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131. Resources for Learning - Aboriginal Literacy (2002)
Aboriginal Literacy - Creating Ideas, Supporting Opportunities
Authors: Beverly Anne Sabourin
Collection: Research Materials
This directory, The Language of Literacy: Resources For Learning is a hands-on resource oriented to aboriginal literacy practitioners, educators and advocates who are working to strengthen the resource base of aboriginal literacy programming in Canada.
Added: 2002-01-01
132. Saskatchewan Directory of Aboriginal Literacy Programs (2003)
Authors: Saskatchewan Aboriginal Literacy Network (SALN)
Collection: Research Materials
The Saskatchewan Aboriginal Literacy Network published this directory in the hope that it will be the start of an ongoing process of cataloguing current Aboriginal literacy programs and culturally relevant resources that have been developed within Saskatchewan. The directory will enable information to be shared about current Aboriginal literacy programs and initiatives and will ensure that new or existing initiatives may utilize the expertise of those programs already in existence.
Added: 2004-03-15
133. Saskatoon Urban Aboriginal Strategy (2011)
Final Report 2010-2011
Authors: Saskatchewan Aboriginal Literacy Network (SALN)
Collection: Research Materials
This document outlines the establishment of the Aboriginal Parent Roles Interacting with Teacher Support (APRINTS) project in Saskatoon, a family literacy program designed to enhance children’s learning through play, drawing, writing, sharing books, talking and storytelling.
The project was initiated by the Saskatchewan Aboriginal Literacy Network after a 2005 study that showed that 63 per cent of urban Aboriginal people in that province scored below level 3 on the International Adult Literacy and Skills Survey (IALSS), compared with 39 per cent of the non-Aboriginal population. The APRINTS program tries to engage parents by helping them value and explore their Aboriginal heritage; understand and become aware of their own strengths as parents; understand their vital role in their children’s learning; and make links between aspects of traditional Aboriginal culture and their children’s literacy development.
The authors describe the process of training facilitators for the program. Testimonials from some of the parents who have taken part in the program are also included.
Added: 2011-09-09
134. Second Saskatchewan Aboriginal Literacy Gathering (2006)
kéni- pimahatówang owéti izi nígán “Pathways to the Future”
Authors: Saskatchewan Aboriginal Literacy Network Inc. (SALN)
Collection: Research Materials
This document outlines the proceedings of Gathering 2006, the Saskatchewan Aboriginal Literacy Network’s annual literacy conference. The gathering brought together elders, adult learners, youth, literacy practitioners, Aboriginal program developers, government officials and other stakeholders involved in Aboriginal literacy.
The authors summarize the objectives and outcomes of the conference; describe highlights of the event; and summarize participants’ recommendations for future gatherings.
An appendix includes information about the winners of the 2006 Saskatchewan Aboriginal Literacy Awards.
Added: 2011-02-16
135. The South Island Learning Community (SILC) Project (2010)
Revue « À lire en ligne », FCAF
Authors: Ron Faris
Collection: Research Materials
The South Island Learning Community (SILC) Project was carried out between 2005 and 2008 in the Greater Victoria area of British Columbia. The goal of the project was to create and test a model for building community capacity, both individual and organizational, to enhance the development of adult literacy skills through the use of information technology.
The author notes that the model depended upon building bridges between First Nations and non-First Nations learning communities by creating pathways between formal and non-formal learning providers and the communities. He says the project was nurtured by the Victoria Learning City initiative, which had started the year before.
The author says there is strong evidence that the SILC project had a positive impact on adult basic literacy policy and practice in the South Island, illustrating the usefulness of applying learning technologies to enhance literacy provision for individuals and communities.
This article appeared in the 2010 edition of “À lire en ligne,” a journal published annually by the Fédération canadienne pour l’alphabétisation en français (FCAF). The author served as guest editor of the issue, which focused exclusively on place-based learning communities.
