Articles » General
Author/Creator
Alan Pence
James P. Anglin
Fran Hunt-Jinnouchi
Ngoonjook, no. 34, 2010, pp. 57-71
Description
Overview of program developed by the University of Victoria and the Meadow Lake Tribal Council.
Integrated Nursing Access Program: An Approach To Prepare Aboriginal Students For Nursing Careers
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Carole A. Orchard
Paula Didham
Cathy Jong
June Fry
International Journal of Nursing Education Scholarship, vol. 7, no. 1, 2010, p. article 10
Description
Discusses background of the program which provides transition or preparatory assistance with requirements for admission to nursing programs.
Integrating an Aboriginal Perspective: Issues and Challenges Faced by Non-Aboriginal Biology Teachers
Theses
Author/Creator
Tracy Lynn Blood
Description
Secondary Education Thesis (M.Ed.)--University of Alberta, 2010.
Integrative Science/Toqwa’tu’kl Kjijitaqnn: The Story of Our Journey in Bringing Together Indigenous and Western Scientific Knowledges
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Cheryl M. Bartlett
Description
Looks at the efforts to bridge scientific knowledges from Indigenous and western worldviews for the purposes of science education, science research, science applications, and science outreach for youth and the community.
The Intergenerational Legacy of the Indian Residential School System on the Cree Communities of Mistissini, Oujebougamau and Waswanipi: An Investigative Research on the Experiences of Three Generations of the James Bay Cree of Northern Quebec
Theses
Author/Creator
George Blacksmith
Description
Integrated Studies in Education Thesis (Ph.D.)--McGill University, 2010
Intergenerational Survivors in BC: Options in Light of the Indian Residential School Settlement Agreement: Briefing Note, March 5, 2010
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Emmy Manson
Kanatiio
Description
Document was created to provide background information for potential meetings of survivors. Includes self-assessment form and guide to interpreting results.
Intergenerational Trauma From a Mental Health Perspective
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Peter Menzies
Native Social Work Journal, vol. 7, Promising Practices in Mental Health: Emerging Paradigms for Aboriginal Social Work Practices, November 2010, pp. 63-85
Description
Presents a study that looks at links between personal homelessness and intergenerational trauma through a series of interviews with Aboriginal men.
Introduction to Blackfoot Quillworking Techniques
Alternate Title
[Kaahsinnooniksi Ao'toksisawooyawa: Our Ancestors Have Come to Visit: Reconnections with Historic Blackfoot Shirts]
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Deborah Magee Sherer
Description
Lesson plan developed in conjunction with exhibition of Blackfoot shirts loaned from the Pitt Rivers Museum, University of Oxford, to the Glenbow and Galt Museums in Alberta.
Suitable for ages 12 and up.
Introduction to Determinants of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples Health in Canada
E-Books
Author/Creator
We’es Tes, Sandra Martin Harris
Christine Añonuevo
Margo Greenwood
Roseann Larstone
Tabitha Robin
Yvonne Boyer ...
Cassandra Felske-Durksen
Lisa Boivin
Armand Garnet Ruffo
Madeleine Kétéskwēw Dion Stout
Miyawata Dion Stout
Mary Teegee ...
Ryan O’Toole ...
Laura McNab-Coombs
Danièle Behn Smith
Shannon Waters
Aluki Kotierk
Garry Gottfriedson
Margo Greenwood ...
Jaimie Isaac
Thomsen D’Hont
Marjolaine Siouï ...
Marie-Pier Paul ...
Lee Maracle ...
Donna L. M. Kurtz
Jessie Nyberg
Charlotte Coté
Harmony Johnson
Danièle Behn Smith ...
Norma Dunning
Introduction to Special Indigenous Issue
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Raven Sinclair
Critical Social Work, vol. 11, no. 1, Special Indigenous Issue, 2010, p. [?]
Description
Introduction to an issue devoted to Aboriginal and social work issues.
