3 Pathways to Reform: The Indigenous Learner by Deborah McCallum (Big Ideas in Education) https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways Please share 1-3 ideas that could bring each pathway to life. en-us 2018-08-11 20:30:56 UTC 2020-10-14 18:13:30 UTC hello@padlet.com Embedding Indigenous Knowledge (T. Antoniou) tina_antoniou https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370354755 - providing teachers with ideas as to how to incorporate Indigenous pedagogies into lesson planning, for eg. incorporating Indigenous stories into literature/reading units, or using sharing circles
- providing opportunities for teachers and leaders to become more knowledgeable on Indigenous histories and culture to break stereotypes and create a more culturally responsive environment]]> 2019-07-06 04:47:00 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370354755 Community Engagement and Leadership (T. Antoniou) tina_antoniou https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370355213 - seeking the support of elders, parents and other leaders in the local Indigenous community when integrating Indigenous history or pedagogy into the curriculum (so as not to perpetuate stereotypes or end up with "tokens" of Indigenous learning)]]> 2019-07-06 04:59:47 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370355213 Pedagogy https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370380717 -mandatory Professional Development in aboriginal studies for teachers
-implementation of indigenous culture in teaching styles

]]> 2019-07-06 16:10:50 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370380717 TJ Sprickerhoff https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370385731 Go beyond the typical knowledge of celebrations and food when discussing different cultures, including the FNMI community. Truly integrate the experience into our curriculum with the selection of culturally responsive texts in literacy activities, history in social sciences, FNMI sports and games in Phys ed, etc]]> 2019-07-06 18:51:44 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370385731 TJ Sprickerhoff https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370385854 Invite leaders from the local FNMI community to be part of the school community. Go beyond the land acknowledgment reading in our daily announcements (which turns into tokenism itself) and include these leaders and their expertise to help integrate FNMI learning into our schools]]> 2019-07-06 18:54:52 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370385854 TJ Sprickerhoff https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370385904 Help FNMI students see themselves represented in the make up of the school staff and curriculum. Let them see positive role models from their community to inspire them in their goals]]> 2019-07-06 18:57:06 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370385904 Olivia Pellecchia https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370411477
  • Create a regulated program that is Ministry wide that aides all educators in teaching/learning Indigenous pedagogy. Support from the Ministry will ensure that educators feel confident when teaching in the classroom

  • Online databases that outline important curriculum goals to help bridge the gap of Indigenous Culture/History/background that are created by Ontario teachers in partnership with Indigenous Communities


    • ]]>     2019-07-07 08:45:58 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370411477     Olivia Pellecchia https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370411684
  • Creating School wide initiatives. Having students create works that reflect Indigenous ideals/encourage community involvement without appropriating Indigenous Culture. 
  • Include Indigenous leaders within our schools via presentation or workshop
  • Have students take an active role in advocating for the education of Indigenous people (Online posts/blogs/activities/sharing in class assignments) 


    • ]]>     2019-07-07 08:51:58 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370411684     Olivia Pellecchia https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370411825
  • Educators creating a school wide program that is consistent from FDK to Grade 8 at the Elementary level. Scaffolding information about culture, background, and Indigneous heritage is a fundamental in providing a thorough understanding. 
  • Allowing students to engage in Cultural Knowledge by relating current curriculum to Indigenous Pedagogies by incorporating Indigineous Literature/drama/resources. 


    • ]]>     2019-07-07 08:56:24 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370411825     Satinder Virdi https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370463859 Implementation of curriculum frameworks and structures in order that they may engage learners in experiencing the Indigenous culture and knowledge.]]> 2019-07-08 02:10:33 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370463859 Satinder Virdi https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370463932 Include, mentor, support, and retain Aboriginal scholars within our institutions by including indigenous wisdom-keepers and knowledge holders in curriculum development and renewal activities.

    Promote partnerships with Indigenous learners, their families, and their communities to improve Aboriginal education awareness and knowledge for all educators.

