Why it sparks inspiration
Integrating Indigenous knowledge into early childhood education is essential for creating culturally responsive learning environments. This free, self-paced online course equips educators with tools and strategies to incorporate Indigenous perspectives, pedagogies, and worldviews into their practices. The course features learning circles on key themes like "Land as the First Teacher" and "Indigenous Languages and Literacies," guided by Indigenous Elders and scholars. By participating, educators will learn to foster more inclusive, respectful spaces that honor Indigenous communities and support Indigenous and non-Indigenous children.
“This course supports early childhood educators and service providers to fulfill their ongoing professional development requirements while learning and reflecting on Indigenous histories, perspectives, knowledges relevant to their practice.”
How it can inspire your practice
- Educators can integrate Indigenous worldviews and pedagogies into their program setting to create culturally supportive spaces that honor both Indigenous and non-Indigenous children.
- Program leaders can use this course to strengthen the professional development available to educators on Indigenous early learning and child care.
- Program leaders can use the strategies from the course to enhance their program policies to better align with the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action, specifically Call to Action #12, which calls for creating culturally responsive environments in early learning that honor Indigenous knowledge and perspectives.