Transforming the Health Landscape in Northern Communities: Shared Leadership for Innovation in Nursing Education

Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Lois Berry
Lorna Butler
Amy Wright
Journal of Nursing Education and Practice, vol. 4, no. 9, 2014, pp. 33-43
Description
Discusses approaches taken by the College of Nursing at the University of Saskatchewan to create and implement a program aimed at building a local Indigenous health professional workforce.
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Transitions from Aboriginal-Controlled Post-Secondary Institutes to Public Post-Secondary Institutions: Final Research Report

Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Office of Indigenous Affairs
University of Victoria
Indigenous Adult & Higher Learning Association
Description
Overall goals of research project were to increase student success, document best practices, and identify factors which facilitate or hinder a smooth transition. Used interviews and focus groups involving 80 current and former students.
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The Tribal Environment and Natural Resources Management Approach to Indian Education and Student Assessment

Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Gigi Berardi
Dan Burns
Phillip Duran
Roberto Gonzalez-Plaza
Sharon Kinley ... [et al.]
Journal of American Indian Education, vol. 42, no. 1, Celebrating Tribal Colleges and Universities American Indian Higher Education Consortium, 2003, pp. 58-74
Description
Discusses the TENRM program and the practical application for students after completion.
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A Tribalography of Alaska Native Presence in Academia

Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Jessica Bissett Perea
American Indian Culture and Research Journal, vol. 37, no. 3, 2013, pp. 3-27
Description
Looks at the diversity of Alaska Natives in academic institutions and gives a description of the Alaska Native Scholars Project.
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True Colors: Are Others What We Want to See?

Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Lester B. Brown
Glen R. Alley
American Indian Quarterly, vol. 27, no. 1/2, Special Issue: Native Experiences in the Ivory Tower, Winter-Spring, 2003, pp. 121-131
Description
Article describes the presence and prevalence of discrimination based on ethnicity, sexual orientation, mental health, and other factors in social work education and in social work practice. Authors also discuss the backlash they experienced for their implementation and/or support of different equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) programs.
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A Tutoring-Counseling Program for Indian Students in College

Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
C. M. Charles
Journal of American Indian Education, vol. 1, no. 3, May 1962, pp. [10-12]
Description
Describes a one-on-one program in which graduate students assisted undergraduates in the area of English language proficiency.
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Twice as Good: A History of Aboriginal Nurses

Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Mary Jane Logan McCallum
Description
Looks at four periods: 1900 to 1945, 1945 to 1969, 1969 to 1989, and 1989 to 2006. Sources include records of Aboriginal Nurses Association of Canada, National Archives of Canada, secondary literature, and personal recollections.
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Two-Eyed Seeing and the Language of Healing in Community-Based Research

Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Marilyn Iwama
Murdena Marshall
Albert Marshall
Cheryl Bartlett
Canadian Journal of Native Education, vol. 32, no. 2, 2009, pp. 3-23, 116
Description
Looks at a community participation model of research and teaching which draws on the strengths of Indigenous and Western knowledges in efforts to revitalize language and restore relationships with each other and with the land.
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Two-Eyed Seeing: Creating a New Liminal Space in Education

Articles » General
Author/Creator
Michelle Hogue
Cheryl Bartlett
Education Canada, vol. 54, no. 3, [Aboriginal Student Success], Summer, 2014, p. [?]
Description
Looks at combining the strengths of both Indigenous knowledge and Western knowledge for the benefit of Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples.
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Two-Eyed Seeing in the Classroom Environment: Concepts, Approaches, and Challenges

Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Annamarie Hatcher
Cheryl Bartlett
Albert Marshall
Murdena Marshall
Canadian Journal of Science, Mathematics and Technology Education, vol. 9, no. 3, [Special Issue: Indigenous Science Education From Place: Best Practices on Turtle Island], 2009, pp. 141-153
Description
Outlines concepts and approaches for teaching Integrative Science and discusses some of the challenges.
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Two Feathers Endowment Scholarship Program: Program Evaluation

Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Alexandra Pierce
Description
Recipients of scholarship awards indicate that the program is successful in helping Native American students succeed in college and that the award helps recipients feel supported by a larger Native American community.
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U of A Proving Popular with Native Students

Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Heather Kent
CMAJ: Canadian Medical Association Journal, vol. 162, no. 4, February 22, 2000, p. 550
Description
Discusses the success of the University of Alberta as a leader in attracting Aboriginal students, particularly in medical studies.
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U of S to Honour the Late Gordon Oakes

Alternate Title
University of Saskatchewan to Honour the Late Gordon Oakes
Articles » General
Author/Creator
John Lagimodiere
Eagle Feather News, vol. 11, no. 1, January 2008, p. 7
Description
Comments on the naming of the future Aboriginal Students Centre to be built on the University of Saskatchewan campus. Article located by scrolling to page 7.
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Uncomfortable Curricula? A Survey of Academic Practices and Attitudes to Delivering Indigenous Content in Health Professional Degrees

Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Naomi Wolfe
Loretta Sheppard
Peter Le Rossignol
Shawn Somerset
Higher Education Research and Development, vol. 37, no. 3, 2018, pp. 649-662
Description
Surveyed academic staff from a large multi-campus Australian university about whether Indigenous content was included in curricula they taught; feelings of confidence and capability in delivering content, challenges, and what, if any, supports and resources were needed.
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Under the Same Sky: Connecting Students and Cultures through Circumpolar Nursing Education

Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Bente Norbye
Lorna Butler
Heather Exner-Pirot
Healthcare, vol. 6, no. 2, June 2018, p. article no. 50
Description
Looks at participant data from the Innovative Learning Institute on Circumpolar Health events initiated by the Northern Nursing Education Network. Reports findings in five areas: language as barrier and enabler; shared values and traditions; characteristics of nursing practices; new perspectives in nursing; and building sustainable partnerships.
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[Understanding Indigenous Perspectives]: Modules

Web Sites » Organizations
Author/Creator
[Jean-Paul Restoule]
Description
Contains links to educational modules on six topics: Indigenous worldviews, Indigenous ways of knowing, stereotypes, history of Indigenous education, reconciliation, and treaties. Intended for a post-secondary audience.
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Understanding the Needs of Maori Learners for the Effective Use of eLearning

Alternate Title
Critical Success Factors for Effective Use of eLearning with Maori Learners
Understanding the Needs of Māori Learners for the Effective Use of eLearning
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Laurie Porima
Description
Summarizes results obtained through focus groups. Participants discussed why they undertook studies online, support systems, positive and negative aspects, relevance of tikanga Maori in courses, and changes that could enhance the experience. Part of project entitled Critical Success for Effective Use of eLearning with Maori Learners.
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Universities and Northern Economic Development

Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
John F. Young
Northern Review, no. 39, Consultation and Resource development in Northern Communities: Russia, Scandinavia & Canada, 2015, pp. 111-123
Description
Uses the Northwest Community College in British Columbia as an example showing how universities deal with competing interests.
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[University Admissions Roundtable]

Alternate Title
Daniels: In and Beyond the Law
Aboriginal Admissions and Métis Identity, College of Medicine, University of Saskatchewan
Affirmative Action, Self Identification
Responsibilities of Universities in View of the Daniels Decision
Where are You From? Reframing Facilitated Admissions Policies in the Faculty of Health Sciences
Media » Film and Video
Author/Creator
Danielle Soucy
Valerie Arnault-Pelletier
Lisa Collins
Kara Paul
André Costopoulos
Description
Representatives from Canadian universities discuss their institution's policies about proof of Indigenous identity when individuals apply for equity seats. Duration: 53:08. Presentations are part of the conference "Daniels: In and Beyond the Law" held at University of Alberta, Jan. 26-27, 2017.
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University Library Report of the Ithaka S&R Study on Improving Library Resources and Services for Indigenous Studies Scholars: University of Saskatchewan Context

Alternate Title
Executive Summary: Ithaka S&R Study on Improving Library Resources & Services for Indigenous Studies Scholars: University of Saskatchewan Context
University Library Report of the Ithaka S&R Study on Improving Library Resources and Services for Indigenous Studies Scholars (in the broad sense of the term): University of Saskatchewan Context
University Library Report of the Ithaka Strategy and Research Study on Improving Library Resources and Services for Indigenous Studies Scholars (in the broad sense of the term):
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
[Deborah] Lee
[David] Smith
Description
Report primarily based on semi-structured interviews with eight Indigenous faculty members. Outlines methodology and discusses findings, including: resources used, current gaps in resources and services, community members' lack of access, experiences with librarians/archivists, and research-related issues. Thirteen recommendations are made.
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University of Regina Aboriginal Student Centre

Alternate Title
U of R Aboriginal Student Centre
Web Sites » Organizations
Author/Creator
University of Regina
U of R Aboriginal Student Centre
Description
Website has links to a newsletter, information on self-declaration, program information, events and workshops, a photo and video gallery, a list of staff members, information on scholarships, and contact information.
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The University of Saskatchewan Native Law Centre

Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Roger Carter
Saskatchewan Law Review, vol. 44, 1979-1980, pp. 135-142
Description
Overview of the summer Program of Legal Studies for Native People and the goals and future of the Native Law Centre at the University of Saskatchewan, including funding issues.
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University Preparation for Native American Students: Theory and Application

Articles » General
Author/Creator
Jeanna Beaty
Katherine Beaty Chiste
Journal of American Indian Education, vol. 26, no. 1, October 1986, pp. [6-13]
Description
Description and appraisal of the University Preparation Program (UPP) at University of Lethbridge, a six week course aimed at improving retention and graduation rates.
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Unlearning Colonial Identities While Engaging in Relationality: Settler Teachers’ Education-as-Reconciliation

Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Lisa Korteweg
Tesa Fiddler
McGill Journal of Education, vol. 53, no. 2, Spring, 2018, pp. 254-275
Description
Longstanding teacher-education team who teach a specialized Honours BEd course, entitled Indigenizing Perspectives and Practices in Education, outline the obstacles and struggles in settler teacher education; discuss legacies of colonialism in education and systemic racism in curriculum.
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