Applying Foundational Knowledge of FNMI
This word document below demonstrates foundational knowledge of First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples. It is a lesson plan that I created in collaboration with fellow pre-service teachers and implemented to 2 different elementary classes at Southview school.
Sharing Circles are a foundational approach to First Nations pedagogy-in-action since they provide a model for an educational activity that encourages dialogue, respect, the co-creation of learning content, and social discourse. The nuance of subtle energy created from using this respectful approach to talking with others provides a sense of communion and interconnectedness that is not often present in the common methods of communicating in the classroom. When everyone has their turn to speak, when all voices are heard in a respectful and attentive way, the learning atmosphere becomes a rich source of information, identity, and interaction.
-First Nations Pedagogy-
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This is a talking stick that I made to use in my own classroom. I believe that taking the time for regular sharing circles is a great strategy for building relationships in the classroom and creating a safe space for all students.
