The power of educators
Reflection: Journaling activity
Locating yourself within your curriculum and teaching practice
We invite you to use 2-3 of the following questions to guide your reflection on what you learned in this module.
Document your reflection on paper or in a digital notebook.
- What are the benefits, for all students, of integrating Indigenous approaches into the curriculum?
- What are the benefits, for all students, of integrating Indigenous approaches into pedagogies?
- Does every student in your class have genuine opportunities to develop a deeper understanding of and respect for Indigenous ways of knowing?
- Does every student in your class feel their voice is valued? Do Indigenous students see themselves reflected in the curriculum on an ongoing basis and not just as a “one-off” or as a special unit?
- Can you identify one or two instances where Indigenous epistemologies or pedagogies could be interwoven into learning activities or assessments? For example, are there any areas where you could include a greater focus on the emotional and spiritual knowledge domains?
Reflection adapted from Indigenous Epistemologies and Pedagogies – Pulling Together: A Guide for Curriculum Developers.
