May 23rd: Alternative notions of schooling in Australia: The story of engaging and reflecting on relational ways of supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students
Alternative notions of schooling in Australia: The story of engaging and reflecting on relational ways of supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students
Tuesday, May 27, 2014
10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
UBC First Nations Longhouse, Sty-Wet-Tan Hall (1985 West Mall),
UBC Point Grey Campus, Vancouver, BC
In Australia, ‘Indigenous Education’ policy remains focused on dominant discourses and western notions of success and achievement. Relatively new in Australian education is a mode of schooling termed ‘flexi schools’ or ‘alternative schools’ that offers a different approach to schooling. This session will explore recent research about the views of principals (Shay, 2013) and educators (Morgan, 2013) that have transitioned into this new way of working with young people. It will explore the practical implications of this new approach to schooling for students, educators and leaders with a focus on possibilities for Indigenous education relevant for schooling sectors.
Presenters:
Marnee Shay
Aunty Denise Proud
Ann Morgan
Light refreshments provided.
No RSVP necessary.
Co-sponsored by the Professorship of Indigenous Education in Teacher Education,
the Indigenous Education Office, and Human Development, Learning and Culture.