Coming from cultures that value oral and observational learning, Aboriginal students may not be as comfortable with paper and pencil assignments as they are with other forms. Written work may not allow them to demonstrate their learning as effectively as oral or presentational activities might (Alberta Ed).
There are a few strategies that teachers can put in place to engage FNMI students. Attendance is a major concern for FNMI students so if we can get them to school and make the most of their learning experiences, then we will be on the right track to change.
Teachers should avoid the following for FNMI students (as well as non-native students):
• penalizing late assignments
• not giving second chances
• grading students on personal and social characteristics such as marks for participation.
http://www.aboriginalcanada.gc.ca/acp/site.nsf/eng/ao31045.html Resources for Teachers Government of Canada
There are a few strategies that teachers can put in place to engage FNMI students. Attendance is a major concern for FNMI students so if we can get them to school and make the most of their learning experiences, then we will be on the right track to change.
Teachers should avoid the following for FNMI students (as well as non-native students):
• penalizing late assignments
• not giving second chances
• grading students on personal and social characteristics such as marks for participation.
http://www.aboriginalcanada.gc.ca/acp/site.nsf/eng/ao31045.html Resources for Teachers Government of Canada