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Elders' Council kehte-ayak

Introductory Videos to Indigenous Knowledges

NCCIE, in collaboration with the First Nations University Elders' Council (kehte-ayak) and Productions Cazabon, is pleased to present these five videos for you to watch as an introduction to learning about working with Elders in the classroom and throughout research projects.

Recommended Watching Order

Video 1 of 5

The Frame of Mind One Can Bring

Listen to the Elders share their thoughts on how an open mind and a positive frame of mind are important.

Indigenous Education' in Indigenous Languages

To honour the diversity of languages found across Canada amongst First Nations, Metis and Inuit Peoples, NCCIE privileges Indigenous languages.

Anishnabe Kendaaswin

People / Community

Anishinaabe (Ojibwe)

Meaning

A Person's Knowledge; literally, an Ojibwe Person's Knowledge

How do you say "Indigenous education" in your language? We would love to add your contribution! Contact us→

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