initiative of the Nunatsiavut Government

Posted on by Emily Philpott

Tim McNeill, Deputy Minister of Education and Economic Development speaks about the Inuit Education initiatives and programs. Schools in Nunatsiavut have Inuktitut and Life Skills in the k-12 schools . The governments has partnered with universities to have social work, nursing , business and teacher education degrees.

Tim McNeill, Deputy Minister of Education and Economic Development speaks about the Inuit Education initiatives and programs. Schools in Nunatsiavut have Inuktitut and Life Skills in the k-12 schools . The governments has partnered with universities to have social work, nursing , business and teacher education degrees.

Kenanow Bachelor of Education Programme

Posted on August 10, 2018 by Richard Stecenko

The Kenanow Bachelor of Education is a northern-based and Aboriginal-focused teacher education program. The program melds the wisdom and guidance provided by Elders in northern Manitoba with the certification standards and academic expectations of Manitoba Education and Advanced Learning. During the development of the program, extensive consultation occurred with a variety of regional stakeholders. The […]

The Kenanow Bachelor of Education is a northern-based and Aboriginal-focused teacher education program. The program melds the wisdom and guidance provided by Elders in northern Manitoba with the certification standards and academic expectations of Manitoba Education and Advanced Learning. During the development of the program, extensive consultation occurred with a variety of regional stakeholders. The suggestions, opinions, and knowledge shared by the stakeholders are reflected in the program content. The Kenanow program philosophy reflects the mission statement of UCN. The Seven Sacred Teachings – wisdom, respect, truth, humility, honesty, bravery and love – are embedded in the design and delivery of the program. Please see the Kenanow Model.

Isaac Murdoch – Connecting To Land

Posted on July 30, 2018 by Ashley Nadjiwon

Isaac is a storyteller, artist and traditional knowledge holder who talks about the importance of connecting to the land. He talks about Nimkii Aazhibikong, a land-based camp to teach people about their culture, their language, and their connection to the land. For more information, see the website: http://onamancollective.com/research/. Also, see the article: http://muskratmagazine.com/introducing-nimkii-aazhabikong-culture-camp-forever/. You can […]

Isaac is a storyteller, artist and traditional knowledge holder who talks about the importance of connecting to the land. He talks about Nimkii Aazhibikong, a land-based camp to teach people about their culture, their language, and their connection to the land. For more information, see the website: http://onamancollective.com/research/. Also, see the article: http://muskratmagazine.com/introducing-nimkii-aazhabikong-culture-camp-forever/. You can also visit their Facebook page: Nimkii Aazhibikong.

Steven Baranyai – All our Relations-Madwejiwan

Posted on July 6, 2018 by Ruby Thompson

Steven Baranyai of Serpent River First Nation, Ontario, discusses how his initiative, Madwejiwan, uses Indigenous music, instruments, and regalia as traditional and cultural knowledge teaching tools for Indigenous and non-Indigenous youth. The program has worked with schools all across the province. Not only does the program support traditional and cultural knowledge, it also is used […]

Steven Baranyai of Serpent River First Nation, Ontario, discusses how his initiative, Madwejiwan, uses Indigenous music, instruments, and regalia as traditional and cultural knowledge teaching tools for Indigenous and non-Indigenous youth. The program has worked with schools all across the province. Not only does the program support traditional and cultural knowledge, it also is used as a platform to promote Indigenous identity, cultural teachings, and mental and emotional wellness. For more information, visit: http://madwejiwan.blogspot.com/.