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"Reconnect": Re-engaging Disengaged Northern Youth in Learning: Final Evaluation Report
Sue Folinsbee Summary of a pilot project including overall outcomes for youth, technical skills gained, and improvements in literacy and essential skills. More information... (Rating: 0.00, Votes: 0, Reviews: 0) Reviews | Rate It | Add to Favourites
Red Deer Aboriginal Literacy Needs Assessment: Indigenous Community and Service Provider Consultation
Amanda Ens Undertaken to determine which programs were being accessed and the wants and needs of learners. Twenty-seven citizens and 16 service providers completed surveys, with an additional 27 people participating in key informant interviews and community consultations. More information... (Rating: 0.00, Votes: 0, Reviews: 0) Reviews | Rate It | Add to Favourites
Reframing Literacy and Training Support in the NWT Using New Technologies top
NWT Literacy Council Objectives for project were: to research and identify effective practices for online learning, assess barriers, interest, and needs of educators with respect to online learning, and develop a plan for future directions based on these findings. More information... (Rating: 5.00, Votes: 1, Reviews: 0) Reviews | Rate It | Add to Favourites
REL Midwest Reference Desk: Meeting the Needs of American Indian/Native American Students
REL Midwest Regional Educational Laboratory List of research reports and policy oriented briefs and articles addressing the improvement of academic outcomes for AI/NA students. More information... (Rating: 0.00, Votes: 0, Reviews: 0) Reviews | Rate It | Add to Favourites
Report On Aboriginal Community Outreach Sessions: Aboriginal Adult Learning Issues in the Atlantic Region top
Han Martin Associates Report is based on feedback from five meetings held to discuss adult learning needs in Atlantic Canada, with a primary focus on literacy, post-secondary education and employment. More information... (Rating: 5.00, Votes: 1, Reviews: 0) Reviews | Rate It | Add to Favourites
Resources for Learning: Aboriginal Literacy, Creating Ideas – Supporting Opportunities [2nd ed.] top
Beverly Anne Sabourin Contains links to: provincial/territorial resources, National Literacy Secretariat, National Literacy Database, etc. More information... (Rating: 5.00, Votes: 1, Reviews: 0) Reviews | Rate It | Add to Favourites
Resources for Teaching Aboriginal Languages: An Annotated Bibliography top
Contains links to lists of materials available for Chipewyan, Cree, North and South Slavey, and Tlicho. Each book is keyed for language (single or accompanied by English) and grade level. More information... (Rating: 5.00, Votes: 1, Reviews: 0) Reviews | Rate It | Add to Favourites 
Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples: Evening Session Round Table on Adult Education Issues, Closing Prayer top University of Saskatchewan Archives, Native Law Centre fonds File contains an evening session round table discussion on Adult Education issues held at the sitting of the Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples, Canadore College, Weaver Auditorium, North Bay, Ontario, Tuesday, May 11, 1993. Participants Jane Jackson and Helen Mills discuss post-secondary education concerns (including literacy, upgrading, poverty, and employment issues) with Commissioners Sillett and Wilson. Following the Round Table discussion is a closing prayer which concludes the day's sitting of the Royal Commission. More information... (Rating: 5.00, Votes: 3, Reviews: 0) Reviews | Rate It | Add to Favourites 
Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples: Individual Presentation by Suzanne McCarthy top University of Saskatchewan Archives, Native Law Centre fonds File contains an individual presentation by Suzanne McCarthy, consultant on language and literacy issues for the Anglican Diocese of Moosonee, Ontario. Her focus is on Cree Syllabics that "deeply reflects Cree values, culture and social patterns. She calls on the Commission to ensure that Cree Syllabics are a protected aspect of Canadian culture. A question-and-answer session with the Commissioners follows the presentation. More information... (Rating: 5.00, Votes: 3, Reviews: 0) Reviews | Rate It | Add to Favourites 
Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples: Presentation by Bonita Chlow, Ingamo Hall Friendship Centre top University of Saskatchewan Archives, Native Law Centre fonds The file contains spresentation by Bonita Chlow of the Ingamo Hall Friendship Centre. Chlow discusses the need for more literacy programs in the community; the need for more hands-on practically oriented education programs; the need for more low-level educational training; the need for more lifeskills training; the need for better alcoholism counselling services in the community as it is a problem of "epidemic proportions;" the need for a detox centre; problems with increasingly limited hospital facilities and a lack of psychiatric facilities; the need for a local victim assistance service organization in the community; as well as financial and staffing concerns at the Friendship Centre itself. Following the presentation Jimmy Omilgoituk comments on related education matters in the community. More information... (Rating: 5.00, Votes: 3, Reviews: 0) Reviews | Rate It | Add to Favourites 
Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples: Presentation by Chief Victor Muse, St. George's Band top University of Saskatchewan Archives, Native Law Centre fonds File contains a presentation by Chief Victor Muse of the St. George's Indian Band Council. Muse discusses the band's history, then goes on to list a variety of concerns. These include: unemployment, illiteracy, the need for education, better social services, revitalization of the Micmac language and culture, infrastructure, self-determination, self-government, and the goal of living in harmony "with Canada and its many people." Following the presentation is a discussion between Muse and Commissioner Erasmus on some of the issues raised. More information... (Rating: 5.00, Votes: 3, Reviews: 0) Reviews | Rate It | Add to Favourites 
Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples: Presentation by Dorothy King, Vice-President, Regional Library Board Services top University of Saskatchewan Archives, Native Law Centre fonds File contains a presentation by Dorothy King discussing the role of libraries in promoting cultural awareness between groups in furthering and enhancing education generally for Labradorians. She calls on the Commission to help stop annual cutbacks in funding which affect the service hours of libraries and the ability to send books to the more remote areas of Labrador. Following the discussion is a question-and-answer session with the Commissioners. More information... (Rating: 5.00, Votes: 3, Reviews: 0) Reviews | Rate It | Add to Favourites 
Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples: Presentation by Harvey Thunderchild, Native Inmate Liaison Worker, Sault Ste. Marie Indian Friendship Centre and Ministry of Corrections University of Saskatchewan Archives, Native Law Centre fonds File contains a presentation by Harvey Thunderchild relating to high rates of illiteracy among Aboriginal inmates, and the high proportion of incarcerated Aboriginal people for crimes committed involving drugs and alcohol. He states that Aboriginal inmates are prevented from entering treatment programs due to a shortage of programs. He also expressed concern with Aboriginal young offenders lacking appropriate programs as well. He introduces Alfreda Trudeau. More information... (Rating: 3.57, Votes: 7, Reviews: 0) Reviews | Rate It | Add to Favourites 
Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples: Presentation by J. Spencer Rowe top University of Saskatchewan Archives, Native Law Centre fonds File contains a presentation by J. Spencer Rowe. Rowe makes an individual presentation on cultural issues. Rowe discusses the importance of Aboriginal language education, and how he views spirituality as the path forward for Aboriginal peoples but that this root is difficult as they have become seperated from their lands. More information... (Rating: 5.00, Votes: 3, Reviews: 0) Reviews | Rate It | Add to Favourites 
Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples: Presentation by John Dorion, Perry Chaboyer, Giselle Marcotte and Kuanen Yong, Gabriel Dumont Institute Research and Development Team top University of Saskatchewan Archives, Native Law Centre fonds File contains a presentation by the Gabriel Dumont Institute Research and Development Team relating to their proposed research project entitled "Metis Family Literacy and Youth Education Strategy." The project aims to develop recommendations for action in the areas of policy, programs and strategies for K-12 students to meet the literacy needs of the Metis and non-status Indian people in Canada. Following the presentation is a question-and-answer session with the Commissioners. More information... (Rating: 5.00, Votes: 3, Reviews: 0) Reviews | Rate It | Add to Favourites 
Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples: Presentation by Kathy Sauve, Assistant Co-Otrdinator, Niin Sakaan Literacy Program top University of Saskatchewan Archives, Native Law Centre fonds File contains a presentation by Kathy Sauve relating to Aboriginal literacy and its importance. She states that Aboriginal literacy programs "must continue in order for the survival of our younger generations and the generations yet to come." She feels that when "Aboriginal leaders speak of self-government, literacy is a very important stepping stone to it." Following the presentation is a question-and-answer session with the Commissioners. More information... (Rating: 5.00, Votes: 3, Reviews: 0) Reviews | Rate It | Add to Favourites 
Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples: Presentation by Lex Ross and Billy McReady, Amulet Consulting, Frederiction, New Brunswick top University of Saskatchewan Archives, Native Law Centre fonds This file contains a presentation by Lex Ross and Billy McReady that states: "Aboriginals without basic literacy and academic skills will never secure and retain gainful employment." A new curriculum should be implemented that would enhance the self-image of young Aboriginals as to their culture and history. Amulet Consulting's teaching technology "doesn't replace existing teaching systems, it enhances them" with that new curricula. A question-and-answer session with the Commissioners follows the presentation.Since its inception in 1978, Amulet Consulting has gained a leadership position providing innovative, customized solutions and remaining focused on its mission of helping clients achieve success. More information... (Rating: 5.00, Votes: 3, Reviews: 0) Reviews | Rate It | Add to Favourites 
Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples: Presentation by Linda Pinch, Manager, Residence/Halfway House, Young Women's Christian Association top University of Saskatchewan Archives, Native Law Centre fonds This file contains a presentation by Linda Pinch focusing on the Westman WomenÂ’s Shelter in Brandon. The shelter provides safe and temporary accommodation to women and their children who have been physically, emotionally or sexually abused. Pinch also discusses the YWCA Residence Program, a halfway house facility serving people on federal and provincial people, and those needing post-mental health and post-addiction treatment. Pinch recalls the story of a young Aboriginal man who after spending several years in jail, used the YWCA Residence Program to attend literacy classes and eventually complete a comprehensive art course. Pinch calls on the Commission to ensure that funding continues for these two programs that serve both women and men. A question-and-answer session with the Commissioners follows the presentation. More information... (Rating: 5.00, Votes: 3, Reviews: 0) Reviews | Rate It | Add to Favourites 
Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples: Presentation by Neil Thompson top University of Saskatchewan Archives, Native Law Centre fonds File contains an individual presentation by Neil Thompson. Thompson presents a pre-prepared statement on behalf of the Daily Press in Timmins, Ontario by John Farrington. Farrington addresses the Commission about the publications they create for Aboriginal communities, and youth literacy programs they run. Following the presentation Thompson discusses these programs with Commissioner Georges Erasmus. More information... (Rating: 5.00, Votes: 3, Reviews: 0) Reviews | Rate It | Add to Favourites 
Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples: Presentation by Renee K. Abram top University of Saskatchewan Archives, Native Law Centre fonds File contains a presentation by Renee K. Abram, Coordinator of the Ontario Literacy Coalition. Abram discusses the history of her organization and "the healing that is taking place in the communities at this time in the form of Native literacy programs." Following the presentation is a discussion between Abram and Commissioners Dussault, Wilson, and Blakeney on literacy issues. More information... (Rating: 5.00, Votes: 3, Reviews: 0) Reviews | Rate It | Add to Favourites 
Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples: Presentation by Tim McNeill top University of Saskatchewan Archives, Native Law Centre fonds File contains a presentation by Tim McNeill. McNeill discusses issues related to education. McNeil's presentation covers secondary education, housing for students, language issues, teacher training, literacy concerns, and cultural concerns. Following the presentations Commissioners Dussault and Sillet discuss these findings. More information... (Rating: 5.00, Votes: 3, Reviews: 0) Reviews | Rate It | Add to Favourites
Saskatoon Public Schools' First Nations, Inuit and Métis Education Action Plan 2012-2015
First Nations, Inuit and Métis Education Unit Response to Saskatchewan Ministry of Education request for a three year First Nations and Métis education plan concerning student support. More information... (Rating: 0.00, Votes: 0, Reviews: 0) Reviews | Rate It | Add to Favourites
Saskatoon Urban Aboriginal Strategy: Final Report 2010-2011 top
Saskatchewan Aboriginal Literacy Network More information... (Rating: 5.00, Votes: 1, Reviews: 0) Reviews | Rate It | Add to Favourites
Senior Secondary Students' Achievement at Maori-Medium Schools: 2004-2006 Fact Sheet top
Haobo Wang, Claire Harkess Findings show candidates at Maori-medium schools were more likely to gain a typical level or higher NCEA (National Certificate of Educational Achievement) qualification than their Maori peers at English-medium schools. More information... (Rating: 5.00, Votes: 1, Reviews: 0) Reviews | Rate It | Add to Favourites
Sharing Aboriginal Stories: Aborginal Moccasins top
Nikki Mike Very short pamphlet, written by a student; meant for use in the classroom as a tool to improve literacy. Text in English and Cree. More information... (Rating: 5.00, Votes: 1, Reviews: 0) Reviews | Rate It | Add to Favourites |
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