Inuit Art and HBC: Lesson Plan
Alternate Title
Inuit Art and the Hudson's Bay Company: Lesson Plan
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Dawn Martens
Connie Wyatt Anderson
Description
Examines the company's role in fostering the development, promotion, collection and market for Inuit art. Suitable for Grades 4 to 12.
Inuit Art: Markers of Cultural Resilience
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Heather Igloliorte
Inuit Art Quarterly, vol. 25, no. 1-2, Spring/Summer, 2010, pp. 4-11
Description
Discusses artists' responses to the impact of residential schools and cultural assimilation.
Entire issue on one pdf. To access article, scroll to p. 4.
Inuit Health Survey 2007-2008: Inuvialuit Settlement Region
Alternate Title
International Polar Year Inuit Health Survey: Health in Transition and Resiliency
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
G. M. Egeland
Description
Summary of results from the Adult Inuit Health Survey. Provides an overview of the health status and living conditions.
Inuit Health Survey 2007-2008: Nunatsiavut
Alternate Title
International Polar Year Inuit Health Survey: Health in Transition and Resiliency
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
G. M. Egeland
Description
Summary of results from the Adult Inuit Health Survey. Provides an overview of the health status and living conditions.
Inuit Health Survey 2007-2008: Nunavut
Alternate Title
International Polar Year Inuit Health Survey: Health in Transition and Resiliency
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
G. M. Egeland
Description
Summarizes results for adults.
The Inuit Presence at the First Canadian Truth and Reconciliation Commission National Event
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Marie-Pierre Gadoua
Études Inuit Studies, vol. 34, no. 2, Technologies Créatives / Creative Technologies, 2010, pp. 167-184
Description
Compares mainstream First Nations and Inuit modes of healing in response to colonial history.
Investigating Culturally Responsive Mathematics Education
E-Books
Author/Creator
Cynthia Nicol
Jo-ann Archibald
Jeff Baker
An Investigation of Exemplary Teaching Practices of Teachers of Native American Students
Theses
Author/Creator
William Marshall Young
Description
Teacher Education Thesis (Ph.D.)--University of Nevada, Las Vegas, 2010.
Investigation of Milk and Alternatives Intake and the Impact of School Nutrition Programs in First Nations Schoolchildren
Theses
Author/Creator
Michelle Gates
Description
Health Studies & Gerontology Thesis (M.Sc.)--University of Waterloo, 2010.
An Investigation of the Phenomenon of Shortages of Indian Teachers as Described by Tribal College Leaders in Teacher Preparation
Theses
Author/Creator
Cynthia Best O'Dell
Description
Educational Leadership Thesis (Ed.D.)--University of Montana, 2010.
Investigation of Vegetable and Fruit Intake of First Nation Schoolchildren: Do School Nutrition Programs Make a Difference?
Theses
Author/Creator
Allison Gates
Description
Health Studies & Gerontology Thesis (M.Sc.)--University of Waterloo, 2010.
Investing in Aboriginal Education in Canada: An Economic Perspective
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Andrew Sharpe
Jean-Francois Arsenault
Description
Looks at the research done on the economic impacts of improving levels of Aboriginal education for the social well-being of the Aboriginal population.
Island Métis K-12 Resources Project: A Living Document of Métis Resources and History for Students and Teachers
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Lauren McLean
Description
Lists illustrated bboks, novels, videos, DVDs & film, short story/creative writing, and non-fiction for primary, intermediate, secondary grades.
An Issue of Culture in Educating American Indian Youth
Alternate Title
Images, Imaginations, and Beyond: Proceedings of the Eighth Native American Symposium
Native American Symposium ; 8th, 2009
E-Books » Chapters
Author/Creator
John B. Love
Michael Kallam
Melanie Price
Description
Examines historical and current trends to engage Native American students and offers a list of practical suggestions employed in some Oklahoma schools.
Japanese Indigenous Knowledges and Impacts of Vibrating Energy: Pedagogical Implications in Education
Theses
Author/Creator
yumiko Kawano
Description
Sociology and Equity Studies in Education Thesis (M.A.)--Ontario Institute for Studies in Education, University of Toronto, 2010.
