APTPUO - Winter 2027 - PED 3138 G100 - FIRST NAT, INUIT & MÉTIS EDU

Course Details

Course Title: First Nations, Inuit and Métis Education: Historical Experiences and Contemporary Perspectives

Course Code: PED 3138

Section: G100

Faculty: Faculté d'éducation / Faculty of Education

Academic Unit: Teacher Education (Fac. Education)

Location: Main Campus

Academic Period: 2027 Winter Semester

Course Schedule: Lundi | Monday 11:30-14:30 - Hybrid

Expected Enrolment: 45

Number of Credits: 3

Work Hours: 39

Language of Instruction: Anglais | English

Competence in Second Language: Passive

Course Description

Examination of the historical experiences and contemporary perspectives on education of First Nations, Inuit and Métis people, from their own points of view, including traditional approaches to education, experiences in government-controlled and residential schools, and the problems and possibilities of self-government in education. Exploration of First Nations, Inuit and Métis perspectives on the role of education in language preservation, cultural renewal and the achievement of self-government.

Position Details

Position Type: Professeur à temps-partiel régulier / Regular Part-Time Professor

Posting Type: Régulier / Regular

Posting Reason: New Position

Requirements

• Masters degree in education;
• Qualification in a field related to teaching in schools in Ontario;
• Recent experience in teaching in a school or working in administration of a school board at the Primary Junior level;
• Knowledge of the current Ontario Curriculum and of the Ethical Standards and Standards of Practice of the Ontario College of Teachers.

The University may consider experience or qualifications equivalent to those set out above.

Application Information

Date Posted: 2026/09/22

Application Deadline: Applications must be received BEFORE 2026/10/23

Additional Information

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