Incorporations of Aboriginal/Métis Content

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Chemistry 20 Curriculum

 
     
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  Saskatchewan Education defines actualization as "effective implementation and ongoing renewal". In the case of Aboriginal content and perspectives, actualization implies many things:
  • that the intentions of Aboriginal content and perspectives in curricula be understood by all teachers and administrators
  • that Aboriginal content and perspectives be seen as having a legitimate and rightful place in curricula for all students
  • that quality in the delivery of Aboriginal content and perspectives be achieved
  • that efforts to implement Aboriginal content and perspectives be continually renewed, and new ways found of making authentic connections in school programs.

In keeping with this philosophy, I have tried to incorporate some aspect of Aboriginal peoples content into my chemistry course.

 
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Métis Content
  Red River Cart
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Day 2: Students are to recognize that molecules are made up of exact ratios of elements. This is true of many things we find around us, including the Red River cart. The cart must be composed of an axle, two wheels, and a box. From this we derive a formula for a Red River cart. This usage of the Red River cart opens the opportunity to inject a side discussion about the origin of the Red River cart and have students learn a little about Métis heritage. Included is an audio clip from Lyle Donald, a Métis story teller.
         
 
 







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