The path to truth and reconciliation is a long one. However, it is the hopes of educators across Canada that we can all help pave the way to this goal. The inclusion of the First People’s Principles of Learning is one intentional acknowledgment of First Nations ways of knowing within education. When used correctly, intentionally, and respectfully this resource allows educators to be practice in their inclusion of First Nations culture embedded within curriculum. Although this is still viewed as a resource, I believe that it is a crucial component to any form of learning. Through my past two years in class and practicum I have come to see the great advantage the FPPL gives to learning. This inclusion allows for an acknowledgment of First Nations culture, and therefore supporting our diverse classrooms here in Canada.
Some resources that I have found helpful throughout my BEd journey with UNBC are:
First Peoples Principles of Learning – Poster – from FNESC
http://www.fnesc.ca/wp/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/PUB-LFP-POSTER-Principles-of-Learning-First-Peoples-poster-11×17.pdf
First Peoples Principles of Learning – Blog – by Jo Chrona from FNESC
https://firstpeoplesprinciplesoflearning.wordpress.com/
Learning First Peoples Classroom Resources – from FNESC
http://www.fnesc.ca/learningfirstpeoples/
