Articles » General
Author/Creator
Jennifer Lewington
Education Canada, vol. 52, no. 5, From Rhetoric to Reality: Meet Some Game Changers, 2012, p. [?]
Description
Looks at Potlotek High School, a community solution to bullying and low graduation rates at off-serve school.
Engaging Feminism: A Pedagogy for Aboriginal Peoples
Theses
Author/Creator
Marlene Elizabeth McKay
Description
Educational Foundations Thesis (M.Ed.)--University of Saskatchewan, 2005.
Enhancing Aboriginal Child Wellness: The Potential of Early Learning Programs
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Jane P. Preston
First Nations Perspectives Journal, vol. 1, no. 1, 2008, pp. 98-120
Description
Results of a 2008 survey include the benefits of these programs, the challenges of inaccessibility, and the need for Aboriginal decision-making.
Establishing a Cultural Centre
Web Sites » Governmental
Author/Creator
Jessica Tomic-Bagshaw
Kerri McDonnell
Georgina Nicloux
Shirley Muldon
Claudette Rocan
Description
Provides guidelines for establishing community cultural centres where Aboriginal peoples can provide their own perspectives on history, practices, beliefs, and material culture.
Evaluating Success: Mother Earth's Children's Charter School Longitudinal Study
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Lola Baydala
Carmen Rasmussen
Jeffrey Bisanz
Merle Kennedy
Natalie Weigum
et al.
Canadian Journal of Native Education, vol. 32, no. 2, 2009, pp. 78-93, 116-117
Description
Looks at the research approach and findings from the first three years of operation in the only Indigenous children's charter school in Canada.
The Exodus from Kitaskinaw School
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Cora Voyageur
Canadian Journal of Native Education, vol. 19, no. 1, 1992, pp. 35-45
Description
Examines the shift from a 70% non-Indigenous student population in 1970's to only 3% by 1991 at the Kitaskinaw school located on the Enoch reservation.
Experiential Learning in an Indigenous Context: Integration of Place, Experience and Criticality in Educational Practice
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Kevin O'Connor
Description
Looks at components that enhance student engagement in place based educational programs in the Yukon and Cree Nation reserve schools in northern Alberta.
Exploring the Socio-Cultural Production of Aboriginal Identities: Implications for Education
Theses
Author/Creator
Verna Lynn St. Denis
Description
Education Thesis (Ph.D.)--Stanford University, 2002.
Factors and Themes in Native Education and School Boards/First Nations Tuition Negotiations and Tuition Agreement Schooling
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
George E. Burns
Canadian Journal of Native Education, vol. 22, no. 1, Creating Power in the Land of the Eagle, 1998, pp. 53-66
Description
Examines meaningful involvement of First Nations in tuition agreement field.
A Family Systems Approach for Serving Rural, Reservation Native American Communities
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Joanne C. O’Connell
Journal of American Indian Education, vol. 24, no. 2, May 1985, pp. [1-6]
Description
Presents a model for delivering education and rehabilitation services to young handicapped Native American students on rural reservations.
Fate of the FNUC in the Chiefs' Hands
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Doug Cuthand
Leader Post, December 5, 2005, p. B1
Description
Comments on the chief's task force report which recommends a smaller board of governors and less direct control by the chiefs.
FED-BOS: The Federally Controlled Band Operated School and the No-Policy Policy
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Denis R. Hall
Canadian Journal of Native Education, vol. 19, no. 1, 1992, pp. 57-66
Description
Examines the use of the words "band controlled" for schools, when in actuality the schools remains under the control of the federal government.
Federal Boarding Schools and the Indian Child: 1920-1960
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Margaret Connell Szasz
South Dakota History, vol. 7, no. 4, 1977, pp. [371]-384
Description
Historical overview of the running of and changes to American Indigenous boarding schools over a forty year period.
First Nation Elementary and Secondary Education Discussion Guide
E-Books
Author/Creator
National Panel on First Nation Elementary and Secondary Education
First Nation Elementary-Secondary Education: A National Dilemma
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Waubageshig (Harvey McCue)
Description
Discusses three important parts that make up an education program: teachers, principals and curriculum.
First Nations Control of First Nations Education: An Issue of Power and Knowledge
Theses
Author/Creator
Elizabeth Lightning
Description
Education Thesis (Ph.D)--University of Toronto, 1997.
First Nations Control of First Nations Education: It's Our Vision, It's Our Time
Alternate Title
ICIE 2010
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Assembly of First Nations
Description
Explains suggested revisions and updates to Indian Control of Indian Education 1972 (ICIE 1972) document to reflect current challenges and changes in education.