    ]]>     2019-07-08 02:11:34 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370463932     Satinder Virdi https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370463973 People involved in the education system need to recognize the significance of co-existence of indigenous cultural integrity and academic success for the indigenous people and find ways to understand and relate to the world in its multiple dimensions and varied perspectives.]]> 2019-07-08 02:12:12 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370463973 High Expectations in Teaching and Learning for All (T. Antoniou) tina_antoniou https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370475548 - ensuring that we deliver curriculum to our Indigenous students making appropriate social and cultural accommodations and incorporating their pedagogies to ensure that they reach the required curriculum expectations and acquire the knowledge and skills we expect from our non-Indigenous students - we want to make sure they reach the same goals. ]]> 2019-07-08 04:29:23 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370475548 Dwayne Smith. https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370524152 Include in the teacher evaluation criteria the need to engage in professional development, share the PD with their colleagues and demonstrate implementation in the classroom. Of course, this is to be supported using the PD allowance. ]]> 2019-07-08 14:23:17 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370524152 Dwayne Smith https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370524766 Add a position at the school (volunteer or otherwise) whose role is to create and build relationships for the school with the aboriginal community. The relationships would ideally develop into real world learning opportunities for the students. ]]> 2019-07-08 14:28:58 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370524766 Dwayne Smith https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370525253 Use the "GRASP" method to help create authentic learning experiences where students can ideally engage with the aboriginal community. Technology can be helpful here, but preferably all students would be able to make a personal connection.]]> 2019-07-08 14:32:58 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370525253 Gary Fong https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370548809 Increased in-house and in-person PD that is specific to the pedagogy of the subject area that is that has an indigenous people focus.  Culturally, we learn differently and teach differently and having training to break down the barrier for teachers that are alienated from this environment will create a learning environment that has a focus on high expectations.

    ]]>     2019-07-08 19:26:44 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370548809     Gary Fong https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370548829 Building and growing a indigenous educational leadership capacity will bring prominence and transparency to the population.  Cultivating and increasing participation of First
    Nation, Métis, and Inuit parents in the education of their children will create diversity and inclusion into the community.  Not only one-off workshops but subsidizing for indigenous living and community integration, will allow for positive role-modeling for the next generation and break down barriers and stigma.
    ]]>     2019-07-08 19:26:57 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370548829     Gary Fong https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370548854 Additional PD that helps integrates contextual examples to subject specific areas.  We can do this by encouraging educational faculties attract and train First Nation, Métis, and Inuit knowledgeable in their own culture to become students to become educators.  Their example in the classroom and as colleagues will be invaluable to collaboration and cultural exchange.]]> 2019-07-08 19:27:17 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370548854 Marc Longo https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370559187 Allow First Nations educational leaders to participate in curriculum creation / updates to ensure it is inclusive and meets their groups' needs.]]> 2019-07-08 22:29:25 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370559187 Marc Longo https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370559398 Have students in urban areas participate in excursions or hands-on activities to allow them to learn through other means (not only texts) how our cultures are different and what this part of our country's heritage is about. One idea I've heard about that was used at a school in Northern Ontario is to bring students into the wilderness and practice First Nations' methods of building things, using tools, etc.]]> 2019-07-08 22:34:24 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370559398 Marc Longo https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370559461 Make it a priority to regularly connect classrooms from schools on reserves and urban areas electronically (through Skype / Google Hangouts) for a convenient but also personal experience. This could be used to do collaborate on assignments or simply exchange ideas.]]> 2019-07-08 22:36:02 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370559461 Jordan Baechler mrbaechler https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370561944 -Ensuring that we move away from only focusing on topics from a Euro-centric perspective and allow for other perspectives such as Indigenous perspectives and ensuring that we make consistent 
    curriculum connections to these perspectives.]]>     2019-07-08 23:27:26 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370561944     Jordan Baechler mrbaechler https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370562064 It is important to find way to bring the Indigenous perspective in the classroom. This means more than watching documentaries, movies or reading out of a textbook. I think it is important to reach out to Indigenous communities and Indigenous leaders to allow them to bring their perspective physically into the classroom.]]> 2019-07-08 23:29:44 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370562064 Jordan Baechler mrbaechler https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370562219 There are a lot of field trips that are available that allow us to see first hand what is going on in Indigenous communities and their rituals or methods that could be used in class - it is important to utilize this.]]> 2019-07-08 23:31:24 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370562219 Roles for Indigenous Leaders in Board Leadership Teams (K. Landon) https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370564098 I wonder what impact could be made by including an Indigenous voice at Board Meetings or in meetings of the Senior Leadership Team (SOs, etc.)? I imagine that there must be some boards in Ontario that are doing this. I'd like to know more.

