The project objective is to educate middle school students on Indigenous history in an engaging way. We want students to develop understanding, empathy, and respect towards Indigenous culture, art, and heritage.
Curriculums have been evolving to include resources on Indigenous people and perspectives, and we want to give students the opportunity to learn about Indigenous culture outside of the classroom in a meaningful and authentic manner. Sometimes the curriculum can seem repetitive, incorrect, and superficial. It’s important not to teach a washed-down version of their culture and history. It sets up students to not have a complete understanding of Indigenous people and the effort in reconciliation is lost. If we embed relevant and accurate material into the curriculum, students are more likely to learn, share, and appreciate the content. We are hoping to design a solution for students that celebrates and raises awareness to Indigenous history and culture.
Links:
https://thetyee.ca/News/2017/09/05/Bumpy-Start-for-BC-First-Peoples-Curriculum/