Calendar for: Aboriginal Studies 10, Theme 2: Aboriginal Worldviews and Theme 4: Symbolism and Expression

Grade: 10/11/12
GENERAL LEARNING OUTCOME:
Students will demonstrate an understanding of aspects of Aboriginal spirituality and worldviews,
symbolism and expression
March 7 Lesson 1
March 8 Lesson 2
March 9 Lesson 3
March 10 Buffer
Friday No Ab
Day
Studies

Entrance Slip
Introduction of Unit
What is worldview?
Examining stories
My Story chart

Fundamental Spirituality
Worldview
Graffiti wall/Discussion
Misconceptions/Pocahonta
s
Exit slip

Grunt work vocab.

if nice, take outside
to sit in yard and
work back in just
before break.

Art and Stories, What

is the relationship?

Artist/Author etc
assignment.
Checklist

Artist takes the stories

and represents them.

Closure
summarizing today,
handing in work
Theme 4 3. A-f
FA

Theme 1 quiz in the

morning
artist profile /20
o Power point
o Poster
bring to the
lab
o Write up
style

SLO 2. A, B, C

SLO 1. A, B, F

SA
FA

SA
FA

March 14 Lesson 4

March 15 Lesson 5

March 16 Lesson 6

March 17 Lesson 7

Sharing and
Reciprocity land use
The Lorax
Harmony and Unity
Values Poster /5

Field Trip Reflection

assignment

Field trip debrief

Gallery Walk about
what we learned at the
Summit
Reflection about what
they think
reconciliation means
Discussion about
stories Richard
Wagamese story
about the importance
of how we are stories
and thats what we
take and leave
Tell me a story of an
accomplishment
youre proud of
Tell me a story of how
you would like to be
remembered
After break work
period

FA
SA if complete

Work block (1st half)

Review Charts (2nd
Half)

SLO 1. B, C
SLO 1. D, E
SLO 4. A, B

SLO 1. D, E
SLO 3. B
SLO 4. A, B

FA

SA
FA

SA

March 21, 2016

March 22, 2016

Consolidation and
Blackout poetry
Blackout Poetry
and Worldview
(News articles)
Quick review for
quiz

FA

FA

SA

SA

Review and Quiz on

Worldview and Art
and Storytelling
2nd Half - Film 270
Years of Resistance

*FA=Formative Assessment
*SA=Summative Assessment

SLO 5
SA

Unit Planning
Subject: Aboriginal Studies 10
Grade: Grade 10/11/12
Unit/Topic: Theme 2: Aboriginal Worldviews / Theme 4: Symbolism and Expression
Date/Unit Duration: March 7 17
Class Length: 3 hours
1. Unit Overview Critical Inquiry Question

How have our stories influenced the ways that we perceive the world?

2. General Learning Outcomes for Unit

Students will demonstrate an understanding of aspects of Aboriginal

spirituality and worldviews. (theme 2)

Students will demonstrate an understanding of Aboriginal Art forms, oral

tradition and literature.
3. Focusing Questions for Unit (Related Questions)
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What does it mean to be spiritual?

Have you always been aware of worldview?
How have traditions influenced the ways that we interact with the
world?
How do we understand symbols?
What is the relationship between time and harmony?
Who decides what knowledge can be and should be shared?

4. Key Concepts for Unit

THEME 2
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Animate

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Cycle of Life
Economic Partnerships
Evangelism
Generic (rather than specific)
Holistic
Inanimate
Interdependent
Mutual Support
Personal Autonomy
Reciprocal
Religion
Spirituality
Stereotypes
Symbol
Worldview

THEME 4

Cultural Transmission
Values
Beliefs
Symbolism
Analogy
Diversity
Cultural Expression
Holistic
Integration
Interpersonal Relationships

5. Specific Learning Outcomes for Unit

Theme 2
Students will:
1. demonstrate an understanding that spirituality is fundamental to
traditional Aboriginal worldviews:
a
b
c
d

examine how animate and inanimate objects are interrelated and

respected in Aboriginal cultures
examine why living in harmony and unity is essential to traditional
Aboriginal cultures
analyze the role of sharing and generosity in traditional Aboriginal
cultures
research the following aspects of spirituality by; e.g., interviewing a
local Elder regarding: interrelationship of animate and inanimate,
harmony, unity, sharing and generosity, protocols and accepted
traditional practices

