The MKN uses evidence-informed practices to improve mathematics education. The three guiding principles: addressing educator-identified needs for improved student learning, changing attitudes toward mathematics and fostering inclusion. The 4 contributing communities of practice include Math Leadership, Critical Transitions, Indigenous Knowledge, and Computational Thinking. Supported by many Ontario school boards, universities, and education organizations, the MKN is a hub for resources that you can use in your classroom, and as a tool to expand your knowledge of mathematics education to further develop your professional practice.
Math Knowledge Network
Life is not easy: laughter means survival
As teachers struggle with finding ways to include FNMI content and perspectives in their teaching, Indigenous people are stepping forward to sharing their perspectives in story. This free downloadable book, written in both Anishinaabemowin and English, shares stories that can help you develop a lens for examining issues from the perspectives of FNMI peoples.
ETFO FNMI Resources for Educators
• FNMI Growth Chart Literacy Prompts & Poster Grades K-8. (Online)
• FNMI Brochure: What have you heard? Addressing misconceptions about Indigenous Peoples in Canada. (online interactive resources)
• Engaging Learners Through Play: Teacher Resource Guide (available to purchase)
The First Nations, Métis & Inuit Education Association of Ontario
The First Nations, Métis & Inuit Education Association of Ontario is a subject association for First Nations, Métis and Inuit education in Ontario, Canada. They support and help all educators understand issues related to First Nation, Métis and Inuit Peoples in Canada as well as offer strategies for teaching this content to all learners. Paid membership with links to a few free resources.
The First Nations, Métis & Inuit Education Association of Ontario
Orange Shirt Day
Orange Shirt Day is a legacy of the St. Joseph Mission (SJM) Indian Residential School, designed to commemorate the residential school experience, to witness and honour the healing journey of the survivors and their families, and to commit to the ongoing process of reconciliation. As a spokesperson for the Reunion group leading up to the events, former student Phyllis (Jack) Webstad told the story of her first day at residential school when her shiny new orange shirt, bought by her grandmother, was taken from her as a six-year-old girl. September 30th is now recognized across Canada as a day to commemorate the loss and suffering experienced by children who attended Residential Schools.
Twitterati: The Indigenous Voices Edition
Are you unsure who to follow for information about First Nation, Metis, and Inuit issues? OpenCanada, a digital publication sitting at the intersection of public policy, scholarship and journalism, shares a listing of more than 100 social media influencers in the global Indigenous community. The list includes biographies for each entry.
OpenCanada.org is a publication of the Centre for International Governance Innovation, an “independent, non-partisan think tank with an objective and uniquely global perspective.
Ontario Curriculum Resource Guide FNMI (2016)
Supports and strengthens a curriculum that facilitates learning about contemporary and traditional First Nations, Métis and Inuit cultures and histories.
We Were So Far Away: The Inuit Experience of Residential Schools
We Were So Far Away presents the stories of brave Inuit residential school survivors in a virtual exhibit. Includes a timeline, and a list of suggested resources.
We Were So Far Away: The Inuit Experience of Residential Schools
We are the Children: Healing the Legacy of Residential Schools
This online exhibit explores the history and legacy of Canada’s Residential School System through Survivor stories, archival photographs, and documents to assist in promoting understanding and reconciliation in Canada about residential schools.
We are the Children: Healing the Legacy of Residential Schools