    ]]>     2019-07-09 00:06:07 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370564098     On-going Professional Development (K. Landon) https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370564202 PD in this area can very easily feel like tokenism when it is a "one and done" scenario. I wonder how we can find ways to engage all teachers in on-going professional development that is impactful in their classroom teaching and learning everyday? I wonder if it looks like a TLLP model or SSSI (or whatever that acronym ended up being)? Certainly, I think it should involve some co-planning and co-teaching cycles with feedback from students, other teachers, and our Indigenous community members.]]> 2019-07-09 00:08:09 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370564202 Text options! https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370564562 1. Students need to see themselves in what they are reading. I always recommend Goodminds as a place to start when looking for texts by Indigenous authors.
    2. Other students need texts that provide a windows and doors experience. And while they may not be able to identify with the specifics, they should be able to walk into the world of the text and find parallels to their own experiences. I like what this article has to say about sliding glass doors: https://www.edutopia.org/article/opening-new-perspectives-literature]]>     2019-07-09 00:14:25 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370564562     M.Bregar https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370653297 ·       Teaching teachers through professional development about the Indigenous culture(s) and how to include this in their teaching practice to enrich student learning

    ]]>     2019-07-09 16:38:20 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370653297     M.Bregar https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370653433 ·       Using the leadership skills and knowledge of various elders in the in community in order to represent the Indigenous people in the school community

    ]]>     2019-07-09 16:39:02 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370653433     M. Bregar https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370653472 ·       Incorporating knowledge of Indigenous culture into everyday learning activities for the purpose of enriching student learning 

    ]]>     2019-07-09 16:39:39 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370653472     Geetha: Get the help of the learning coaches to train teachers with pedagogy pertaining to Indigenous education https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370734290 2019-07-10 10:26:52 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370734290 Geetha : Make connections to the indigenous community and encourage students to opt projects to research the issues related to the indigenous community https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370734459 2019-07-10 10:28:51 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370734459 Geetha: Bring in presenters and speakers to educate students about the indigenous culture. Have art and food festivals related to indigenous culture . https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370734616 2019-07-10 10:30:20 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/370734616 E.Qureshi https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/394014757 *in-depth, comprehensive and on-going professional development for all staff, with the expectation of creating tangible goals to move forward with. ]]> 2019-10-05 22:39:05 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/394014757 E.Qureshi https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/394015195 Having people from the indigenous community employed throughout the school, allowing students to see them represented in a variety of roles.  ]]> 2019-10-05 22:42:52 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/394015195 E.Qureshi https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/394015449 Incorporating indigenous culture into the day-to-day routine of the school, helping to identify it has part of the whole school culture. ]]> 2019-10-05 22:45:12 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/394015449 Professional development for teachers, but before knowing the access curriculum points https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/394194775 for indigenous Ss. ]]> 2019-10-06 22:38:41 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/394194775 Inviting indigenous parents in class to communicate with students , allowing learners to see them. https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/394195068 2019-10-06 22:40:40 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/394195068 Introducing indigenous culture in day to day school routine. https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/394195479 2019-10-06 22:42:47 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/394195479 Wael Ghali Mandatory PD for teachers. Ongoing sessions about the Indigenous cultures and the recommended access points in the curriculum. https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/395273106 2019-10-08 19:28:30 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/395273106 Wael Ghali Including Indigenous community members in designing the curriculum. https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/395275379 On going assessments for the curriculum done by the indigenous community members, teachers and Ss. ]]> 2019-10-08 19:33:20 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/395275379 Wael Ghali Field trips to Indigenous settlements. https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/395276374 2019-10-08 19:35:16 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/395276374 S Silverthorn https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/395368053 Access to a live online database that provides resources organized by subject area and grade level for teachers to share province-wide and implement into their course work.]]