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As teachers, we need to develop an understanding of First Nations, Metis, and Inuit ways and perspectives so that we can implement culturally relevant strategies in our classrooms. This Additional Qualification course will focus on providing you with an increasing awareness and understanding of each separate group of Aboriginal peoples and the existing diversity of …

This course builds on First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Peoples: Understanding Traditional Teachings, Histories, Current Issues and Cultures, Part 1, further examining issues such as residential schools, as well as taking a more in-depth look at governance and nationhood as they pertain to FNMI peoples. The resilience of FNMI peoples and the current move towards …

This course, First Nations, Metis, and Inuit Peoples Specialist: Understanding Traditional Teachings, Histories, Current Issues and Cultures, focuses on the meaning and implications of colonization of the education system and outlines components necessary for the decolonization process to begin. The characteristics of traditional pedagogy, such as language, inclusivity, and collaborative leadership are explored, as well …

Critical exploration recognizing and honouring the rich cultural history of First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples relating to the Canadian educational context with a focus on current practices and pedagogies as they connect to traditional teachings. Format: 100 contact hours plus 25 hours of independent study. Notes: This course may be offered in multiple modes of delivery. …