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Yes, I am Aboriginal and I Enjoy Mathematics

Module 2, Post 1

Dr. Florence Glanfield is currently Vice-Provost of Indigenous Programming and Research and a Professor of Mathematics Education, at the University of Alberta.   She was a guest contributor for “Equity Matters” and shared her article “Yes, I am Aboriginal and I Enjoy Mathematics”. I really enjoyed this guest blog; it teaches not to stereotype using her own personal story. I definitely want to use her story in my classroom!

Dr. Glanfield can serve as a positive role model for achievement in mathematics, academia, and reconciliation. Here is a Dr. Glanfield’s bio from a spring 2020 PD session addressing math and science teachers and leaders in education.

References

Glandfield, F. (2011, June 14). Yes I am Aboriginal and I enjoy mathematics. Federation for the Humanities and Social Sciences.. https://www.ideas-idees.ca/blog/truth-about-stories-yes-i-am-aboriginal-and-i-enjoy-mathematics

Learning Network. (2021, June 14) IO20-19 Infusing Indigenous ways of learning in high school mathematics and sciences. https://www.learning-network.org/index.php/program/pdf/4646

M2, Entry 3: The danger of a single story

Module 2: Stereotypes and the Commodification of Indigenous Social Reality

Entry 3: The danger of a single story

While researching ways to indigenize STEM curricula, I watched this TED Talk by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie who discusses the danger that arises when we view a person or a group of people based on only one story. The poignant message in this video is relevant to my research to ensure that while learning how to effectively weave Indigenous ways of knowing, doing, and being, it is important to hear many stories and share many perspectives. 

Adichie, C.N., (2009). The danger of a single story. TED Talk. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D9Ihs241zeg