Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Safe Drinking Water Foundation
[Operation Water Spirit Thematic Units]: Grade Eleven: Introduction
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Safe Drinking Water Foundation
[Operation Water Spirit Thematic Units]: Grade Nine: Introduction and Directions
Documents & Presentations
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Safe Drinking Water Foundation
[Operation Water Spirit Thematic Units]: Grade Seven: Unit Scope and Introduction
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Safe Drinking Water Foundation
[Operation Water Spirit Thematic Units]: Grade Ten: Introduction
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Safe Drinking Water Foundation
[Operation Water Spirit Thematic Units]: Grade Two: Unit Scope and Introduction
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Safe Drinking Water Foundation
[Operation Water Spirit Thematic Units]: Nursery/Preschool/Kindergarten. Day 1: : First Nation Creation Stories
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Safe Drinking Water Foundation
Opportunity and Transition: Veterans Find Growth and Healing at College of Menominee Nation
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Sherrole Benton
Tribal College Journal of American Indian Higher Education, vol. 29, no. 2, Honoring Veterans, Winter, 2017, p. [?]
Description
Profiles three veterans and discusses how the College facilitates transition from the military back into tribal life.
Organizing for Community Control
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Frank Cassidy
Northern Review, no. 7, Rural and Northern Social Work, Summer, 1991, pp. 17-34
Description
Looks at a selective review of the literature on community development and participation to assess and describe measures of control.
"Our Healing Starts with Our Women": Wolamsotuwakonol of the Indian Residential School Experience
Theses
Author/Creator
Amanda E. Reid
Description
Nursing Thesis (MN)--University of New Brunswick, 2019.
Our Identities as Civic Power
Alternate Title
2017 State of Native Youth Report
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Center for Native American Youth at the Aspen Institute
[Erik R. Stegman
Amber Richardson
Josie Raphaelito
Aaron Slater
Bettina Gonzalez]
Description
Reports on the results of the Generation Indigenous (Gen-I) Online Roundtable Survey of Native American youth between the ages 18-24. Respondents were asked about their three top priorities, what they are doing to tackle their challenges, and some of the ways they are partnering with their community to build resilience.
Our Stories: First Peoples in Canada
E-Books
Author/Creator
[Jodie Adams
Liz Clarke
Dani Kwan-Lafond
Meera Mather
Natalie Thornhill ... [et al.]]
Description
eTextbook is a multi-media resource developed in collaboration with Indigenous peoples from across Canada. Covers both historical and contemporary topics.
Can be downloaded as iBook, ePub, or PDF.
Our Stories: First Peoples in Canada
E-Books
Author/Creator
[Jodie Adams
Liz Clarke
Dani Kwan-Lafond
Meera Mather
Natalie Thornhill ... [et al.]]
Description
eTextbook is a multi-media resource developed in collaboration with Indigenous peoples from across Canada. Covers both historical and contemporary topics.
Can be downloaded as iBook, ePub, or PDF.
Out of the "Graves of the Polluted Debauches": The Boys of the Cherokee Male Seminary
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Devon Mihesuah
American Indian Quarterly, vol. 15, no. 4, Autumn, 1991, pp. 503-521
Description
Article describes the philosophy behind, and the structure of the Male Seminary school operated by the Cherokee National Council; details the curriculum and the daily lives of boys who attended the institution.
An Overview of Demographic, Social and Economic Conditions of the Inuit in Canada
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Norbert Robitaille
Robert Choinière
Description
Uses historical census data and vital statistics.
Participation and Support - Associations with Swedish Pupils' Positive Health
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Maria Warne
Kristen Snyder
Katja Gillander Gådin
International Journal of Circumpolar Health, vol. 76, 2017, p. article no. 1373579
Description
Looks at health-promoting influences on school environments like peer, teacher and parental support, affluence and classroom participation.
The Pathfinders: Women Leaders in the the Tribal College Movement
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Carrie Billy
Tribal College Journal of American Indian Higher Education , vol. 30, no. 4, Tribal College Women, Summer, May 5, 2019, p. [?]
Description
Article profiles two women who were instrumental in the creation of tribal colleges and universities (TCUs): Ruth Roessel founder and president of Navajo Community College (now Diné College), and Carol Davis, a founding member of the American Indian Higher Education Consortium (AIHEC).
Pathway to the Professoriate; the American Indian Faculty Pipeline
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
William T. Cross
Journal of American Indian Education, vol. 30, no. 2, January 1991, pp. [13-24]
Description
Presents statistics on Native American participation at various educational levels.
Pathways for Indigenous Learners: Collaborating across Aboriginal Institutes, Colleges and Universities: Final Report
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Centre for Policy in Aboriginal Learning
Description
Overview of project designed to address the gap in supporting and advancing learning opportunities for Indigenous students, and learners pursuing Indigenous Studies.
