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The Social and Cultural Context of the Learner

The Social and Cultural Context of the Learner. Dr Chris Sarra www.strongersmarter.com.au. Overview What is the Social and Cultural Context of Indigenous Learners ? Shaping and Responding to the social and cultural context ... Not blaming it!

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The Social and Cultural Context of the Learner

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  1. The Social and Cultural Context of the Learner Dr Chris Sarra www.strongersmarter.com.au

  2. Overview • What is the Social and Cultural Context of Indigenous Learners? • Shaping and Responding to the social and cultural context... Not blaming it! • Challenging, Developing and Embracing Indigenous Identity.

  3. The Principles of Effective Learning and Teaching Effective Learning and Teaching… … is founded on an understanding of the Learner; … requires active construction of meaning; … enhances and is enhanced by a supportive school environment; … is enhanced through worthwhile learning partnerships; and … shapes and responds to the social and cultural contexts.

  4. Perceptions of Aboriginal people Alcoholics, Drunks, Heavy Drinkers Boongs, Coons, Niggers, Black bastards, Gins, Darkies Got it good, privileged, well kept by Government Lazy, Wont work Welfare Dependant, Dole Bludgers, Handout syndrome Aggressive, Violent, Troublemakers, Disrespectful

  5. Perceptions of Aboriginal students Lazy Underachievers Shy Dirty Disobedient AggressiveHigh Absenteeism Cheeky Defiant Artistic Sporty Family Oriented Poor Health

  6. Strong and Smart Student Identity • Come to school every day • Work hard in the classroom • Be nice to the teacher • Be nice to other children • Work together • Be proud to be Aboriginal • Stand up for yourself

  7. Examining the context • History…“That was in the past!” • Teacher Expectations…“That’s what they’re like!” • Student Expectations…“You’re trying to run this place like a white school!” • Attitudes…“Everyone should be treated equal! • Skills – Social, Emotional, Language

  8. Challenging, Developing and Embracing Indigenous Identity Which Indigenous Identity do I collude with? Which Indigenous Identity does my school confirm?

  9. strongersmarter.com.au @chrissarra wordpress.com/chrissarra facebook.com/strongersmarter

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