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Enfants et éducation

Enfants et éducation

2023-03-06
Enfants et éducation

Enfants et éducation

2023-03-09
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Éducation

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Brandon Bunnie: Growth Through Gaming

Ampere’s Interactive Game Design Lead, Brandon Bunnie, sits at the intersection of storytelling, technology and culture, making games that invite players to explore language, make mistakes and find their own way forward. Brandon met up with Ampere’s Digital Media Specialist John Stewart to chat about his work.

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11 min
2022-05-06

Wilfred Buck: Ininiw/Cree Knowledge Of The Sky

How much do we really know about the stars in the sky? In this episode of the Root & STEM podcast, Ininiw/Cree Star Knowledge Keeper and retired science educator Wilfred Buck shares his expertise on the origins behind multiple constellations like, Mista Muskwa (Great Bear) and Kokominakasis (Grandmother Spider, the netmaker), and discusses the lack of acknowledgement given for Indigenous knowledge in the field of Western astronomy. Wilfred also touches on his own pathway to the sky and the stories about the sky that have had the biggest impact on his life.

2022-05-06

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19 min
2025-03-19

Beth Sampson: Innovating Education in Nunavut

In this episode of Root & STEM, Beth, a classroom teacher from Cambridge Bay, NU, Beth Sampson shares her journey from Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, to becoming a senior high math and science specialist in a remote Nunavut community. Beth discusses her academic background, the challenges and opportunities of digital citizenship, and her pursuit of a master's degree in Creativity, Sustainability, and Innovation through Cape Breton University. Beth explains her experiences with digital education during the school year 2021-2022, including her involvement in creating resources like the Digitally Nunavut Ed website, and addresses the unique aspects of digital citizenship within the context of Nunavut's evolving technological landscape. She highlights the importance of modeling good digital citizenship and collaborating with Inuit cultural resources to engage students. Beth also offers insights into the special challenges students and teachers face regarding technology access and safety online, emphasizing the importance of cultural and community context in digital education. 00:00 Introduction and Background 01:19 Journey into Digital Citizenship 05:14 Defining Digital Citizenship 10:10 Digital Citizenship in Nunavut 20:32 Challenges and Solutions in Digital Citizenship 37:13 Resources and Recommendations 44:17 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

2025-03-19

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48 min
2023-03-15

Andrew McConnell: Promoting Indigenous Voices in Education (Part 1)

On this episode of the Root & STEM podcast, Andrew McConnell, the First Nations, Métis and Inuit Education Coordinator for the YRDSB, shares the importance of Indigenous knowledge and voices in youth learning. He identifies the areas in which the education of youth and adolescents can be enhanced to include the viewpoints of various Indigenous communities (01:41). Andrew describes why non-Indigenous educators teaching Indigenous ideas fall short (10:18), before explaining how a change in pedagogy can assist in creating a deeper understanding of Indigenous science and ideas in students (15:00).

2023-03-15

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22 min
2023-03-29

Andrew McConnell: Promoting Indigenous Voices in Education (Part 2)

In this episode of the Root & STEM podcast, we hear from Andrew McConnell, the First Nations, Métis and Inuit Education Coordinator for the YRDSB, once again as he shares the importance of Indigenous knowledge and voices in youth learning. He explains how the language we use can affect the validity of Indigenous science (00:27). Andrew describes the importance of incorporating a compulsory high school language credit focused on Indigenous texts (05:25), before sharing his opinion in contrast to critics who don’t believe there is room in the curriculum for Indigenous studies (10:34). Finally, Andrew offers guidance to educators who look to include Indigenous perspectives in their teaching (14:52)

2023-03-29

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18 min
2023-07-26

Richard Van Camp: The Spirit of Denendeh

On this episode of the Root & STEM podcast, Richard Van Camp, shares all about his ongoing graphic novel series The Spirit of Denendeh. He begins by crediting those who contributed to the creation of the books (00:45). Richard reviews A Blanket of Butterflies, the first volume of The Spirit of Denendeh (03:20), before teasing the newly released second volume, As I Unfold You in Petals (09:59). Richard touches on including cultural themes in his books including Tłı̨chǫ Dene laws (13:16). He then explains some of the plans he has for the future of the series (17:00). Lastly, Richard explains why graphic novels shouldn't be overlooked as educational pieces (18:19). For more on The Spirit of Denendeh, visit: Portage & Main Press

2023-07-26

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21 min
2022-11-02

Desiree Lawson: Stewardship and Ancestral Laws

In this episode of the Root & STEM podcast, Haíɫzaqv advocate Desiree Lawson shares her mission to preserve and promote her Indigenous values. She explains how the Haíɫzaqv nation views the ocean and why it’s healthy for the environment (2:58). She reminisces about traditions she shared with her family and how environmental changes have affected those traditions to describe how Indigenous knowledge and western science can be used in unity to reach goals (3:58). As a student, Desiree shares her struggles as an Indigenous woman in school (10:49). Finally, Desiree shares the simplest way to support reconciliation and the protection of Indigenous language and culture (12:22).

2022-11-02

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14 min
Épisode 1

Harnessing The Benefits of Artificial Intelligence

This episode will explain what artificial intelligence (AI) is, how it works, how it is being used, its potential growth, and how students can benefit from it while protecting their privacy and avoiding the associated risks.

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8 min
2025-02-28

Courtney Cameron: Makers Making Change

In this episode, Courtney Cameron, East Region Coordinator for Makers Making Change, discusses her role and the organization's mission to provide low-cost, open-source assistive technology. Makers Making Change operates under the Neil Squire Society, which focuses on designing and producing affordable assistive technology for people with disabilities. Courtney explains the program's origins, including the inspiring story of Neil Squire and the development of groundbreaking assistive devices. She highlights how the program engages volunteers and students in creating assistive devices like switches, which have a high community demand. The workshops provide valuable STEM education while fostering empathy and problem-solving skills among participants. Courtney also shares the positive feedback received from students, teachers, and clinicians benefiting from these affordable, customizable devices. 00:00 Introduction to Courtney Cameron and Her Role 00:43 Overview of Makers Making Change 02:06 The Story of Neil Squire 04:21 Examples of Assistive Technology 05:54 Courtney's Journey into Assistive Technology 10:35 Workshops and Their Impact 14:49 Student and Community Reactions

2025-02-28

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18 min
2023-02-16

The Science Behind Brain Freeze

This episode explores what a brain freeze is, what causes it, and how you can stop them.

2023-02-16

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4 min

The Pinnguaq Association, a not-for-profit organization, incorporates STEAM into unique learning applications that promote storytelling, health, wellness, and growth in rural and remote communities. At its core, Pinnguaq embraces diversity and creates opportunities in order to empower all people.

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