In Conversation with Stephen Hurley

Stephen Hurley

Host Stephen Hurley scans the education ecosystem, looking for the people and ideas that are starting to change the way we think about teaching, learning, schools and communities

  1. 14/05/2024

    Transforming Education: Indigenous Knowledge and Leadership with Dr. Jennifer Tupper and Dr. Jan Hare

    An  insightful conversation with Dr. Jennifer Tupper and Dr. Jan Hare as they discuss the significant strides and challenges in Indigenous education. This episode sheds light on the transformative potential of integrating Indigenous knowledge and perspectives into mainstream education to foster inclusive and equitable learning environments for all. Dr. Hare is an Anishinaabe scholar and educator from the M’Chigeeng First Nation, located in northern Ontario. She currently serves as Dean of Education for the Faculty of Education at the University of British Columbia Dr. Tupper is an award winning scholar and professor of Curriculum Studies. She is currently serving her second term as Dean of the Faculty of Education at the University of Alberta in Treaty 6. Key Takeaways: Importance of Incorporating Indigenous Knowledge in Education: Both Dr. Jennifer Tupper and Dr. Jan Hare underscore the necessity of integrating Indigenous knowledge and perspectives into undergraduate and graduate education programs. This plays a crucial role in not only increasing the presence of Indigenous educators but also in driving systemic change within the educational landscape.Renewing the 2010 Accord to Reflect Modern Contexts: The renewal of the 2010 Accord is essential to support ongoing policy shifts influenced by events such as the Truth and Reconciliation Commission and the incorporation of UNDRIP into provincial legislation. The accord aims to build on foundational work while accommodating the evolving needs and rights of Indigenous communities in education. Provincial and Local Implementation for Broader Impact: Provinces like British Columbia are leading the way in implementing Indigenous-focused educational reforms, such as aligning with the UN Declaration of the Rights of Indigenous Peoples. Successful local adaptations include engaging Indigenous communities in curriculum development and integrating principles of learning that reflect Indigenous values and knowledge systems.

    39 min
  2. 25/10/2023

    Privacy Pursuit - Media Literacy Week

    We're joined today by Patricia Kosseim, Ontario's Information and Privacy Commissioner, and Matthew Johnson, Education Director at MediaSmarts, Canada's Centre for Digital Media Literacy. In this conversation, we discuss the connections between privacy, children and media literacy. In particular, we talk about Privacy Pursuit, a series of lesson plans for elementary teachers and students focusing on learning about privacy in our digital world. In addition to the resource, our conversation led us into broader questions around privacy, children and youth. Here are some links based on today's conversation: Putting best interests of young people at the forefront of privacy and access to personal information Resolution of the Federal, Provincial and Territorial Privacy Commissioners and Ombuds with Responsibility for Privacy OversightQuébec, QC, October 4-5, 2023https://www.priv.gc.ca/en/about-the-opc/what-we-do/provincial-and-territorial-collaboration/joint-resolutions-with-provinces-and-territories/res_231005_01/ How organizations can help protect young people online (resolution in plain language) https://www.priv.gc.ca/en/about-the-opc/what-we-do/provincial-and-territorial-collaboration/joint-resolutions-with-provinces-and-territories/res_231005_01_yth/Companion document for organizations https://www.priv.gc.ca/en/about-the-opc/what-we-do/provincial-and-territorial-collaboration/joint-resolutions-with-provinces-and-territories/bg_231005_01/The IPC’s Digital Privacy Charter for Ontario Schools https://www.ipc.on.ca/privacy-organizations/digital-privacy-charter-for-ontario-schools/Teenage confidential: Teens, technology, and privacy (IPC Info Matters podcast episode with Matthew Johnson) https://www.ipc.on.ca/podcast/s1-episode-9-teenage-confidential-teens-technology-and-privacy/

    36 min

About

Host Stephen Hurley scans the education ecosystem, looking for the people and ideas that are starting to change the way we think about teaching, learning, schools and communities