Incorporating Indigenous Knowledge to Our Society
Reminder: Please collate and submit any 5 discussion questions (on different readings/films) you have prepared or considered throughout the term.
Discussion questions may relate to the content, important points, or themes, and may be useful in clarifying passages, making connections between the text and other works, and analyzing, interpreting, challenging, and evaluating the article and the various issues it raises. Thoughtful discussion questions demonstrate engagement with the text and understanding of course material.
1. Spendtimelistening,watchingandreviewingthevariousteachingsontheFourDirections Teachings site. http://www(dot)fourdirectionsteachings(dot)com/interactive.html
2. Spend time browsing the Deepening Knowledge site, a repository of resources to help teachers infuse Indigenous knowledges, histories, and perspectives into their teaching. https://www(dot)oise(dot)utoronto(dot)ca/deepeningknowledge/
1 Which essential indigenous knowledge can contribute greatly to our present society and how?
In our society today, we can utilize the values and the philosophy of indigenous people. What specific practices or beliefs can we use to improve our modern life?
2. What is the essence of understanding oneself according to the four directions teaching?
The four directions teaching highlights the differences of archetypes and how each have their own set of challenges to face. How does understanding these archetypes help us in discovering our own path?
3. How can we integrate the indigenous perspectives and knowledge within the academic setting?
The academic setting of modern education highlights different syntax of living, while indigenous knowledge highlights different values and philosophies. What best practices or beliefs can contribute to a better academic experience?
4. How can we honor the culture and ...