Aboriginal Language and Culture Resources
Aboriginal Studies 10-20-30 Program of Studies, 2002
The focal point of Aboriginal Studies 10-20-30 is the wealth and diversity of Aboriginal languages and cultures. It is intended to provide a conceptual framework for all learners to enhance understanding of the diverse Aboriginal cultures within their region, Canada and the world. This document includes the rationale, philosophy, general and specific outcomes, and a glossary.
Aboriginal Studies 10-20-30: Alberta Authorized Resource List and Annotated Bibliography, September 2003
This document contains information about authorized resources, an overview of the Aboriginal Studies 10-20-30 Program of Studies, a list of resources by grade, an annotated bibliography and a list of the vendors/distributors of the resources.
Alberta's Commission on Learning. Every Child Learns, Every Child Succeeds: Report and Recommendations, October 2003
This report lists the recommendations from Alberta's Commission on Learning to improve education outcomes for all students in Alberta, including Aboriginal students.
Aboriginal Learner Data Collection Initiative: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
In order to improve the assessment of the educational attainment of Aboriginal learners, the department has undertaken a data collection initiative to identify all Aboriginal learners in the province. This document provides answers to frequently asked questions about the initiative.
A Handbook for Aboriginal Parents of Children with Special Needs, 2000
This handbook provides information about parent rights, roles and responsibilities for family members, tips for parents, problem solving and dispute resolution, names of First Nations' support groups, special education funding frameworks, and Alberta Education requirements for special education.
A Handbook for Aboriginal Parents of Children with Special Needs — Our Treasured Children, Video, 1999
This 24-minute video accompanies A Handbook for Aboriginal Parents of Children with Special Needs. The video highlights intergenerational stories from members of the Aboriginal community.
The Common Curriculum Framework for International Languages, Kindergarten to Grade 12, 2001
The Framework is intended to be used for languages other than English, French and Aboriginal languages. It was developed through the cooperative efforts of the provinces of Alberta, Manitoba and Saskatchewan in accordance with the Western Canadian Protocol for Collaboration in Basic Education. The document includes the rationale, assumptions, general principles of language learning, conceptual model, organization, general and specific outcomes, and appendices.
First Nations, Métis and Inuit Education Policy Framework, February 2002
The Native Education Policy Review is part of the department's commitment to enhance educational opportunities for Aboriginal learners in the province. This document contains information on the policy framework, strategies, performance measures, monitoring and reporting of results.
First Nations, Métis and Inuit Education Policy Framework: A Progress Report, May 2003
In 2002, the department released the First Nations, Métis and Inuit (FNMI) Education Policy Framework. The purpose of this report is to communicate the current work of the department toward improving Aboriginal learner success. The summary is not exhaustive but highlights some of the Ministerial initiatives that are being undertaken.
Teaching Native Languages in High School, Teacher Resource Manual (Grades 9-12), 1993
This manual includes activities and resources for the Aboriginal high school classroom. It also includes information about planning, pedagogical principles and evaluation.
