Program Length: 60 minutes
Program Description: Explore a variety of Indigenous innovations and technologies practiced by First Nations' peoples of BC. While sharing and discussing, RBCM's Indigenous Learning Program Developer will highlight three to four innovations and practices of BC First Nations with the visual support of objects and images.
Program Keywords/Vocab: First Peoples', Technology, Innovation, Dugout Canoes, Weaving, Adornment
Target Audience: Grades 6-12
Program Format: Depending on participants curricular needs, interests and abilities this program may be adapted or modified to suit learners and learning outcomes
- Introduction
- Pre-activity – Pair share brainstorm, shared reading
- Investigation:
Share object(s) that illustrate the sophistication, ingenuity, technique, and innovation
- Discuss contemporary, global influence and adaptation
- Questions are welcomed throughout the program
Learning Objectives:
Analyze the exchanges of ideas, practises, and materials involving First Nations pre-contact and post-contact. Describe traditional BC First Nations technologies, including the uses of plants and animals
BC Curricular Connections:
Grades 6-12 First Peoples and Social Studies, example of Content
Social Studies 8 – Technological innovations
First Peoples Principles of Learning:
Learning is holistic, reflexive, reflective, experiential, and relational (focused on connectedness, on reciprocal relationships, and a sense of place)
Cost: $99
Availability: Wednesdays and Fridays starting in October – 10:30 am and 1:00 pm