#35: But, I’m Not Indigenous: How to Explore Indigenous Ways of Learning, Authentically (with Adrienne Gear)
07/16/18 • 17 min
With the advent of more ethically-conscious curricula that challenge the outdated colonialist outlook on history, educators are more responsible than ever for carefully and accurately talking about cultures and ways of knowing that may not be personally familiar to us. In light of the Canadian government’s reconciliation efforts with indigenous people, the way we teach has to reflect a more culturally conscious approach.
"But, I’m not indigenous," many people say. "How do I teach about indigenous culture?"
In this conversation, you’ll learn specific lessons, books, and approaches to teaching indigenous ways of knowing in an authentic, integrated way. Hope you enjoy this short, illuminating mini-episode with my esteemed guest, Adrienne Gear. Be sure to check out her full-length treasure trove interviews (E #9 and #10).
Adrienne Gear has been a teacher in the Vancouver School district in Canada for over 18 years working as a classroom teacher, ESL teacher, teacher librarian and District Literacy Mentor. Adrienne developed Reading Power almost 10 years ago and has been since working with teachers in many districts throughout the province presenting workshops, giving demonstration lessons and facilitating Reading Power leadership teams. She has also presented workshops in the United States.
She is the author of six bestselling books including, Reading Power and Writing Power, and has just completed her sixth book Powerful Understanding : Helping Students Explore, Question, and Transform Their Thinking about Themselves, Others, and the World. Find her online on her website: readingpowergear.com or on social media by searching Adrienne Gear.
For more information about her books, book lists, blog, resources and workshops visit my website smallactbigimpact.com and search for episode #35.
With the advent of more ethically-conscious curricula that challenge the outdated colonialist outlook on history, educators are more responsible than ever for carefully and accurately talking about cultures and ways of knowing that may not be personally familiar to us. In light of the Canadian government’s reconciliation efforts with indigenous people, the way we teach has to reflect a more culturally conscious approach.
"But, I’m not indigenous," many people say. "How do I teach about indigenous culture?"
In this conversation, you’ll learn specific lessons, books, and approaches to teaching indigenous ways of knowing in an authentic, integrated way. Hope you enjoy this short, illuminating mini-episode with my esteemed guest, Adrienne Gear. Be sure to check out her full-length treasure trove interviews (E #9 and #10).
Adrienne Gear has been a teacher in the Vancouver School district in Canada for over 18 years working as a classroom teacher, ESL teacher, teacher librarian and District Literacy Mentor. Adrienne developed Reading Power almost 10 years ago and has been since working with teachers in many districts throughout the province presenting workshops, giving demonstration lessons and facilitating Reading Power leadership teams. She has also presented workshops in the United States.
She is the author of six bestselling books including, Reading Power and Writing Power, and has just completed her sixth book Powerful Understanding : Helping Students Explore, Question, and Transform Their Thinking about Themselves, Others, and the World. Find her online on her website: readingpowergear.com or on social media by searching Adrienne Gear.
For more information about her books, book lists, blog, resources and workshops visit my website smallactbigimpact.com and search for episode #35.
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You’ll learn how to implement Contribution Fridays within your classroom practice, an easy weekly activity that encourages students to gain agency over their learning and impact on their communities.
With a passion and firm conviction in the power of social, emotional and cognitive learning, Elyse Cochrane is the Program Director for Dolphin Kids Achievement Programs headed up by Dr. Shimi Kang. She has a background in Educational Technology and Learning Design. Under her leadership, Dolphin Kids expanded into 12 schools in BC providing innovative and customized SEC services including: parenting seminars, in-class “field trips”, professional development workshops, after school programs, and summer camps.
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#36: Locelle, the App Designed to Connect People: Fostering Innovation and Creativity in Education (with Humaira Ahmed)
About
Locelle (/LŌK-EL/ meaning Local Women) is a female only social networking platform that provides a safer and easier way for women to meet like-minded local women (friends, mentors, business connections or activity partners).
We create real connections by nding near- by matches based on interests, location and demographics using Match IQTM technology.
Mission and Vision
Our mission is to provide women with a safe platform where they can easily connect with like-minded women.
Out vision is to create meaningful connec- tions for women to thrive and lead a ful lled life for their overall well-being.
Products and Services
For Women
A social networking app that creates real connections between like-minded women using Match IQTM technology. Whether women are looking for a friend, mentor, business connection or an activity partner, Locelle can nd a nearby match based on interests, location and demographics.
For Organizations
Organizations that are looking to take their female employee well-being to the next level, Locelle o ers private groups with the added benefit of enabling connections between female sta based on interests, location and demographics. A built in calendar, polls and event creation makes Locelle a great tool for Human Resources and Operations.
Management Team
Humaira Ahmed, Founder
Humaira has a BA (Specialized Hons.) in communi- cation studies (Media) and a background in Software Engineering. 10+ years experience in sales and mar- keting. Founder of marketing agency (6+ years)
Jason Scharf, Chief Technology Officer.
Jason brings 15+ years experience as a software architect and full stack developer. With a strong focus on mobile, web mapping and enterprise GIS, he has built exible products and solutions for Latitude Geo- graphics and also led teams throughout all phases of the software life cycle.
Website: Twitter: Facebook: Instagram: LinkedIn: Youtube:
Humaira Ahmed, Founder – www.locelle.com
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