> 2019-10-09 00:49:47 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/395368053 S Silverthorn https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/395368728 Establish mentorship roles within school boards - ideally one staff member and a group of student representatives - to provide local insight into how we can embed Indigenous culture and perspective into our school communities in a meaningful way.]]> 2019-10-09 00:52:48 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/395368728 S Silverthorn https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/395369713 Embed Indigenous culture into the daily fabric of school communities by - for instance - making use of Indigenous music alongside the national anthem and local Indigenous languages within the signage in schools.]]> 2019-10-09 00:57:28 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/395369713 Community Curriculum https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/395909530 School cultures that are conversant with and observant of First Nations Metis Inuit issues, events, agendas and topics; incorporating these into the fabric of the school calendar as though school communities felt them to be "their" issues, not "others" issues]]> 2019-10-10 00:34:01 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/395909530 Project Based Learning https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/395910200 Promote project based learning that encourages students and teachers to build connections and bridges to indigenous communities; comparisons of ecological models, for instance that compare Indigenous models and practices of sustainability with those practiced in classrooms and whole school communites]]> 2019-10-10 00:37:10 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/395910200 Culture Exchange https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/395911744 Encouraging candid and authentic discourse between Indigenous schools and classrooms and their standard public counterparts. Examining the mundane and profound similarities and differences between the cultures that can either converge, diverge, or run parallel. ]]> 2019-10-10 00:43:26 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/395911744 Partnership https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/396305822 - I think connections need to be made with teachers and elders in indigenous communities to share teaching and co-plan/co-learn about appropriate ways to connect with our students and integrate teachings from the First Nations, Metis and Inuits peoples. ]]> 2019-10-10 17:18:03 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/396305822 Leadership https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/396308417 I think boards need to hire more indigenous administrators and teacher leaders to reinforce this. I have seen others attempt, but some don't take them seriously unless they are indigenous leaders themselves. ]]> 2019-10-10 17:21:08 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/396308417 Field trips https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/396310708 I think there should be mandatory field trips to healing centres and various indigenous village outdoor education centres. ]]> 2019-10-10 17:24:28 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/396310708 Martin Cox https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/396984076 Don't know who suggested field trips above, but I totally agree. There are so many great opportunities for indigenous centred field trips in Ontario. Even a lot of conservation areas have indigenous programs. Mountsberg, in halton, for instance, has Life in a Longhouse where students explore a traditional longhouse, engage in circle gathering and fire starting, play traditional games, and make indigenous crafts.]]> 2019-10-12 13:30:30 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/396984076 Martin Cox https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/396985029 I think it's important that the school boards prioritized connections with the indigenous communities in the area. While it's easy to say, the teacher should reach out and bring in an elder to speak to the class, in reality, that's a pretty daunting task for a teacher. School boards need a number of liaisons - people's whose jobs is to make those connections between the schools and the indigenous community. ]]> 2019-10-12 13:40:07 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/396985029 Martin Cox https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/396985761 A few posters above talk about moving away from Euro-centrism and towards presenting an indigenous perspective on topics. One example is in how we present mythology in class. We should move away from the Euro-centric, "these are stories that early cultures used to tell in order to explain the world around them" because it diminishes the importance of these narratives. ]]> 2019-10-12 13:48:11 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/396985761 Hema Khodai https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/397044094 The pathway focusing on pedagogy could be brought to life by incorporating Indigenous ways of knowing into the current Mathematics curriculum.

