Learning Goal: Setting the stage and creating a community for deep learning and reflection.
TASK
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SUGGESTED LEARNING ACTIVITIES
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Gather
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• In a circle ask: What is your name? What is your intention for this course?
• Icebreakers for the Classroom • Take time to do a few icebreakers in order to create class community before delving into the course content
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Sythesize
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• Allow for conversation about why this course will be run in circle
• Aboriginal Perspectives - A Guide to the Teacher’s Toolkit
• Set the stage for how the class will deal with controversial topics and differing opinions by looking at the link below
• How to Disagree
• Establish the norms/agreements for the classroom.
Please see example below:
• Circle of Trust Touchstones Consideration: This class should be conducted in circle as much as possible. It will allow for open conversation as the topic of human rights can get intense and uncomfortable.
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Transfer
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Reflect on human rights. What do they mean to you?
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