Talking circles as Indigenous pedagogy in online learning
This study caught my attention because its goal is to determine whether using talking circles as Indigenous pedagogy would benefit and affect the disconnected experience of online environments for learners. The authors believe that using the Indigenous practice of talking circles can play a significant role in grounding students. They importantly note that we cannot project our “rigid” view of what the talking circle is. I think that this study can play an important role in my understanding of how we can use Indigenous practices to improve digital learning. Since many Indigenous students in the north participate in online learning as a necessity, this knowledge can benefit a vast group of Indigenous students and communities who do not have access to fully staffed schools or programs.
References
Hanson, A. Danyluk, P. (April 11, 2022). Talking circles as Indigenous pedagogy in online learning. The University of Calgary.