Abstract
Students will be introduced to appropriate curriculum and pedagogy for teaching Indigenous children and demonstrate how Indigenous teaching and learning practices can be of benefit to all education participants. Students will gain knowledge and appreciation of the importance and implications of full consultation with local Indigenous communities within these settings. … For more content click the Read More button below.
Syllabus
Module 1: Indigenous EducationWhat is Indigenous Education?1. Indigenous Education Aspects.2. Education Relationships.Why Indigenous Education1. Policies2. Closing the Gap3. Learning / Teaching Styles4. Community Partnerships.Module 2: Indigenous Education and Policies1. National Policies2. State Policies3. Departmental Policies4. Community Policies5. School / centre Policies.Module 3: Indigenous Perspectives and Indigenous Studies1. Defining Indigenous Perspectives … For more content click the Read More button below.
Assessment items
1. Indigenous Cultural Safety & Community Involvement
2. Short Answers & Professional Reflection
Learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
1.
be able to recognise the importance of community consultation and the participation of Indigenous people in educational environments;
2.
have developed an awareness and understanding of culturally appropriate pedagogy for Indigenous children;
3.
be able to formulate culturally appropriate teaching strategies for Indigenous children;
4.
understand and developed aspects of a culturally safe education environment.