First Nations Education Action Plan
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Assembly of First Nations
Description
Discussion on the development and implementation of a sustainable education system under the jurisdiction of First Nation peoples.
First Nations Education: Financial Accountability and Educational Attainment
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Sheila Carr-Stewart
Canadian Journal of Education, vol. 29, no. 4, 2006, pp. 998-1018
Description
Argues that equitable financial resources are required to support First Nations students in band-managed schools.
First Nations Education: The Need for Legislation in the Jurisdictional Gray Zone
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
James B. Wilson
Canadian Journal of Native Education, vol. 30, no. 2, 2007, pp. 248-256
Description
Contends that First Nations peoples are willing to accept responsibility for education by implementing a First Nations Education Act as a tool to address disparities.
First Nations Educational Jurisdiction: National Background Paper
E-Books
Author/Creator
Paulette C. Tremblay
First Nations/Inuit/Métis Health Human Resource Inventory:
First Nations, Inuit & Métis Education History From a HHR Perspective
Alternate Title
First Nations, Inuit & Métis Education History From a HHR Perspective
Documents & Presentations
Description
Discussion on the failure of western educational approaches resulting in the need to adapt a curriculum that supports the development of culturally relevant training and education programs.
FNUC Needs Major Shakeup
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Doug Cuthand
Leader Post, October 24, 2005, p. B1
Description
Comments on the interim task force report examining the First Nations University of Canada that advocates a smaller Board of Governors allowing greater academic freedom.
FNUC Restructures Dean Out of a Job
Alternate Title
First Nations University of Canada Restructures Dean Out of a Job
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Peter T. Derbawka
Windspeaker, vol. 23, no. 5, August 2005, p. 9
Description
Reports how students grapple with the dismissal of Dean Winona Wheeler when they first heard about the news at the First Nations University of Canada (FNUC), Saskatoon campus.
Entire issue on one pdf. To access article scroll to p.9.
FNUC to Tribal Council Mess, Silly Seasons Here
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Doug Cuthand
StarPhoenix, June 17, 2005, p. A13
Description
Commentary on Aboriginal international news and developing Saskatchewan issues during a slow, summer.
For Urban Los Angeles: A Tribal American Preschool
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
John Long
Lena Canyon
David Churchman
Journal of American Indian Education, vol. 13, no. 1, October 1973, pp. [7-13]
Description
Describes three types of instruction being assessed in this Native run preschool that focuses on Native American culture.
Forgotten and Ignored: Special Education in First Nations Schools in Canada
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Ron Phillips
Canadian Journal of Education Administration and Policy, no. 106, June 7, 2010, pp. 1-26
Description
Looks at the federal government's responsibility for special education programs on reserves. Provides recommendations for strategies to develop a system to support students, teachers and communities.
Four Hundred Years of Failure: A History of Indian Education
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Erich Longie
Description
Looks at the historical factors responsible for the success and struggles of self-governed tribal colleges.
Free to be Kanien'kehaka: A Case Study of Educational Self-Determination at the Akwesasne Freedom School
Theses
Author/Creator
Louellyn White
Description
Interdisciplinary Program in American Indian Studies Thesis (Ph.D.)--The University of Arizona, 2009.
Free to be Mohawk: Indigenous Education at the Akwesasne Freedom School
Alternate Title
New Directions in Native American Studies ; vol. 12
E-Books
Author/Creator
Louellyn White
Free to Be Mohawk: Indigenous Education at the Akwesasne Freedom School
Book Reviews
Author/Creator
Lianne Marie Leda Charlie
NAIS: Journal of the Native American and Indigenous Studies Association, vol. 4, no. 1, Spring, 2017, pp. 134-135
Description
Book review of: Free to Be Mohawk by Louellyn White.
Free to Be Mohawk: Indigenous Education at the Akwesasne Freedom School
Book Reviews
Author/Creator
Anthony Snethen
NAIS: Journal of the Native American and Indigenous Studies Association, vol. 4, no. 2, 2017, pp. 117-118
Description
Book review of: Free to Be Mohawk by Louellyn White.
From School in Community to a Community-Based School: The Influence of an Aboriginal Principal on Culture-Based School Development
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Brian Lewthwaite
Canadian Journal of Educational Administration and Policy, no. 64, October 9, 2007, p. [?]
Description
Looks at influences on educational reform in the northern community of Aklavik and development of a science curriculum.
