Indian Education In-Service
Facilitator: Tom McCormack © 1995 (Revised 2008)
There are indigenous education tools to effectively teach native culture in the classroom. This presentation deepens our understanding of Native American songs, children stories, myths, indian music and art. McCormack will explore the tribal relationship of indigenous people, as well as distinct differences. Tom interprets ancestral symbols and how indigenous culture is to survive and evolve in contemporary society. A lively mix of group discussion strips away Native stereotypes and misinformation.
McCormack expresses spiritual wisdom by playing Native American music including: Cedar Flute music, clapper-stick, rattle, kids stories, indigenous poetry, traditional song and drumming. An examination and clarity about Native culture will ensue. How do teachers incorporate indigenous culture into their classroom environment? What does the Sacred Circle represent? We'll explore how the Medicine Wheel relates to quality education. Participants will discover insight into indigenous culture and way of life. You will learn how to help your students do their native genealogy. (one-third of this country is part Native from the 550 tribes in North America)
Indian Education directors (Title IX) will appreciate the effective bridging tools Tom provides to successfully teach Native language. A Native American teaching and learning handout is provided, along with an indigenous education sheet. A summary with a question and answer period is at the close.
Format: 90-120 minute intensive, three hour interactive in-service or four hour indepth experiential presentation.
Benefits:
1.) Teachers learn how to incorporate indigenous culture into their classroom environment.
2.) Teachers gain an understanding of what the Sacred Circle and medicine wheel represent.
3.) Participants discover insight into indigenous practices as a way of life.
References:
"As a Native TA, I am quite limited in my spiritual culture, and this session was very inspiring. He had a great understanding of Native culture and provided suggestions to help all nationalities."
A critique from his workshop presentation at The Alberta Teacher's Assistant Conference ~ Edmonton, Alberta
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