Job Satisfaction and Aboriginal Labour Mobility Among Non-Reserve Populations: An Overlooked Variable?
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Christopher Adams
Journal of Aboriginal Economic Development, vol. 7, no. 1, Fall, 2010, pp. 55-68
Description
Looks at how labour mobility is affected by job security, gender, age, education and Aboriginal identity for Métis, non-status, and First Nations people.
[One or more images have been omitted from this article due to copyright restrictions. These images are accessible in the print version of this journal.]
Johnny Can't Talk, Either: The Perpetuation of the Deficit Theory in Classrooms
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Rebecca G. Eller
Reading Teacher, vol. 42, no. 9, May 1989, pp. 670-674
Description
Discusses the 'deficit' theory assumption that children from lower socioeconomic homes have lower levels of language skill, whereas the classes may provide fewer opportunities to speak out, and so may be perceived as less capable expressively.
Joining The Journey
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Tom Buckmiller
Tribal College Journal of American Indian Higher Education, vol. 21, no. 4, Native American Studies, Summer, 2010, pp. 52-53
Description
Description of the types of teachers a Native American student may encounter at college.
The Journey Ahead: Report on Progress Since the Government of Canada's Apology to Former Students of Indian Residential Schools
Alternate Title
The Journey Ahead: Report on Progress Since the Government of Canada's Apology to Former Students of Indian Residential Schools: Report of the Standing Committee on Aboriginal Affairs
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Gerry St. Germain
Lillian Eva Dyck
Description
Discusses the report on the progress made on the Government of Canada’s commitments since the apology to former students of Indian Residential Schools, and the challenges that still lie ahead.
Journey From the Shadows
Media » Film and Video
Author/Creator
Atlantic Policy Congress of First Nations Chiefs Secretariat
Description
Stories from residential school survivors and descendants of survivors.
Duration: 44:59.
Journeys of the Spirit III: Teacher's Guide
Alternate Title
[Ningwakwe's Healthy Life Series]
E-Books
Author/Creator
Nancy Cooper
Description
The Junior Health Worker Program a Lajamanu, NT
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Teresa Matthews
Napalijarr
Christine Nicholls
Jenny Henssler
Marge Prosser
Aboriginal and Islander Health Worker Journal, vol. 13, no. 1, March 1989, pp. 39-44
Description
Discusses program focuses on health and prevention rather than cure and criteria and components of the program.
Jurisdiction, Resources, and Accountability in Basic Education Programs: An Analysis of the Issues, Challenges and Current Realities Facing First Nations Students
Theses
Author/Creator
Maurice Allen Manyfingers
Description
Educational Research Thesis (Ph.D.)--University of Calgary, 2010.
Kaahsinnooniksi Ao'toksisawooyawa: Reconnections with Historic Blackfoot Shirts
Alternate Title
Our Ancestors have Come to Visit
Web Sites » Organizations
Author/Creator
Pitt Rivers Museum
Description
Website for an exhibition at the Glenbow and Galt Museums in Alberta. Contains links to lessons plans, photographs, and information about the shirts.
Kafataha: Strategies to Preserve Pacific Languages
Alternate Title
Kafataha
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Sione Tu‘itahi
AlterNative, vol. 6, no. 2, Ngaahi Lea a e Kakai Pasifika: Endangered Pacific Languages and Cultures, 2010, pp. 134-142
Description
Recommendations for retaining and incorporate Pacific languages and knowledge into research and teaching.
The Kamloops Residential School: Indigenous Perspectives and Revising Canada's History
Theses
Author/Creator
Jenna K. Foster
Description
History Thesis (M.A.)--University of British Columbia, 2010.
'"Keep the Languages Alive" with Elders, Teachers, Advocates, and Linguists: AILDI's Balancing Act in Efforts to Maintain and Revitalize Endangered Languages.