FSIN Must Butt Out for Sake of FNUC Future
Alternate Title
Federation of Saskatchewan Indian Nations (FSIN) Must Butt Out for Sake of First Nations University of Canada (FNUC) Future
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Doug Cuthand
StarPhoenix, April 20, 2007, p. A15
Description
Explains why the First Nations University (FNUC) must be made independent.
The Funding of Tribally Controlled Colleges
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Wayne J. Stein
Journal of American Indian Education, vol. 30, no. 1, October 1990, pp. [1-7]
Description
Examines United States federal, state and private funding for community colleges.
The Future of Indian Education - Opportunities for Increased Tribal Control
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Dawn Sturdevant Baum
Description
The 19th Annual Tribal and Government Conference: The Future of Indian Education, University of Kansas, March 13, 2015.
Future of Language Depends on Children
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Kathy Blair
Anglican Journal, vol. 125, no. 10, December 1999, p. 3
Description
Residential schools healing fund helps to fund development of Kwak'wala hymn book incorporating both orthography systems so young and old are able to use same book.
Genuine Community Ownership of Northern Education: From Theory to Practice
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Donald J. Taylor
Roxane de la Sablonnière
Laura French Bourgeos
Northern Public Affairs, vol. 2, Special Report 2014: Revitalizing Education in Inuit Nunangat, 2014, pp. 55-59
Description
Discusses issues of poor school attendance through a cultural identity lens that encompasses the impacts of colonization on all aspects of Inuit life.
Hands-On Chiefs Undermine Indian Institutions
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Doug Cuthand
StarPhoenix, May 11, 2007, p. A13
Description
Argues that chiefs should be leaders and not administrators, further arguing that by governments turning things over for bands to deal with, chiefs become like Indian agents.
Higher Education in the Fourth World: Indigenous People Take Control
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Ray Barnhardt
Canadian Journal of Native Education, vol. 18, no. 2, 1991, pp. 199-231
Description
An overview of post-secondary programs designed to address the creation of more culturally relevant Indigenous controlled educational initiatives.
A History of American Indian Tribal Colleges
Theses
Author/Creator
James H. Raymond
III
Description
Innovation and Leadership Thesis (Ed.D.)--Wilmington College, 2004.
Honoring Our Children: Acceptance Within the Indian Community
Alternate Title
Enduring Legacies: Native Cases
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Vivian Arviso
Description
Case study about creating a safe school environment for gender expression.
Includes teaching notes intended for students taking education, Native American studies, political studies, sociology and psychology.
'I Think That What's Happening in Aboriginal Education Is That We're Taking Control': Aboriginal Teachers' Stories of Self-Determination
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Jeff Orr
David W. Friesen
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.
Identity and Culture Shock: Aboriginal Children and Schooling in Australia
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Gisela Kaplan
Anne-Katrin Eckermann
McGill Journal of Education, vol. 31, no. 1, 1996, pp. 7-24
Description
Looks at Aboriginal children's experiences in a mainstream environment when coming from an all aboriginal pre-school.
The Impact of High-Stakes Accountability Policies on Native American Learners: Evidence from Research
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Teresa L. McCarty
Description
Discussion on the disparities in public education, policies intended to improve and enhance equity, and recommendations for accountability & policy reform.
In Between Cultures: American Indians in Multicultural American Society
Theses
Author/Creator
[Judit Szathmári]
Description
[Literary Studies] Thesis (Ph.D.)--Debrecen University, 2006.
In Nova Scotia, a Mi'kmaw Model for First Nation Education
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Jennifer Lewington
Education Canada, vol. 52, no. 5, From Rhetoric to Reality: Meet Some Game Changes, 2012, p. [?]
Description
Looks at the success of the Mi'kmaw Kina'matneyway, education authority and self-governance in education. Increased graduation rates reflect success of model.
Independence Priority for FNUC Excellence
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Doug Cuthand
StarPhoenix, July 22, 2005, p. A15
Description
Columnist comments on the political interference by the Board of Governors, consisting mostly of chiefs, in the affairs of the FNUC.
[Indian Community Education:] Program Definitions and Priorities
Alternate Title
Program Definitions and Priorities
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Brian P. Miller
Journal of American Indian Education, vol. 20, no. 1, October 1980, pp. [30-33]
Description
Community leaders and local community members respond differently on a questionnaire about education needs.
Indian Control of Education: Factors That Determine Success in Indian Education - A Case Study of Two Tribally Controlled Schools
Theses
Author/Creator
Katherine A. Campbell
Description
Educational Leadership Thesis (Ph.D.)--Pennsylvania State University, 2010.