    ]]>     2019-10-12 23:29:28 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/397044094     Hema Khodai https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/397044244 The pathway focusing on governance could be brought to life through the intentional hiring of Indigenous staff so students can see themselves represented in the educational space and meaningful partnerships with Indigenous Elders and communities whose perspectives and narratives are valued in the educational space.]]> 2019-10-12 23:31:08 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/397044244 Hema Khodai https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/397044359 The pathway focusing on the knowledge of curriculum could be brought to life visibly through Indigenous flags and artwork, through the oral traditions of story telling, and Indigenous ceremonies such as smudging.]]> 2019-10-12 23:33:12 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/397044359 Brian I. https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/397162874 We often teach through examples; examples using mathematics, examples in civics, geography etc. So the more often we can include, through material, example which include indigenous substrate the better. I am sure there is material on indigenous societal structures, social norms, locales including membership of groups which can included treaty and treaty breaking, including histories of warring nations. Our Euro-centred mindset needs only the slightest of want, which could open the doors to much inclusion and reconciliation. Use more of these examples in daily lessons.]]> 2019-10-13 19:37:50 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/397162874 Brian I. https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/397163999 Of course having greater indigenous representation as part of your educational environment is a great step in creating a more inclusive membership. I think this may be easier in some communities (geography & local demographic) than others, but not impossible, anywhere in Ontario. For this aspect to take hold it may be a question of generational time. We have only recently come to recognise/admit grave mistakes of the establishment many which were in play for decades. Decades may be required before this aspect of indigenous integration comes to full fruition.]]> 2019-10-13 19:45:02 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/397163999 Brian I. https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/397165755 Again, it has been said several times already in the texts above and beside. There is nothing stopping us as educators from become more educated in the areas of indigenous culture, contribution and history. The more we know as classroom teachers, the more we can integrate, thoughtfully and whimsically, content, information, anecdotes that bear indigenous markings and value. Bring on Indigenous PD!]]> 2019-10-13 19:56:45 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/397165755 Tisha Elliott https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/397601835 It is important that not only do we set these High Expectations for our student, but that we help them to meet and exceed them. We must show, not only the FNMI students, but all students examples of excellence from the FNMI communities.]]> 2019-10-14 19:42:00 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/397601835 Tisha Elliott https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/397602788 Incorporate FNMI experiences into all curriculum areas- through texts and activities, so it goes beyond the Residential School one day lesson.]]> 2019-10-14 19:44:22 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/397602788 Tisha Elliott https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/397603759 Targeted hiring of FNMI peoples would lead to greater engagement as students will see themselves in their learning spaces. Further the stigmas and misconceptions that exist will also be broken down because many have stereotypes that exist despite never coming in contact with a person from the FNMI communities.]]> 2019-10-14 19:46:49 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/397603759 Angela https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/397673330 -setting high expectations that are clear to the students and providing ways to scaffold their learning to reach said goals
    -mandatory PD for all school staff (not just teachers) as the students work with many staff members in the school. This should be provided by people that are from the community as they know the FNMI students and the culture and histories and this will be more meaningful and impactful for all students should it come from this type of expert. 
    -relatable curriculum for all students. It doesn't matter if it is FNMI students, black students, Asian students, etc. if curriculum can be made relevant to them the students will have higher levels of success and achievement.]]>     2019-10-15 00:16:24 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/397673330     Angela https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/397674343 -having FNMI staff in the school in some sort of position is a beginning step as this will give someone the students can at least talk to, even if it isn't a teacher.
    - building a link to the FNMI community and having cultural activities in the school, elder visits, and even a committee to consult regarding discipline and other issues
    - make the FNMI community one and the same with the school community through various activities, events, gatherings, awareness days, cultural art classes, history courses, traditional ways, etc.]]>     2019-10-15 00:21:07 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/397674343     Angela https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/397674973 -incorporate all types of resources into the classroom. this could be texts, or actual people that can participate in tough discussions.
    -have students research different aspects of history to learn the "other" side of the story
    - Elders love to speak and tell their stories and histories. They often love coming into the classroom to work with teachers to help incorporate their knowledge, ask the neighbouring Friendship Centre for a list of people who would be interested and set up a weekly or bi-weekly presentation of different cultures]]>     2019-10-15 00:24:13 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/397674973     PD and Curriculum p0116459 https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/398223271 Increase PD 'Buy In' and interest by asking experts int he field to lead meaningful sessions with teachers that are not rooted in board documents (this seems to disengage teachers). Focus on subject specific PD to help support teachers in ways that relate directly to their daily practices (i.e. art/ sports/ storytelling).]]> 2019-10-16 00:02:11 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/398223271 Trips p0116459 https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/398223918 Immersing students into FNMI culture and practices by traveling to  the Native Learning Centre of a similar centre. This will help increase community interaction and understanding. ]]> 2019-10-16 00:04:47 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/398223918 Engagement p0116459 https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/398225627 Avoid the "one day" or short term lessons and instead create a more consistent integration of FNMI materials into course. Invite students and their families to suggest and provide materials to work with. ]]> 2019-10-16 00:09:19 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/398225627 Shane Whelan https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/398948515 When teachers have high expectations for students and provide tasks that are engaging and of high interest, students build self-esteem, increase confidence and improve academic performance]]> 2019-10-17 11:45:27 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/398948515 Shane Whelan https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/398948837 Create programs that focus on leadership models and community-driven development practices and examines thematic areas such as community resilience, governance and accountability, and economic empowerment .]]