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Our words, our ways : teaching First Nations, Métis and Inuit learners [2017]

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This resource is intended to help classroom teachers and staff better serve the needs of their Aboriginal students. It offers information about Aboriginal cultures and perspectives, practical... More ≫

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This resource is intended to help classroom teachers and staff better serve the needs of their Aboriginal students. It offers information about Aboriginal cultures and perspectives, practical ideas, and sample strategies that will help teachers meet the needs and recognize the gifts of Aboriginal students. Many of the sample strategies are good for all students and are relevant for a range of educational settings and contexts. The resource is organized into seven chapters. Each chapter contains information, sample strategies, shared wisdom from Aboriginal scholars and Elders, and related stories shared by Aboriginal teachers and liaisons.

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Working group report on the year one action plan, March 2010-August 2011

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It is important to recognize and acknowledge the good news, the increased collaboration, communication and other positive shifts taking place throughout the province in FNMI education. Since the... More ≫

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It is important to recognize and acknowledge the good news, the increased collaboration, communication and other positive shifts taking place throughout the province in FNMI education. Since the introduction of Alberta Education's Business Plan Goal 3: Success for FNMI Students, the establishment of the FNMI Education Partnership Council and the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding for First Nations Education in Alberta, Working Group members have noted positive changes.

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Successful practices in First Nations, Métis and Inuit education : collaborative frameworks building relationships companion resource

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The Collaborative Frameworks serves as a guide to strengthen collaborative processes between school authorities, parents, communities and other stakeholders, as they work together to improve the... More ≫

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The Collaborative Frameworks serves as a guide to strengthen collaborative processes between school authorities, parents, communities and other stakeholders, as they work together to improve the educational outcomes of First Nations, Métis and Inuit students.

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Successful transitions for First Nations, Metis and Inuit students

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Successful Transitions is one of five strategies outlined in Alberta's High School Completion Strategic Framework. The focus of the Successful Transition strategy is on ensuring students have the... More ≫

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Successful Transitions is one of five strategies outlined in Alberta's High School Completion Strategic Framework. The focus of the Successful Transition strategy is on ensuring students have the supports to help them make successful transitions between grades and from school to work.

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First Nations, Métis and Inuit education policy framework : a progress report

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In 2002, the department released the First Nations, Métis and Inuit (FNMI) Education Policy Framework. The purpose of this report is to communicate the current work of the department toward... More ≫

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In 2002, the department released the First Nations, Métis and Inuit (FNMI) Education Policy Framework. The purpose of this report is to communicate the current work of the department toward improving Aboriginal learner success. The summary is not exhaustive but highlights some of the Ministerial initiatives that are being undertaken.

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First Nations, Metis and Inuit education policy framework

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The Native Education Policy Review is part of Alberta Learning’s commitment to enhance educational opportunities for Aboriginal learners in the province, and to develop an ongoing dialogue with... More ≫

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The Native Education Policy Review is part of Alberta Learning’s commitment to enhance educational opportunities for Aboriginal learners in the province, and to develop an ongoing dialogue with Aboriginal communities and other education stakeholders.

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