Elders Roles

Author uses a personal essay to discuss basic tenets of Indigenous knowledge, ways of knowing, and ontological constructs; uses Líl̓wat language concepts to help illustrate her points. Highlights experiential and action based teaching and learning, relational understanding, and the concepts of flux, balance.

Discusses the way in which the tobacco contributes to Indigenous research methodology and examines how Indigenous research can draw upon Indigenous ways of knowing by connecting individuals with the spiritual and physical world.

Discusses formal and informal education and the benefits of integrating Aboriginal concepts of learning with the two systems.

Recommendations, based on principles taught by Elders, to the Government of Canada.

Chapter Four in book: Aboriginal Education in Canada: A Plea For Integration by John W. Lyons Friesen and Virginia Lyons Friesen. Presents learning opportunities for non-Aboriginal educators.

Research findings indicate that children who are raised in and aware of their peoples' traditional culture have a greater probability of school success.

Looks at STEM (Western science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) trained faculty partnering with Elders to learn about natural health products (NHP) at the First Nations University of Canada.

Author analyzes ways in which settler colonialism manifests and can be explored through actions, self-reflection and relationships; discusses the process of self-decolonization and its implications for relationship-building between Indigenous and non-Indigenous people.

Discusses how scientists need to incorporate Indigenous knowledge to help with their Arctic research.

Comments on the importance of Elders to teach young people traditional practices and languages that they may not otherwise have been taught. Article located by scrolling to page 5.

Samples of teachings and life stories by Elders from Plains Cree, Dakota, Dene, Nakota and Saulteaux First Nations of Saskatchewan taken from the full length videoTraditional Teachings: A Journey From Young Child to Young Adult. Duration: 9:37.

Curriculum and Instruction Thesis (M.A.)--University of British Columbia, 1996.

Article suggests a greater role for Inuit elders and adaptation of the school system to Inuit world views rather than the current reversed strategy.

Aboriginal language usage improves cultural knowledge. Students were previously punished if they were caught using Aboriginal languages in school.

Curriculum and Instruction Thesis (Ph.D)--University of Victoria, 2009.

Thesis (Ed.D.)--Montana State University--Bozeman, 1997.

Results of a research study, with some additional analysis, that examined the importance of tribal teachers in the development of adolescent Native American's tribal identity.

Information gathered from four individuals who attended the "A Window to Seeing the World Differently, National Symposium of Aboriginal Special Education". Objective was to explore possibilities for incorporating Aboriginal attitudes into the education of special needs children.

Nuuu-chah-nulth Elders refer to stories about Umeek, the first whaler to talk about learning tendencies and beliefs.

Concerns about undiagnosed diabetes, a screening project brought about by Cree Elders.

Focuses on women who are strong, but low key activists, who extend many services to other urban community members and play many different roles to the people around them.

Comments on the findings from interviews with 74 Inuit adults regarding what they like about schooling and what they would like to see change. 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.

Impact on the life of Tecumseh's descendant, Thomas Wildcat Alford of the Shawnee tribe, who was selected by elders to attend a government boarding school in the late 1800's.

Adult Education Thesis (M.Ad.Ed.)--Saint Francis Xavier University, 2002.

Briefly describes the three postgraduate subjects in Aboriginal health for the Master of Public Health program for 2004.

Consists of an interview where he tells of life in a foster home and cultural suppression; gives a description of suppression on reserves in the 1950's; and gives a description of native values and philosophy and the role of sweat lodges.

Consists of an interview where Verna Patronella Johnston speaks of uses for traditional foods and medicines. She also gives an account of Grandma Jones, a storyteller.

Video records one class's experience with incorporating Aboriginal art and culture into the curriculum by utilizing community mentors and Elders. Duration: 17:00.

Documentary about a Cree community in northern Alberta where the children are taught traditional stories and traditional ways by the old people. Duration: 14:32.

Educational Administration Thesis (Ed.D.)--The University of South Dakota, 2010.

Excellent teacher resource includes links to information and videos about the following topics: worldviews, oral traditions, Elders, culture and language, kinship, Aboriginal and treaty rights, healing historical trauma, symbolism and traditions, connection to land, Indigenous pedagogy, well-being, and traditional environmental knowledge. Related material: Talking Together: A Discussion Guide.

Looks at the vision of the Aboriginal Enhancement Schools Network for better educational outcomes.

Education Thesis (Ph.D.)--James Cook University, 2004.

Educational Studies Thesis (Ph.D.)--University of British Columbia (Vancouver), 2016.

Education Thesis (Ph.D.)--Queensland University of Technology, 2013.

Based on papers presented at the conference: The West and Beyond : Historians Past, Present and Future, held at the University of Alberta, 19–21 June, 2008.

Discusses the role of elders in urban First Nations communities.

Comments on the importance of passing culture from one generation to another.

Discusses research project activities including literature review of family literacy, assessment of literacy programs in Saskatchewan, environment mapping, and the development of a province wide online survey tool.

Explores the diverse group of traditional healing elders and what they believe are the important attributes and principles for mental health providers.

Canadian Heritage Development Studies Thesis (M.A.)--Trent University, 1998.

Outlines the selection process and characteristics needed for an individual to become an Elder.

A woman tells about her life, her language and sharing her language with her granddaughter.

Describes Elders' contributions to a community-based participatory research project, the Nimi Ichinohabi program, on substance abuse prevention for children at the community school.

Article considers current trends in Indigenous education in Canada and examines the indigenization of curriculum through the inclusion of languages, knowledge structures, cultural resurgence, and reconnection with land, Elders, culture, and community.

Book Reviews of: Wise Words of the Yup'ik People Peopleby Ann Fienup-Riordan. Translations by Alice Rearden. Yupiit Qanruyutaitedited by Ann Fienup-Riordan.

Documentary with Elders, fathers, and matriarchs on strengthening the role for First Nations, Inuit and Mètis fathers. Accompanying Report. Durations: 26:30.

Overview of two-day gathering of over 100 individuals to address social and cultural changes for Inuit, Mètis and First Nations men. Accompanying documentary.