The Centre for Indigenous Professional Learning is extending an invitation to Indigenous early years professionals to view our previously recorded Knowledge Exchange Gatherings. Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and educators shared their knowledge regarding various topics with a connection to How Does Learning Happen?; Ontario’s Pedagogy for the Early Years.
Suggested Uses for Early Childhood Educators:
Professional Development: Utilize the recorded Knowledge Exchange Gatherings as part of ongoing professional development to deepen understanding of Indigenous perspectives and practices in early childhood education.
Curriculum Enrichment: Incorporate insights from Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and educators into daily practices and curricula to align with How Does Learning Happen?; Ontario’s Pedagogy for the Early Years.
Reflective Practice: Engage in reflective practice sessions with colleagues, using the recordings to discuss and implement Indigenous ways of knowing and being in your educational setting.
Community Building: Foster stronger relationships with Indigenous families and communities by understanding their cultural contexts and integrating them into your program.
Available Topics:
Familial Relations
Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and early years professionals will share about the importance of Familial Relationships with relation to belonging, wellbeing, expression and engagement for children in the early years
Indigenous Song and Dance in the Early Years
Elders, Knowledge Keepers and early years professionals share about the importance of Indigenous song and dance in relation to belonging, wellbeing, expression and engagement for children in the early years.
Embedding Indigenous Knowledge in Early Years and Child Care: Risk Taking
Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and educators will be discussing beliefs and values involved in risk-taking and learning for a child and educator with connection to How Does Learning Happen? Ontario’s pedagogy for the Early Years and Indigenous pedagogy.
Embedding Indigenous Knowledge in Early Years and Child Care: Risk-Taking
Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and educators will be discussing beliefs and values involved in risk-taking and learning for a child and educator with connection to How Does Learning Happen? Ontario’s pedagogy for the Early Years and Indigenous pedagogy.
Reflecting on How Does Learning Happen?: Ontario’s Pedagogy for Early Years in Urban Indigenous Communities
| Elders, Knowledge Keepers and early years professionals will share this new opportunity and explore Indigenous Pedagogy. |
Indigenous Orality in the Early Years
Elders, Knowledge Keepers and early years professionals will share their knowledge regarding Indigenous Orality. Please join us in celebrating First Nation, Métis, and Inuit storytelling, song, dance, language, and games from across Ontario.
Land Based Learning in the Winter Months
Elders, Knowledge Keepers and early years professionals share the importance of Land based learning in the winter months in relation to belonging, wellbeing, expression and engagement for children in the early years.
Learning Outcomes:
Enhanced Cultural Competency: Educators will develop a greater awareness and understanding of Indigenous knowledge systems, values, and approaches to early childhood education.
Integration of Indigenous Pedagogy: Educators will gain strategies for integrating Indigenous ways of knowing and being with the principles outlined in How Does Learning Happen?; Ontario’s Pedagogy fostering inclusive and diverse learning environments.
Improved Practice and Environment: Educators will learn how to create safe, positive, and culturally responsive learning environments that honor and respect the experiences and perspectives of Indigenous children and families. Deeper Connection with the Community: Educators will strengthen their ability to build authentic, respectful relationships with Indigenous children, families, and communities, enhancing the overall learning experience.