Symposium of the International Organization for Science and Technology ; 9th, 1999
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Glen Aikenhead
Bente Huntley
Description
Advocates a culturally responsive curriculum which is only possible with culturally-based instructional resources and teacher involvement.
Paper originally presented to 9th Symposium of the International Organization for Science and Technology.
Canadian Journal of Education, vol. 24, no. 4, Autumn, 1999, pp. 383-397
Description
Looks at the reaction of teacher education students to a course in Aboriginal Children's Literature. Discusses issues surrounding stereotyping and learning in a multicultural environment.
Journal of Canadian Studies, vol. 34, Fall, 1999, pp. 59-86
Description
Argues that there is a direct relationship between classroom study of First Nation literature and the transformation of mainstream culture and images of Aboriginal cultures.
Teachers and Teaching: Theory and Practice, vol. 5, no. 2, 1999, pp. 219-241
Description
Results of study conducted of First Nations graduates of the Northern Teacher Education Program (NORTEP) shows impact of Aboriginal identity on school practices and development in their communities.
Study involved principal, teachers, counselors, and program coordinators. Found most challenges were task-related. Provides recommendations for further research.
Discussion Paper: Pan-Canadian Education Research Agenda, Council of Ministers of Education, Canada
[PCERA Symposium ; 1999]
[Report on the Pan-Canadian Education Research Agenda Symposium]
E-Books » Chapters
Author/Creator
Terry Wotherspoon
Bernard Schissel
Description
Addresses the causes and implications of, and possible solutions to, the "education gap" between Aboriginal people and the general population in Canada. The paper highlights Joe Duquette High School and Princess Alexandria Community School, which are located in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.
Excerpt from Report on the Pan-Canadian Education Research Agenda Symposium.
Canadian Journal of Native Studies, vol. 19, no. 1, 1999, pp. 91-118
Description
How the Cree women teachers cherished the ordinary things they did with and for each other and shared their knowledge for the benefit of others; includes several photographs.
Examines literature circles used at the Radius Community Centre For Education and Employment Training to see if participation helped students succeed with reading and communication skills.
Theory, Policy, and Practice in Early Childhood Services
Two Sides of an Eagle's Feather: Co-Constructing Early Childhood Care and Development Training Curricula
E-Books » Chapters
Author/Creator
Alan Pence
Jessica Ball
Description
Looks at the Generative Curriculum Model, a unique program responding to community needs and culture.
Chapter from: Theory, Policy and Practice in Early Childhood Services edited by H. Penn