> 2019-10-17 11:46:27 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/398948837 Shane Whelan https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/398952590 Increase understanding of First Nations history and culture among Indigenous and non-Indigenous populations by providing relevant tools and resources. Components that are important to First Nations success in education include history, treaty relationships, inherent rights, sovereignty, culture, language, oral traditions, Elders, citizenship, identity, First Nations control of First Nations education, relationships, nationhood, role models, and leadership. ]]> 2019-10-17 11:56:54 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/398952590 Alessia DiLorenzo https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/399332907 Boards and school administrators should set high expectations by providing teachers with ongoing professional development, resources, and examples as to how they should be incorporating indigenous knowledge into the classroom, lessons, and school culture. We should be continuously building a stock of knowledge and resources that can be shared to inform all educators as to how to incorporate indigenous knowledge in a respectful way and on an ongoing basis to avoid tokenism. One such resource bank has been created by OISE:
    https://www.oise.utoronto.ca/deepeningknowledge/]]>     2019-10-18 00:29:37 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/399332907     Alessia DiLorenzo https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/399333837
  • Ongoing communication and collaboration with Indigenous leaders to help bring indigenous knowledge into all schools.
  • Breaking down barriers to Indigenous people becoming teachers
  • Bringing indigenous people into the school to teach students and teachers about their culture on a regular basis.
    • ]]>     2019-10-18 00:32:43 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/399333837     Alessia DiLorenzo https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/399355550
  • Incorporate indigenous ways of knowing into all subjects in a seamless way -- not only into social studies and history, but into sciences and math as well. 
    • ]]>     2019-10-18 01:59:37 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/399355550     Professional Development--Anthony Cavaiola https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/399867471 I think that having Indigenous educators--specifically trained teachers, and resource teachers should be doing PD with teachers of Indigenous students in the Catholic boards--even if that means getting people from the public boards to teach us.  I have had a colleague tell me that she feels like an imposter teaching Indigenous Studies--especially since she has absolutely no qualifications to do so.  ]]> 2019-10-19 17:45:08 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/399867471 Bringing the People of the Culture in to Workshop with the Students and Teacher--Anthony Cavaiola https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/399868035 Bringing Leaders from the Indigenous community is the most effective way for non-expert teachers to learn with their students, and to further bring their learning into their future lessons. When creating a hybrid of Professional Development and Student Learning in the same workshop, it just makes for the best, and most efficient practice.]]> 2019-10-19 17:50:31 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/399868035 Culminate What Students Learn First-Hand-- Anthony Cavaiola https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/399868728 Bringing Elders into the classroom, and get students to experience what the First Nations people went through and what their outlook is--this brings a sense of empathy into their learning.]]> 2019-10-19 17:56:18 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/399868728 Community event: Celebration of First Nations, Metis and Inuit Cultures Night where school community, surrounding community celebrates Indigenous culture through food, dance and story https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/399912312 (Lilia Borshio)]]> 2019-10-20 01:23:09 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/399912312 Welcome First Nations speakers into schools https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/399913048 (Lilia Borsiov)]]> 2019-10-20 01:31:27 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/399913048 Have the same expectations for all students regardless of their ethnic background or previous learning experiences. Outline and make sure students understand these expectations beforehand. https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/503085358 -Stefano Conte]]> 2020-04-11 19:07:49 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/503085358 Jessica Contardi contardi https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/503086843 Ensure expectations are high for every student. Expectations can still abide by equitable principles and remain high for every type of student regardless of race, socio-economic status etc. Expectations should not be lower of student based on race, culture, religion or background. ]]> 2020-04-11 19:10:58 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/503086843 -Celebrate various indigenous cultural values and ways of knowing in the classroom. https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/503086980 -Stefano Conte]]> 2020-04-11 19:11:17 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/503086980 Jessica Contardi contardi https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/503087006 Incorporate Indigenous perspectives in success criteria of students]]> 2020-04-11 19:11:21 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/503087006 Jessica Contardi contardi https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/503087055 Demonstrate leadership by looking for professional development opportunities in Indigenous knowledge and epistemologies]]> 2020-04-11 19:11:27 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/503087055 Jessica Contardi contardi https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/503087182 Network with Indigenous leaders and educators. Develop a sense of communities by participating in clubs, or school functions together ]]> 2020-04-11 19:11:44 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/503087182 Jessica Contardi contardi https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/503087411 Get a better sense of cultural knowledge by inviting Indigenous Elders to share their knowledge. Ask Indigenous students to share their story.]]> 2020-04-11 19:12:14 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/503087411 Jessica Contardi contardi https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/503087520 Incorporate Indigenous pedagogical strategies into your classroom; story telling, community circles, drumming etc. ]]> 2020-04-11 19:12:29 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/503087520 Give students the opportunity to learn from indigenous teachings and resources. https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/503087547 -Stefano Conte]]> 2020-04-11 19:12:32 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/503087547 Jessica Contardi contardi https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/503087608 Use Indigenous cultural texts, study their history and hear their voices. ]]> 2020-04-11 19:12:42 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/503087608 Learn from members of indigenous communities and share there stories with students in your classroom. https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/503088637 -Stefano Conte]]> 2020-04-11 19:14:40 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/503088637 Derik Chica https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/503510548 2020-04-12 13:42:02 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/503510548 Nadira Lawrence https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/504621462 Having representation of Indigenous people within the school community i.e. guest speakers, educators, representation at the board