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appreciate and respect the value of Elders in helping people discover

their inner gifts and strengths
appreciate and respect the diversity of traditional spiritual beliefs and
practices of Aboriginal peoples

2. demonstrate an understanding that Aboriginal stories on creation

of the world and Aboriginal peoples provide a strong spiritual
foundation:
a

b
c

examine traditional Aboriginal stories on creation that have

inspirational messages about young people recognizing their gifts,
journeying to take on challenges and accomplishing feats to help
others.
examine the role of creation stories and legends in the lives of
Aboriginal peoples in Canada
appreciate and respect the diversity of oral traditions of Aboriginal
peoples that provides the foundation for Aboriginal worldviews and
spirituality

3. demonstrate an understanding that cycle of life is fundamental to

the Aboriginal way of life:
a. research the significance of the following symbols:
the Circle
Medicine Wheel
b

appreciate and respect that Aboriginal peoples traditionally view life

and its interrelated parts as a never-ending cycle

4. demonstrate an understanding that ceremonies have strong

spiritual and social significance:
a
b

appreciate and respect that Aboriginal peoples have ceremonies to

express their spiritual nature
describe the general role and significance of non-sacred aspects of
ceremonies by Aboriginal peoples; e.g., round dance, tea dance,
powwows

5. demonstrate an understanding that after European contact, many

Aboriginal peoples incorporated Christianity into their lifestyles.
THEME 4
Students will:
1 appreciate how oral traditions influence ideas, perspectives
and interpretations

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b
c

describe the central role and function of the oral traditions as a

means of cultural transmission
explain how oral tradition, legends, humor and stories assist in the
transmission of culture
respond to and appreciate the importance of the oral tradition in
the education and socialization processes

2 interpret and recognize significant oral symbolism and

expressions:
a explore the lives, experiences and values of Aboriginal authors
through their writings
b examine the contributions made by Aboriginal authors
c identify how Aboriginal writers use symbolism, allusions and
inference to portray their messages to the reader
d identify the different Aboriginal authors and how they use different
methods in portraying their experiences. Select two Aboriginal
authors; e.g., Maria Campbell, Verna Kirkness, Gail Bear:
explore the life experiences of Aboriginal authors and determine
how they
influenced what they wrote about
identify and evaluate the methods each author uses to bring the
message to the reader
relate to how the authors portrayed the human experience
through their writings
discuss how the authors beliefs and values influenced their
writings
examine the purpose that each author had in mind
3

develop an understanding of many Aboriginal art forms, oral

tradition and literature:
a identify and appreciate the diversity of cultural expression of
Aboriginal peoples
b describe the relationship of environment expressed in the art form,
oral tradition and literature of each Aboriginal group
c compare similarities and differences in expressions of
environmental relationships
d develop an understanding that Aboriginal art reflects the belief
that art is holistic in nature and is integrated in all aspects of
Aboriginal life
e compare how Aboriginal oral tradition connects the expression of
personal, spiritual, social and cultural aspects of that individual
within the group
f
appreciate Aboriginal philosophy, spirituality and love of land and
nature.

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes

*In the program of studies, there is no actual section reflecting Knowledge,

Skills and Attitudes. I read through the philosophy of the program of studies
and took the different aspects of the philosophy and applied them to the
different KSAs.
Values and Attitudes:
there is a need to respect, honour and celebrate Aboriginal cultures in
Alberta, Canada and the world
Aboriginal values and beliefs are resilient and relevant to global issues
Aboriginal nations have strong, diverse and evolving cultures that have
adapted to a changing world
language/communication in all its forms is one of the essential means by
which culture is learned.
Knowledge and Understanding:
fosters a sense of self-worth and pride by encouraging Aboriginal students
to appreciate their cultural heritage and social, political and economic
contributions to society
illustrates that traditional Aboriginal communities are as diverse as the
current Canadian cultural mosaic
enables all students to demonstrate an understanding that societies are
made up of individuals, but each individual has a responsibility to the wellbeing of the society
illustrates the importance of the spiritual nature of Aboriginal peoples and
their relationship with all things in the universe
explores a largely oral and visual culture allowing students to gain
appreciation of many communication and art forms
helps all students to develop respect for the environment and commitment
to use resources wisely
helps all students to appreciate values related to their personal, ethical and
spiritual beliefs
Skills and Processes:
encourages students to learn to identify key questions, organize and select
relevant content, develop points of view and present their findings and
conclusions
emphasizes clear and effective communication