Patterns in Contemporary Canadian Picture Books: Radical Change in Action
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Beverley Brenna
Shuwen Sun
Yina Liu
In Education, vol. 23, no. 2, Autumn, 2017, pp. 43-70
Description
Study examined two groups of books, 57 titles published 2005 and 120 published in 2015 in terms of authors, illustrators, characterization, genre, and audiences.
Paul Boyer on the New Information Age
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Bradley Shreve
Tribal College Journal of American Indian Higher Education, vol. 31, no. 1, The New Information Age, Spring-Summer, Aug 11, 2019
Description
Interview with the founding editor of Tribal College: Journal of American Indian Higher Education; Boyer reflects on the journal and on the new challenges that tribal communities face in the new information age.
Perceptions and Practices of Principals: Supporting Positive Educational Experiences for Aboriginal Learners
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Jane Preston
Tim Claypool
William Rowluck
Brenda Green
International Journal of Leadership in Education, vol. 20, no. 3, 2017, pp. 328-344
Description
Using interviews from Prince Edward Island and Saskatchewan principals to discuss their roles in student success through promoting Indigenous learning and values.
A Personal Perspective on Tribal-Alaska Native Gifted and Talented Education
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Rosemary Ackley Christensen
Journal of American Indian Education, vol. 31, no. 1, October 1991, pp. [10-14]
Description
Examines aspects of how the terms gifted and talented are used between cultures.
A Phenomenological Study of Five American Indian Women Teachers in Oklahoma
Theses
Author/Creator
Brenda Lorene Stevens Hill
Description
Educational Leadership and Policy Studies Thesis (Ph.D.)--The University of Oklahoma, 1991.
[Phil Fontaine Discusses His Childhood]
Alternate Title
The Journal ; June 11, 1991
[Life on the Reserve: Joy, Then Pain]
Media » Film and Video
Author/Creator
Phil Fontaine
Jerry Thompson
Description
Reviews Phil Fontaine's life in politics and his experience in residential schools. Includes synopsis and "Did You Know?" section.
Duration: 4:14.
Philosophical Perspectives of Gifted and Talented American Indian Education
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Stuart A. Tonemah
Journal of American Indian Education, vol. 31, no. 1, October 1991, pp. [3-14]
Description
Rejects standard testing and describes the preferred approaches for identifying exceptional Native American students and encouraging their success by addressing their academic, social, cultural, spiritual and physical needs.
Photo Vignette – T’łisalagi’ lakw School, ‘Yalis (Alert Bay), BC, early days
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Dara Culhane
BC Studies , no. 200, 50th Anniversary, Winter, 2019, pp. 45-47
Description
Describe the creation and early years of the independent school created by Kwakwaka’wakw parents on ‘Namgis First Nation territory; discusses inclusion of cultural and traditional teachings, and its evolution as one of the longest running independent schools in the province.
Photo Vignette – Whale Watching, Salish Style
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Lee Maracle
BC Studies , no. 200, 50th Anniversary, Winter, 2019, pp. 27-29
Description
Author shares a personal story as a means of teaching about cross-cultural relationships.
Place-Based Readings Toward Disrupting Colonized Literacies: A Métissage
Alternate Title
Place-Based Readings Toward Disrupting Colonized Literacies: A Metissage
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Adrian Downey
Rachael Bell
Katelyn Copage
Pam Whitty
In Education, vol. 25, no. 2, 10th Anniversary Online Special Issue: Teaching in the 21st Century Intercultural/Multilingual/Multi, Autumn, 2019, pp. 39-58
Description
Authors discuss ways to teach land-based or place-based literacies and how doing so can expose settler-colonial narrative and disrupt them.
A Place Where It Feels Like Home: The Story of Tina Fontaine
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Daphne Penrose
Description
Manitoba Advocate for Children and Youth's report on the investigation into several service agencies' involvement with a troubled teen who was eventually found murdered.
Plain Talk 1: KAIROS Blanket Exercise
Alternate Title
Assembly of First Nations Plain Talks
It's Our Time First Nations Tool Kit
Plain Talk ; 1
Plain Talk ; book 1
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
KAIROS
Ed Bianchi
Suzanne Doerge
Chris Hiller
Dr. Rose-Alma J. McDonald
Description
Document is an interactive teaching tool that assists participants understand the historic relationship between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples in Canada.
Plain Talk 10: First Nations Education
Alternate Title
It's Our Time First Nations Tool Kit
Plain Talk ; 10
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
[Assembly of First Nations]
Description
Articulates why Indigenous people have strong feelings regarding education rights and why it should be delivered in a culturally appropriate method.
Plain Talk 18: First Nations Holistic Lifelong Learning Model
Alternate Title
It's Our Time First Nations Tool Kit
Plain Talk ; 18
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
[Assembly of First Nations]
Description
Briefly explores the Indigenous concept of holistic lifelong learning from an Aboriginal perspective.
Plain Talk 2: Pre-Contact
Alternate Title
It's Our Time: First Nations Tool Kit
Plain Talk ; 2
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
[Assembly of First Nations]
Description
Provides a description of First Nations in the land area of Canada prior to the colonization and occupation by Europeans, primarily prior to 1500s.