    ]]>     2020-04-13 14:31:40 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/504621462     Nadira Lawrence https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/504622220 Build teaching and learning strategies that respect the cultural diversity and experiences that students bring into the classroom space i.e.cultural experiences


    ]]>     2020-04-13 14:32:02 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/504622220     Nadira Lawrence https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/504622751 Increased involvement and engagement of First Nation, Metis and Inuit parents and community members in planning and effective implementation of curriculum and educational practices and pedagogy i.e. board meetings, parent council meetings, school advisory meetings]]> 2020-04-13 14:32:20 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/504622751 Nadira Lawrence https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/504623422 Bringing Indigenous perspectives into the school community and classroom through rich learning tasks that respect the culture and experiences of diverse learners


    ]]>     2020-04-13 14:32:42 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/504623422     Nadira Lawrence https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/504623970 Offer professional development through guest speakers or training that helps increase the knowledge of First Nation, Metis and Inuit among staff, students and school community


    ]]>     2020-04-13 14:33:00 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/504623970     Heather Halliday https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/506958832 -constant and consistent support of professional development. Administration needs to support teachers who may need a supply in order to attend PD
    -organising learning experiences for staff given by Indigenous individuals. Primary resources and first hand accounts are critical in establishing true knowledge and understanding]]>     2020-04-14 17:31:29 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/506958832     Heather Halliday https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/506964566 -there has to be continuous communication between school boards and indigenous organisations to establish learning goals and to ensure progress of these goals
    -as situations change these two parties need to come together and continually evaluate progress, next steps and changes that need to occur in order to maintain health understanding and relationships]]>     2020-04-14 17:34:07 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/506964566     Heather Halliday https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/506969431 -focus on more than just the history. The historical significance of indigenous people in Canada is extremely important and needs to be taught, however I find many classrooms end here.
    -incorporate and stress, oral traditions, art, family/traditional values, community structures, as well as historical contexts]]>     2020-04-14 17:36:26 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/506969431     Rohan Hollingsworth - An Indigenous Curriculum https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/507602787 Develop a truly indigenous curriculum, one which will not have a colonial expectation. A curriculum that is indigenous based and not just a few courses or topics relating to the indigenous people. A curriculum which promotes integration and not assimilation.]]> 2020-04-15 02:25:01 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/507602787 Rohan Hollingsworth -Truth and Reconciliation. https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/507618570 All persons who are or will be involved or engaged with any indigenous students should be trained or knowledgeable about the truth and reconciliation. They should know the history which is causing the anger, mistrust and struggles of the present.]]> 2020-04-15 02:43:29 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/507618570 Rohan Hollingsworth - Elders as Teachers https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/507631434 In most indigenous community Elders are traditionally the teachers. A successful integration of indigenous students means using the same model used the traditional society. Elders should be a part of the curriculum planning and implementing as well as teaching of non-indigenous educators the culture and tradition of the indigenous group they are with. ]]> 2020-04-15 02:59:09 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/507631434 Christina Nisan https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/507757451 Ensure school is tapping into resources available to support cultural knowledge in a more hands on way. Perhaps a guest speaker - an elder or planning a trip to meet elder(s).

