Considering a Framework for Inuit Child Care
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Mary Caroline Rowan
Canadian Journal of Native Education, vol. 32, no. 2, 2009, pp. 52-61, 117
Description
Discussion on incorporating local knowledge, values, directions, and Inuit approaches to early childhood curriculum development.
Contemplating Kuleana: Reflections on the Rights and Responsibilities of Non-Indigenous Participants in Programmes for Indigenous Education
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Julie Kaomea
AlterNative, vol. 5, no. 2, Ke Ala Hou: Breaking Trail in Hawaiian Research and Development, 2009, pp. 78-99
Description
Discusses the ethical, cultural & political dilemmas and struggles that non-Hawaiian students present when included as learners in Indigenous studies.
A Contextual Perspective of Traditional Native American Distance Online Learning in a Tribal College
Theses
Author/Creator
Nancy H. Fire
Description
Adult and Higher Education Thesis (Ed.D.)--North Carolina State University, 2009.
A Critical Race Theory Analysis of Métis Teachers' Counter-Stories
Theses
Author/Creator
Carmen Leigh Gillies
Description
Educational Foundations Thesis (Ph.D.)--University of Saskatchewan, 2017.
Cross Country Overview of Indigenous Education Structure, Initiatives and Promising Practices
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Canadian School Boards Association (CSBA)
Description
Reports results of survey administered to provincial school boards associations, ministries of education, other organizations and key educational partners. Responses grouped into three parts: Indigenous education structure, responses to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada, and initiatives and promising practices.
Cultivated Ground: Effective Teaching Practices for Native Students in a Public High School
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Brittany Dorer
Anna Fetter
Description
Looked at schools that had high number of successful American Indian/Alaskan Native students in an attempt to identify promising practices for effective teaching. Provides case study examples.
Cultural Competence and Cultural Safety in First Nations, Inuit and Métis Nursing Education: An Integrated Review of the Literature
Alternate Title
Making it Happen: Strengthening First Nation, Inuit and Metis Human Resources
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Fjola Hart-Wasekeesikaw
Aboriginal Nurses Association of Canada
Description
Review undertaken to develop recommendations for a best practice framework. Focused on background to the current poor health status of Aboriginals and identifying challenges facing nursing profession in dealing with these issues.
Cultural Competence and Cultural Safety in Nursing Education: A Framework for First Nations, Inuit and Métis Nursing
Alternate Title
Making It Happen: Strengthening First Nation, Inuit and Métis Health Human Resources
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Fjola Hart-Wasekeesikaw
Description
Discusses the need to understand factors affecting the retention in nursing programs.
Culturally Relevant Pedagogy in Nunavik
Theses
Author/Creator
Robert Morgan
Description
Education Leadership Thesis (M.Ed.)--Acadia University, 2017.
Culturally Relevant Schooling in Nunavut: Views of Secondary School Educators
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
M. Lynn Aylward
Études Inuit Studies, vol. 33, no. 1-2, Education and Transmission of Inuit Knowledge in Canada, 2009, pp. 77-93
Description
Reports on the outcome of a 2004 research project which investigated graduation options for Nunavut youth.
Culturally-Specific Correctional Programming: A Quantitative Analysis of the CSC Program "In Search of Your Warrior"
Theses
Author/Creator
Kristopher Brian Naclia
Description
Justice Studies Thesis (M.A.)--University of Regina, 2009.
Culture-sensitive Mathematics: The Walpole Island Experience
Alternate Title
Moving Forward, Making a Difference ; vol. 1
Aboriginal Policy Research ; vol. 3
Aboriginal Policy Research Conference ; 2nd, 2006
E-Books » Chapters
Author/Creator
Anthony N. Ezeife
vol. 3
Description
Study focused on appropriate culture-sensitive curriculum materials.
Chapter three from Moving Forward, Making a Difference, vol. 1, which is also vol. 3 in the Aboriginal Policy Research series.
Originally presented at the second annual Aboriginal Policy Research Conference, 2006.