Alternate Title
American Indian Language Development Institute: Thirty Year Tradition of Speaking From Our Heart
E-Books » Chapters
Author/Creator
Akira Y. Yamamoto
Kimiko Y. Yamamoto
Description
Looks at language endangerment in the global setting, responses to the endangered situation, and issues in promoting language revitalization.
Chapter from American Indian Language Development Institute: Thirty Year Tradition of Speaking From Our Heart edited by Candace K. Galla, Stacey Oberly, G.L. Romero, Maxine Sam, Ofelia Zepeda.
[Kevin Annett: The Truth About the Canadian Residential School Massacres]
Alternate Title
Face to Face
Media » Film and Video
Author/Creator
Jack Etkin
Kevin Annett
Description
Discusses the genocide of indigenous children and the film, Unrepentant: Kevin Annett and Canada's Genocide.
Duration: 54:41.
Kids' Stop
Web Sites » Governmental
Author/Creator
Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada
Description
Resource designed for children and educators with sections on places, people, history and languages. First Nation’s schools across Canada are listed under “Schools Online.” Includes Info Sheets on many different subjects which are written for children aged 8 to 11.
Kinikinik: A Treaty Play
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Ian Ross
Description
Uses the characters of turtle, wolf and beaver to educate the audience about treaties and the treaty relationship. Suitable for all ages.
Related Material: Student Workbook.
Kiviuq and the Bee Woman By Noel McDermott, Illustrated by Toma Feizo Gas: Educator's Resource
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Inhabit Media
Description
Geared toward Grades 4 to 6.
Kiviuq and the Mermaids by Noel McDermott, Illustrated by Toma Feizo Gas: Educator's Resource
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Inhabit Media
Description
Pre-reading activities, discussion questions, learning activities, and extension activities for Grades 4 to 6.
A Knowledge Gap, Chapter 2
Alternate Title
[Implementing the Vision] ; Chapter 2
Media » Film and Video
Author/Creator
First Nations Health Council
Description
Chapter 2 of series comments on the effects of residential schools and colonization on First Nations health.
Duration: 5:13.
Ko e Hā Ha'atau Poa Ki He Mole 'Etau Lea Faka-tongá?
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Linitā Manu‘atu
Luhama ‘Ofeina ‘e he Langi Fale
Mele Pisila Finau
‘Alekisanita Kaufusi
Talita Kiumi Malupo ... [ et al.]
AlterNative, vol. 6, no. 2, Ngaahi Lea a e Kakai Pasifika: Endangered Pacific Languages and Cultures, 2010, pp. 180-186
Description
Looks at educational and social strategies to preserve the Tongan language. Text in Māori.
Ko tō ringa ki ngā rākau a te Pākehā - the Use of Digital Resources in the Learning and Teaching of te reo Māori: A Case Study
Theses
Author/Creator
Elisa Margaret Duder
Description
[Maori Development] Thesis (M.A.)--Auckland University of Technology, 2010.
The Lakehead Public School Board's Urban Aboriginal Education Project: Review and Research Study: Final Report
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Lisa Korteweg
Description
Recommends hiring more Aboriginal teachers, staff, as well as facilitators to build cross-cultural understanding through communication, consultation with Aboriginal parents and organizations.
Land and Language: Exploring the Uses of The Ktunaxa Nation Network in British Columbia, Canada
Theses
Author/Creator
Heather Henley
Description
Natural Resources Management Thesis (M.N.R.M.)--The University of Manitoba, 2010.
Land and Water Based Education
Alternate Title
Land- and Water-Based Education
Treaty Education Nova Scotia
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Mi’kmaw Kina’matnewey
Description
Focus on Mi'kmaw culture and Nova Scotia, but lessons could be adapted to other contexts. Lesson plans for all levels as well individual grades.
Language Issues in Māori Chemistry Education
Alternate Title
Language Issues in Maori Chemistry Education
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Georgina Stewart
AlterNative, vol. 6, no. 1, 2010, pp. 66-71
Description
Discusses the challenges of language revitalization and current discourses relevant to Pūtaiao, or Māori-medium science education.