Education for Truth & Reconciliation
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various opportunities for Professional Development.
What is Education for Truth and Reconciliation?
(Source: Beginning the Journey Webinar with Lisa Howell. Offered in collaboration with LEARN. Sept. 17, 2021)
Education for Truth and Reconciliation involves working with First Nation, Métis, and Inuit to help rebalance the education system and ensure that Indigenous knowledge, worldviews, cultures, and histories are included and valued in schools. It is not only recognizing the past, but also the present and future contributions of Indigenous Peoples. It is not only what we teach, but how we teach. It is a holistic and lifelong learning approach that benefits ALL learners, both Indigenous and non-Indigenous.
Free Online Course: Truth and Reconciliation in Quebec
Join our new 4-part, self-paced course designed to help Quebec educators reflect, learn, and take meaningful action to support Truth and Reconciliation. You can complete the course at your own pace.🎯 By the end of the course, you’ll be better equipped to welcome and support Indigenous students and bring Indigenous perspectives into your classroom in respectful, informed ways.
➤ Course Overview
Module 1: Many Sovereign Nations
Module 2: Indigenous Experiences in Education
Module 3: Creating Safe Spaces
Module 4: Acts of Reconciliation
Each module is approximately 1 hour.
🤝 This course was conceptualized in partnership with Rebekah Goertzen (CQSB, Anishinaabe) and Drew Wapachee McDougall (Cree Nation of Mistissini / Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg).
📩 Want to Enroll?
Access the Moodle Platform via this link. Contact us to get your school board-specific enrollment key.
Indigenous Peoples Atlas of Canada
- Created by Canadian Geographic and Indigenous and ally educators and organizations
- On loan (FOR FREE) to English schools and universities in Quebec (as well as QAIS, AJDS, FNEC, Cree SB and Kativik Ilisarniliriniq SB
- Accompanying bilingual Teacher's Guide with activities for Kindergarten- Adult Ed.
- LEARN is not responsible for transporting the atlas, but we'll do our best to help you find a solution. Depending on the school board, inter-school mail could be a possibility.
- View the Padlet below for more details
LEARN Blog Posts
Learning Landscapes – Vol 14 No 1 (2021): Pedagogical Practices: The How of Teaching and Learning
This issue includes multiple forms of representation that connect meaningfully and authentically with students.
First Stop on a Journey Through Territory and Time
Absolutely, the maps at Native-Land.ca support learning across the curriculum. From class discussions in ethics to inspiration for art projects, from English compositions to French
Education for Reconciliation: Beginning the Journey
We discuss the role educators play in working toward Truth and Reconciliation. We discuss the importances of self reflection and building relationships.
LEARN Resources
LES: Indigenous Tourism in Quebec Today
In this LES, students will learn more about the 11 Nations with communities established in Quebec. They will select a Nation and research tourism opportunities in communities established by that particular Nation.
Click to access additional activity plans:
- Acknowledge a Territory
- You Matter – I Matter (National Day for Truth and Reconciliation)
- Write a letter to a member of Parliament
Educator Reflection Tools
Indigenous Voices
These insightful videos feature Indigenous consultants in Quebec. Hear their powerful voices as they share their knowledge, experiences, and perspectives on Truth and Reconciliation in Education. These videos offer valuable insights and suggestions for walking forward together. We’ve included questions to accompany each video, encouraging deeper reflection.
Trauma-Informed Teaching Practices with Rebekah Goertzen
On behalf of LEARN, we want to express our sincere gratitude to Rebekah Goertzen for generously sharing her wisdom and experience in this video. Your
Connecting to the Land with Mélanie Vincent and Rebekah Goertzen: Reflection Questions
This document contains reflection questions which allows educators to delve deeper into the video “Connecting to the Land” featuring Mélanie Vincent and Rebekah Goertzen. On
Building Trust: Truth & Relationships with Mélanie Vincent and Rebekah Goertzen
On behalf of LEARN, we want to express our sincere gratitude to Mélanie Vincent and Rebekah Goertzen for generously sharing her wisdom and experience in
Building Trust: Truth & Relationships with Mélanie Vincent and Rebekah Goertzen: Reflection Questions
This document contains reflection questions which allows educators to delve deeper into the video “Building Trust: Truth & Relationships” featuring Mélanie Vincent and Rebekah Goertzen.
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