Dechinta Bush University Student Plenary: A Report
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Cole Smith
Darcy Leigh
Northern Public Affairs, vol. 1, Special Issue: Pathways to Property: The Northern Governance and Economy, 2013, pp. 32-34
Description
Overview of panel presentation by students at the Northern Governance and Economy Conference. Presentation was part of their final assignment for 2012.
Decolonising Indigenous Rights
E-Books
Author/Creator
Adolfo de Oliveira
Decolonizing Science Education and the Science Teacher: A White Teacher's Perspective
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Andrea Belczewski
Canadian Journal of Science, Mathematics & Technology Education, vol. 9, no. 3, [Special Issue: Indigenous Science Education From Place: Best Practices on Turtle Island], July 2009, pp. 191-202
Description
Outlines the process of decolonizing the thinking and teaching practice in order to make science education relevant, meaningful, and respectful for First Nations students
A Description of a Successful Indigenous Online High School: Perspectives of Teachers, Staff, Students, and Parents
Theses
Author/Creator
Sophia Garnel Palahicky
Description
Education Thesis (EdD)--Athabasca University, 2017.
Designing a Model of Culturally Responsive Mathematics Education: Place, Relationships and Storywork
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Cynthia Nicol
Jo-ann Archibald
Jeff Baker
Mathematics Education Research Journal, vol. 25, 2013, pp. 73-89
Description
Using interviews and surveys with teachers and students to discuss the implementation of a culturally responsive education model for Math classes in Saskatchewan schools.
Developing Supportive Workplace and Educational Environments for Aboriginal Nurses
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Bruce Minore
Margaret Boone
Helen Cromarty
Mary Ellen Hill
Mae Katt ... [et al.]
Description
Discussion of results of interviews with nurses and nursing students about what they perceived as essential to create feelings of inclusion, difficulties encountered when trying to foster such an environment, and strategies being used by schools of nursing and health organizations.
Different from All the "Others": Mobility and Independence among Greenlandic Students in Denmark
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Janne Flora
Arctic Anthropology, vol. 54, no. 2, 2017, pp. 71-82
Description
Article follows up on a small ethnographic survey conducted in 2011-2012; examines the ideas of cultural citizenship and social mobility as they are expressed by students from Greenland who are studying in Denmark.
Digital Storytelling and Implicated Scholarship in the Classroom
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Christopher Fletcher
Carolina Cambre
Journal of Canadian Studies, vol. 43, no. 1, Winter, 2009, pp. 109-130
Description
Discusses the development of digital storytelling and how the authors have applied the multimedia work within the university classroom setting.
"Double Culturedness": The "Capital" of Inuit Nurses
Alternate Title
Proceedings of the 15th International Congress on Circumpolar Health
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Helle Møller
International Journal of Circumpolar Health, vol. 72, Supplement 1, 2013, p. article no. 21266
Description
Due to the strong non-Inuit nature of nursing instruction, Inuit nurses are well versed in both languages and cultures.
Dream Weaving as Praxis: Turning Culturally Inclusive Education and Anti-Racist Education Into a Decolonial Pedagogy
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Danielle Lorenz
In Education, vol. 19, no. 2, [Indigenous Education] in Education, Pt. 1, Autumn, 2013, pp. 30-54
Description
Author asserts this pedagogy will come to fruition as more Indigenous teachers graduate from university and more settler teachers commit to decolonizing themselves.
Editorial: Indian Control of Indian Education--40 Years Later
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Michelle Pidgeon
Jo-ann Archibald
Marissa Muñoz
Canadian Journal of Native Education, vol. 36, no. 1, Indian Control of Indian Education--40 Years Later, 2013, pp. 1-4, 148-149
Description
Gives highlights of articles appearing in the issue.
Educating for Activism: The Gadugi Program
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
James A. Bryant
Journal of American Indian Education, vol. 56, no. 3, Fall, 2017, pp. 59-78
Description
Looks at the Gadugi Program, which offers two university level classes to Indigenous high school students through Appalachian State University.
