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Aboriginal Youth Identity Series: Origin and Settlement
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Rationale and
Objectives

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Teacher Information (Part 2)

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Lesson 1 - Rationale and Objectives

Rationale

There are opposing views as to the origin of Aboriginal People in America and it is important to the study of Canada's First Nations that students comprehend the different theories. It is imperative that students understand that these are in fact archeological and scientific theories, and that many First Nations people reject them as they have their own oral histories that tell of their Creation.

Objectives

Knowledge

  • Demonstrate an understanding of the different theories of origin of First Nation People in North America by researching, analyzing and comparing (debating) the major theories
  • Recognize that there are attributes and flaws to each of the major origin theories
  • Define the key terms and concepts in relation to First Nations origin theories

Skills

  • Acquire information using print, audio-visual and library resources
  • Record/organize information in note form
  • Analyze and evaluate information, including detecting bias and distinguishing fact from opinion
  • Debate issues effectively
  • Develop the skills necessary for composing an argument

Attitude

  • Work at individual tasks in a group situation
  • Cooperate in decision making
  • Accept differing opinions
  • Respect for and appreciation of Aboriginal history/society

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