Throughout the article Restoule at al (2013) we see a project being developed that has to do with Indigenous people and their land. Some ways that the article exemplified reinhabitation and decolonization is:
-Allowed elders and youth to become connected through conversation and reintroduction to traditional ways of knowing (71)
-The project takes places on Indigenous soil
-Indigenous native language such as Cree was being spoken
-Local youth got to take part in the project by making their own audio documentaries and interviewing people around the community
-Elders shared their ways of living with everyone
Overall, there are quite a few points that show the connection between the youth and elders of the community which is a great step forward in the right direction. Looking into my future career as a teacher I now realize how crucial it is to understand that I will have students from all different types of backgrounds, including those of the Indigenous heritage. I want to make sure that my students feel comfortable and safe but as well free to voice their opinion. I as well believe that as a future educator I need to understand the importance of the land and elders to tell the stories. In addition to this, I believe that it so critical for students to understand Indigenous culture, lands and language not only for them to accept this culture but also to help lead towards reconciliation.
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