Educator Uses Holistic Method to Train Staff
Articles » General
Author/Creator
John Lagimodiere
Eagle Feather News, vol. 12, no. 12, December 2009, p. 22
Description
Comments on the Circle of Courage model used to train educators based on First Nations' philosophy which includes belonging, mastery, independence and generosity.
Article located by scrolling to page 22.
The Effects of the No Child Left Behind Act on Language and Culture Education in Navajo Public Schools
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Allison Balter
Frank D. Grossman
Journal of American Indian Education, vol. 48, no. 3, 2009, pp. 19-46
Description
Findings reveal that one of the outcomes of the Act (NCLB) is academic failure which threatens Navajo language and culture.
The Effects Upon Students of Supplementing Aboriginal Post-Secondary Transition Programs With Traditional Cultural Activities
Theses
Author/Creator
Karen Favell
Description
Education Thesis (M.Ed.)--The University of Western Ontario, 2013.
Elder/Senator Protocol for Schools
Documents & Presentations
Description
Purpose is to provide guidance when working with elders from the community in a board, school or classroom capacity. Information deals with: their roles, how to access them, behaviour during meetings, offering medicines (tobacco) and honorariums/gifts.
Elders Teachings: Wisdom We Need for Addressing Social Exclusion and Building Better Relationships in Society
Articles » General
Author/Creator
John George Hansen
Rose Antsanen
Indigenous Policy Journal, vol. 28, no. 1, Summer, 2017, p. [?]
Description
Looks at interviews of Cree Elders on how to promote respect and acceptance in Indigenous schools and communities.
Eleven Years of Implementing Traditional Yup'ik Oral Stories in the Elementary Classroom
Alternate Title
INALCO 2009, Proceedings of the 15th Inuit Studies Conference, Orality (Paris, 2006)
Orality in the 21st Century: Inuit Discourse and Practices. Proceedings of the 15th Inuit Studies Conference
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Esther Ilutsik
Ina Bouker
Description
Comments on an education system that combines Western and Yup'ik pedagogical approaches.
Paper from Orality in the 21st Century: Inuit Discourse and Practices. Proceedings of the 15th Inuit Studies Conference edited by B. Collingnon and M. Therrien.
Emergent and Revolutionary: Telling Native Peoples' Stories at Tribal Colleges
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Cheryl Crazy Bull
Tribal College Journal of American Indian Higher Education, vol. 28, no. 3, Indigenous Peoples History, Spring, 2017, p. [?]
Description
Discusses the role of Native studies at tribal colleges.
Employment and Literacy Issues of Canada's Aboriginal Population: National Skills Upgrade 2014
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Rongo H. Wetere
Description
Looks at a cost-effective program to overcome challenges of literacy and improve economic, social and cultural wellbeing.
Engaging Native American Learners With Rigor and Cultural Relevance
Alternate Title
Issue Brief
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Abner Oakes
Traci Maday
Description
Looks at instructional practices, curriculum content, and school climate to raise interest and improve academic success rate.
English Language Acquisition and Navajo Achievement in Magdalena, New Mexico: Promising Outcomes in Heritage Language Education
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Betty Ansin Smallwood
Erin Flynn Haynes
Keri Jame
Description
Students received instruction for English as a second language, Navajo, and cultural teachings resulting in increased involvement, improved reading, math and science skills.
Envisioning a Healing Song in the Public Education of Aboriginal Children in Ontario
Theses
Author/Creator
John Hodson
Description
Education Thesis (Ph.D.)--York University, 2009.
Establishing an Internal Aboriginal Employee Network for Saskatchewan Boards of Education
Alternate Title
Research Report (Saskatchewan School Boards Association) ; no. 09-08
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Joan Bellegarde
Description
Looks at the establishment of an employee network as one component of an overall Aboriginal strategy of the school division to recruit and retain qualified Aboriginal talent.
Eurocentric Roadblocks to School Change in Nunavut
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Paul Berger
Études Inuit Studies, vol. 33, no. 1-2, Education and Transmission of Inuit Knowledge in Canada, 2009, pp. 55-76
Description
Presents examples of conflicting cultural values which the author believes result in poor academic outcomes for Inuit students.