    ]]>     2020-04-15 05:37:52 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/507757451     Christina Nisan https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/507759905 Funding to provide PD and support for planning meaningful curriculum in a variety of courses and to avoid tokens around the school to highlight the support of indigenous culture. ]]> 2020-04-15 05:41:20 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/507759905 Christina Nisan https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/507762353 PD available for all teachers for them to learn more about Indigenous teachings and how they can incorporate that into their lessons and classroom. 
    Also, hands on experiences for students to go on trips and learn would be eye opening for sure. ]]>     2020-04-15 05:44:44 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/507762353     T. Opare https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/515887224 Apply CRRP with an Indigenous focus and differentiate instruction to ensure that student needs are met. Use and practice UDL to ensure Indigenous students aren't short changed and that there are no barriers to their success. ]]> 2020-04-19 19:42:35 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/515887224 T. Opare https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/515891402 Ensure that staff body is representative of Indigenous student population, considering the different Indigenous communities in the hiring process. Also, connect students with adults in the building who can mentor and guide them. Lastly, tap into the resources of Indigenous Education Advisory Councils.]]> 2020-04-19 19:45:54 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/515891402 T. Opare https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/515895410 Teacher education of students' cultural background (at 2 phases: teacher's college for new and aspiring teachers and through Professional Learning for seasoned teachers and those who need a refresher). Ensure that staff are trained to be able to manage the trauma that students have undergone (at present nd through blood-trauma or intergenerational trauma).]]> 2020-04-19 19:49:12 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/515895410 Ron C. clark40 https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/807156545 Finding a proper PD session that support the perspectives of the indigenous learner. Making sure that it is a part of the daily life of the classroom and specific language is used to reinforce the cultural knowledge. It needs to be consistent.]]> 2020-10-06 15:31:34 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/807156545 Ron C. clark40 https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/807176261 Encourage elders to join sub-set committees to help influence the decision making process. Develop effective relationships with the indigenous communities which will help facilitate a community approach to learning ]]> 2020-10-06 15:35:58 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/807176261 Ron C clark40 https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/807194453 I agree that there must be high expectation set for all students.  This gives the teachers opportunity to goal set with the students which could include members of the family so everyone is on the same page.  Planning/Delivery/Assessment are all key components to the success of this.]]> 2020-10-06 15:39:59 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/807194453 Sarah S https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/816783286 Engage First Nation, Métis, and Inuit parents by calling on them to share their particular expertise in the classroom, in connection with school programs and events.]]> 2020-10-09 14:08:20 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/816783286 Sarah S https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/816794202 Provide a variety of experiential, engaging First Nation, Métis, and Inuit learning opportunities for educators to increase their knowledge and understanding of culturally responsive and culturally appropriate practices.]]> 2020-10-09 14:11:19 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/816794202 Sarah S https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/816799544 Use accurate, reliable, and timely data for tracking First Nation, Métis, and Inuit student achievement, to allow for the continued co-development of increasingly effective strategies, initiatives, and programs.]]> 2020-10-09 14:12:46 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/816799544 Data drives change--we need to figure how our Indigenous students are doing and how we can support them. Importantly we need to use an EML model where we get to know who we are teaching in order to tailor the curriculum to fit the needs of our students. p0082175 https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/818023239 2020-10-09 21:08:49 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/818023239 As a non-indigenous teacher, it is so important for me to learn and gain knowledge about Canada's First Peoples. Bringing in experts and elders so they can teach both staff and students is important. p0082175 https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/818027409 2020-10-09 21:11:37 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/818027409 Boards need to provide training for teachers so we are better acquainted with Indigenous cultures. It is good to teach Indigenous materials, but a lot of teachers fear cultural appropriation. p0082175 https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/818029359 2020-10-09 21:13:07 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/818029359 Braedon Cameron https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/826022715 This pathway can be met by making sure educators are properly trained in FNMI history and experience and how they can bring these into the classroom, ie. Indigenous ways of knowing, relationship to land, etc. 

    Ensure FNMI experiences, literature, and people are represented in the learning and content of your classroom.]]>     2020-10-13 17:49:06 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/826022715     Braedon Cameron https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/826047756 I believe this idea ties strongly to the Community and Leadership piece as schools must ensure FNMI elders and community members are contributors to the school and its community. Having them in as guests to teach and share their experiences, connect students to community groups and members through their learning or work and allow students to engage with alternative perspectives all help to build a greater understanding of Cultural knowledge and Engagement.]]> 2020-10-13 17:54:22 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/826047756 Braedon Cameron https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/826057087 Using FNMI members and elders to share their knowledge and experiences with students. This creates a stronger relationship between schools and the FNMI community, while also ensuring students feel connected and represented to the work (and community) they are a part of. 

    Make sure parents are involved in their students learning and create effective parent - teacher contact to support the student and their growth, at school and throughout the community.]]>     2020-10-13 17:56:24 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/826057087     Rod Whate https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/828190868 Measuring and tracking student achievement, with clearly defined goals will set this tone.  Having high expectations of ourselves and checking to see if we are meeting them, allows us to do the same with our students.  Without a feedback loop, our expectations are  meaningless.]]> 2020-10-14 11:12:10 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/828190868 Rod Whate https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/828200270 Create experiential opportunities for students to learn with and from FNMI students and other cultures. 
    - Guest speakers are good, but it would be better for students to be able to learn from community leaders in an environment that is meaningful - traditional lands or places of historical significance.
    - In areas that have less diversity, classes can form pen-pals with classes in other parts of the country/world.]]>     2020-10-14 11:19:25 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/828200270     Rod Whate https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/828206860 Cultural knowledge and engagement must be prevalent in the curriculum. It should not be something that differentiation can allow students to miss. (Students tend to gravitate towards the familiar. If differentiated tasks provide options that do not expose students to unfamiliar cultures, many will select what they already know). Much the same as with community & leadership, it is important that cultural voice is at the centre of cultural knowledge. Facts must be accompanied by experience.]]> 2020-10-14 11:23:53 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/828206860 Daniella Collura https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/829766583 2020-10-14 18:10:57 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/829766583 Daniella Collura https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/829773011 2020-10-14 18:12:32 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/829773011 Daniella Collura https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/829775518 2020-10-14 18:13:09 UTC https://padlet.com/bigideasinedu/LB1threepathways/wish/829775518