Added: 2011-05-24
136. State of Aboriginal Learning (2005)
Background Paper for the "National Dialogue on Aboriginal Learning" - November 13 and 14, 2005
Authors: Dr. Marie Battiste
Collection: Research Materials
This background paper was prepared for the National Dialogue on Aboriginal Learning conference, held in Ottawa in November 2005. It was prepared in response to a call from the Canadian Council on Learning (CCL) to support the developmental work of the Aboriginal Learning Knowledge Centre.
The authors describe the context for the CCL Aboriginal Learning Knowledge Centre; the principles established to guide the CCL in developing the centre; the learning contexts of each of the First Nations, Inuit and Métis; and potential priorities and directions for an Aboriginal Learning Knowledge Centre.
Added: 2012-03-07
137. State of Aboriginal Learning: Background Paper for the "National Dialogue on Aboriginal Learning" (2005)
November 13 and 14, 2005 - Ottawa
Authors: Dr. Marie Battiste
Collection: Research Materials
In 2005, a small group of people active in Aboriginal learning was assembled to advise the Canadian Council on Learning on the establishment of the Aboriginal Learning Knowledge Centre.
The group suggested holding a developmental conference in the fall of that year to allow stakeholders to identify issues, practices and priorities for such a centre. In preparation, the CCL commissioned a report that synthesized some of the research on Aboriginal learning from the preceding decade. This document is the result.
The author points out that there are learning issues unique to each of the three Aboriginal groups of Canada: First Nations, Inuit and Métis. Therefore, the report amalgamates three separate research activities representing each of the three Aboriginal groups. These reports are provided in the document’s appendices.
The author has divided this report into four sections. Part A provides the context for the CCL Aboriginal Learning Knowledge Centre while Part B outlines the principles established to guide its development. Part C summarizes the respective learning contexts of the First Nations, Inuit and Métis. Part D identifies priorities for the centre.
Added: 2010-05-28
138. State of Learning in Canada: No Time for Complacency (2007)
Series: State of Learning in Canada
Authors: Canadian Council on Learning (CCL)
Collection: Research Materials
The authors of this report say that while Canadians have made great strides toward building a culture of lifelong learning, there is no room for complacency.
The authors look at both progress and challenges in early childhood learning, learning in school, adult learning, and aboriginal learning. As well, they look at the overall picture of learning and literacy. They look at what lies ahead in each sector and what role the Canadian Council on Learning will play.
Added: 2010-07-06
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139. Stories and Activities for English 110 and 120 (2007)
Authors: Northwest Territories Literacy Council
Collection: Learning Materials
This resource contains eight stories appropriate for learners at the English 110 and 120 levels. These stories were either written by adult learners from the Hay River Learning Centre or used in adult literacy classes in the Northwest Territories. The stories that were written by adult learners were made into booklets and illustrated by local artists in the community. The stories range from high 110 to low 120 level. A Fry Readability scale for each story is included.
Added: 2008-03-28
140. Strategic Plan (2008)
2008 - 2013
Authors: National Indigenous Literacy Association
Collection: Research Materials
The Board of Directors of the National Indigenous Literacy Association (NILA) represents First Nations people, Metis people, and Inuit people from coast to coast. Through provincial representation as well as representation in all stakeholder groups, NILA is poised to respond to the vision of eradicating illiteracy in its communities.
In May 2008 NILA was at a major organizational crossroads. There had been some monumental gains in the 10 years NILA had been in operation but there were some significant challenges.
The challenges that NILA recognized at that time included:
• A need for a renewal of organizational strength and vision
• The need to respond to the national priority of the development of essential skills
• The need to create self-sufficiency because of funding issues
• The need to ensure NILA had the capacity to respond to the needs of stakeholders including business, learners, communities, governments, teachers and programs.
Because of the pressing challenges and the vision of the board, a strategic planning process was started. The following document is the compilation of the strategic planning discussions of the meetings of the Board, the outcomes of two strategic planning sessions, and the input of the staff.
Added: 2009-07-07
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