Evaluating Success: Mother Earth's Children's Charter School Longitudinal Study
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Lola Baydala
Carmen Rasmussen
Jeffrey Bisanz
Merle Kennedy
Natalie Weigum
et al.
Canadian Journal of Native Education, vol. 32, no. 2, 2009, pp. 78-93, 116-117
Description
Looks at the research approach and findings from the first three years of operation in the only Indigenous children's charter school in Canada.
Evaluation of the Aboriginal Head Start in Urban and Northern Communities Program 2011-2012 to 2015-2016
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Office of Audit and Evaluation Health Canada and Public Health Agency of Canada
Description
Describes and analyzes program which was developed to deliver holistic programs to Indigenous children aged 0 to 6. Presents findings and recommendations.
Evaluation Study of Professional Learning on Teacher Awareness of Aboriginal Cultural Knowledge and its Impact on Teaching
E-Books
Author/Creator
Nina Burridge
Geoff Riordan
Peter Aubusson
Chris Evans
Karen Vaughan ... [et al.]
Examining the Influence of an Aboriginal Principal on Transformative School Development: A Case Study
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Brian Lewthwaite
MERN Journal, vol. 3, 2009, pp. 1-6
Description
Looks at the transformation of a school in Aklavik, Northwest Territories serving Métis, Inuvialuit and Gwichin residents.
Scroll down to page 1 to read article.
Examining the Valuing of Schooling as a Motivational Indicator of American Indian Students: Perspectives Based on a Model of Future Oriented Motivation and Self-Regulation
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Stephanie Brickman
Dennis M. McInerney
Amy Martin
Journal of American Indian Education, vol. 48, no. 2, 2009, pp. 33-54
Description
Uses the Miller Brickman Model to look at how future academic, career, and family goals of American Indian students are affected by sociocultural support.
Executive Summary: Aboriginal Inquiry: Lifting All Learners: An Impact Assessment of the Aboriginal Enhancement Schools Network (AESN)
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Catherine McGregor
Description
Describes work of the network and highlights outcomes in terms of its impact on teachers, principals, vice principals, and communities.
Expanding the Circle: Collaborative Research to Create Culturally Responsive Family Literacy Programming
Theses
Author/Creator
Lesley Alison Gear
Description
Language and Literacy Education Thesis (M.A.)--University of British Columbia (Vancouver), 2013.
Experiences of Beginning Aboriginal Teachers in Band-Controlled Schools
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Randolph Wimmer
Louise Legare
Yvette Arcand
Michael Cottrell
Canadian Journal of Education , vol. 32, no. 4, 2009, p. [817]‐849
Description
Surveyed 30 graduates of the Indian Teacher Education Program at the University of Saskatchewan for their views on the adequacy of preparation for teaching and improvements that could be made to the program.
Exploring School Principal Preparation and Development in Northern Canada: The Case of Nunavut's Educational Leadership Program (ELP)
Theses
Author/Creator
Eric Fredua-Kwarteng
Description
Educational Administration Thesis (Ed.D.)--Ontario Institute for Studies in Education, University of Toronto, 2013.
Extreme Environments: An Integrated Science Learning Unit for Yukon Grade 6 Students
E-Books
Author/Creator
Centre for Youth
Research
Science Teaching and Learning
University of Manitoba
First Nations Control of Education: One Community's Experience
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Mark Aquash
Canadian Journal of Native Education, vol. 36, no. 1, Indian Control of Indian Education--40 Years Later, 2013, pp. 59-76
Description
Seventeen individuals were interviewed about the situation prior to the band-controlled system, the structural changes which had taken place since control was transferred, and their hopes for the future.
First Nations Education and Minnis' Rentier Mentality
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Frank Deer
Canadian Journal of Native Education, vol. 32, no. 2, 2009, pp. 94-104, 116
Description
Examines the appropriateness of the rentier theory as an explanation for educational underachievement in First Nations in Canada.