Listen in as project lead, Dr. Patricia Danyluk, provides some context for the project.

In this episode, we sit down with an educator with 15 years of experience teaching in an urban school in southern Alberta. Our guest shares his journey of integrating Indigenous knowledge into his grade four and five classrooms and discusses the impact of a new teaching quality standard introduced by the Alberta government.

Join us as we explore the challenges and successes encountered while addressing Canada's history of broken promises and its significance in combating racism towards Indigenous people.

In this episode, we sit down with an educator in southern Alberta who shares her journey of integrating indigenous knowledge into her teaching practice. From her experiences in informal education and archaeology to her focus on land-based education, she discusses the power of relationships in education and the importance of preparing students with life skills through indigenous ways of knowing.

Join us as our guest shares a lesson plan that brings students out onto the land and highlights the impact of hands-on experiences in building relationships with the natural world.

In this episode, we hear from an experienced educator with a unique background in professional music who shares his journey of integrating indigenous knowledge into his music classroom. He discusses the importance of firsthand permission when teaching indigenous knowledge and emphasizes the need for deeper personal understanding and connection to indigenous cultures.

His insights into the power of music and the importance of experiencing and respecting diverse cultures offer valuable lessons for combating anti-indigenous racism in educational settings.

In this episode, an educator who teaches on a Central Alberta reserve shares powerful insights on embracing Indigenous pedagogy. From weaving Indigenous knowledge into the curriculum to creating a safe and inclusive classroom environment, she provides valuable lessons for educators seeking to combat racism towards Indigenous people. 

Tune in to gain first hand understanding of how to incorporate Indigenous values and knowledge into teaching practices.

In this episode we are joined by a teacher from southern Alberta teacher who delves into the transformative power of integrating indigenous knowledge into the classroom, emphasizing the values of reciprocity and respect. From spending time with the Siksika nation to designing engaging curriculum units based on traditional Metis plants, Lisa's journey highlights the profound impact of connecting students with the land and indigenous culture.

In this episode, Stephen Hurley speaks with a teacher in Southern Alberta about her experiences integrating Indigenous knowledge into the classroom. She shares insights into the importance of Indigenous education, drawing from her Métis background and the impact of community-building activities like traditional mates finger weaving.

Join us as we explore how Indigenous knowledge can promote student-led learning and foster wellness in the classroom.

Dans ce podcast, une enseignante francophone en Alberta partage son parcours d'intégration de la sagesse traditionnelle des peuples autochtones dans sa classe de 5e et 6e année. Elle aborde ses défis et comment sa leçon d'art intégrée a suscité l'engagement des élèves et les a reliés à la communauté. Cette leçon, à son tour, lui a donné la confiance nécessaire pour explorer davantage de leçons basées sur les savoirs autochtones et a validé l'importance d'intégrer ces connaissances autochtones dans le paysage éducatif en Alberta.

In this podcast, a Francophone teacher in Alberta shares her journey of intertwining traditional Indigenous wisdom into her grade 5-6 classroom. She discusses her challenges and how her integrated art lesson engaged students and connected them to the community. This lesson, in turn, gave her the confidence to explore more Indigenous-based lessons and validated the importance of integrating Indigenous knowledge within the educational landscape in Alberta.

In this episode, Stephen Hurley is joined by an innovative educator from southern Alberta who draws from her urban teaching experience to illustrate how she intertwines math, language arts, and other curricula with the natural world to create dynamic, hands-on learning experiences. 

The episode dives into land-based learning, the value of indigenous knowledges, and the integration of metaphor and storytelling in the education system. Our guest discusses her approach to building inclusive, safe spaces that challenge traditional norms, address biases, and foster a deep connection with the environment. 

This episode provides an enlightening discussion on the importance of vulnerability, disruption of the status quo, and the subtle shifts necessary to combat anti-indigenous racism within our educational frameworks.

In this episode an educator from an urban school board in southern Alberta shares his experiences in integrating Indigenous knowledge into science education. As he discusses the importance of this work and shares a specific lesson plan involving Indigenous conservation efforts, he provides valuable insights and practical advice for educators looking to integrate Indigenous perspectives into their teaching.

Join us as we explore the powerful impact of culturally responsive education and the ongoing challenges and triumphs of this essential work.