Glossary C Culture The customs, history, values and languages that make up the heritage of a person or people and contribute to that person’s or people’s identity. E Elders A man or woman whose wisdom about spirituality, culture and/or life is recognized by the community. Elders can be any age although they generally have many […]
Glossary C Colonialism The process of one power exercising control over lands, peoples, and resources; colonization. Culturally Relevant Electives Courses/classes that are grounded in local culture. Examples include: Indigenous arts such as beading, local languages, Indigenous agriculture, hunting and trapping, and other on the land activities, etc. E Elders Community members who have the respect […]
Glossary C Culturally Appropiate Ensuring that events and activities reflect diversity and include cultural beliefs, practices and ways of being of the individuals, families and communities being served. E Emotional Development This correlates to one aspect of the medicine wheel that encourages people to take the time to explore the self and one’s relationship with […]
Glossary C Canadian Council on Learning The Canadian Council on Learning was a channel for lifelong learning, encouraging and supporting data-based decisions about learning during all stages of life, from early childhood through to the senior years. Community Dialogues on First Nations Holistic Lifelong Learning: Learning as a Community for Renewal and Growth In 2008, […]
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