Plain Talk 20: Plan For Student Success
Alternate Title
It's Our Time First Nations Tool Kit
Plain Talk ; 20
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
[Assembly of First Nations]
Description
Presents a road map for enhancing student success.
Plain Talk 21: First Nations Performance Indicators Checklist
Alternate Title
It's Our Time First Nations Tool Kit
Plain Talk ; 21
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
[Assembly of First Nations]
Description
Advises reading on events, actions or behaviours that are important to a community in assessing their educational system.
Plain Talk 22: Engaging the Community
Alternate Title
It's Our Time First Nations Tool Kit
Plain Talk ; 22
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
[Assembly of First Nations]
Description
Looks at ways communities can organize and confront issues to allow youth to achieve their potential.
Plain Talk 6: Residential Schools
Alternate Title
It's Our Time: First Nations Tool Kit
Plain Talk ; 6
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
[Assembly of First Nations]
Description
Describes the history of Canada's residential schools which were financed by the federal government, but largely run by various religious organizations.
Plain Talk 8: First Nations Quality of Life
Alternate Title
It's Our Time: First Nations Tool Kit
Plain Talk ; 8
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
[Assembly of First Nations]
Description
Looks at perspective as an important aspect when defining quality of life and provides 10 components of First Nation quality of life.
A Plan For American Indian Education in Montana: Recommended Goals
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Deborah LaCounte
Office of the Commissioner of Higher Education
Description
Presents recommended goals for education directed to the Governor, Legislature, Board of Regents, Board of Public Education and the Office of Public Instruction.
Planning for the Next Generation: Capital Infrastructure at Colleges and Universities
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Emily R. White Hat
Tribal College Journal of American Indian Higher Education, vol. 31, no. 2, Building Infrastructure, Winter, 2019
Description
Article describes three projects that have been initiated by the college fund to meet the evolving needs of tribal colleges and universities and address some of the shortcomings in the current infrastructure.
Plants and Connection to Place
Alternate Title
Yukon Grade 8 Cross-Curricular Unit
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Alyce Johnson
Liz Woods
Description
Focuses on Yukon First Nations Traditional Knowledge.
Plants & Connection to Place
Alternate Title
Plants and Connection to Place
Yukon Grade 8 Cross-Curricular Unit
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Yukon First Nations Curriculum Working Group
Alyce Johnson
Liz Woods
Description
Teacher's guide.
Policy Paper: Indigenous Students
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Nadia Bathish
Ryan Deshpande
Piers Kreps
Hannah Martin
Samatha Powless
Urszula Sitarz
Description
Discusses barriers to Indigenous students' participation in post-secondary institutions and makes recommendations in the areas of outreach and recognition of Indigenous knowledges, student financial assistance, funding for support services, decolonization of institutions, and developing experiential learning opportunities.
Positive Self-Reported Health might be an Important Determinant of Student’s Experiences of High School in Northern Sweden
Alternate Title
Positive Self-Reported Health might be an Important Determinant of Students’s Experiences of High School in Northern Sweden
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Hanna Forsberg
Heidi Carlerby
Annika Norstrand
Anitha Risberg
Catrine Kostenius
International Journal of Circumpolar Health, vol. 78, no. 1, 2019
Description
Study used data from the health dialogue questionnaire which surveyed 5035 students between 2013 and 2016; results were analyzed to determine associations between positive self-reported health and student experience. It was found that positive health is associated with positive experiences of school.
Powwow Highway in an Ethnic Film and Literature Course
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Marshall Toman
Carole Gerster
Studies in American Indian Literatures, vol. 3, no. 3, Series 2, Fall, 1991, pp. 29-38
Description
Looks at how Powwow Highway provides a contrast to many standard media depictions of Indians, and explores the benefits of a Native American segment of an education course that studies ethnic film and literature.
Entire issue on one PDF. To access article, scroll down to appropriate page.
Preface: [BC Studies, No. 89, 1991]
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Doreen Jensen
Cheryl Brooks
BC Studies, no. 89, In Celebration of Our Survival: The First Nations of British Columbia, Spring, 1991, pp. 8-12
Description
Introduces special issue written, compiled and edited by Aboriginal peoples from British Columbia.
Prescriptive Behavioral Intervention at the Dorm Level
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Glenn Latham
Richard West
Sarah Chambers Collins
Journal of American Indian Education, vol. 24, no. 2, May 1985, pp. [25-37]
Description
Study of behaviour modification in students experiencing trouble during non-school hours by paraprofessionals at Intermountain Inter-Tribal School in Utah.
Presentation of Self, Culture, and Other in Public Podium Talk: Constructing Indigenous/non-Indigenous Relations in Grassroots Popular Education
Theses
Author/Creator
Stephen Peters
Description
Integrated Studies in Education Thesis (Ph.D.)--McGill University, 2017.