Presenter: Al Fricker
Course Length: 1.5 hour(s)
Description:
In this session the presenter(s) will explore helpful ways to create a sense of belonging and safety for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and their families. What can you do to make your classroom a safe space and to contribute to your school being both safe and welcoming. It is about recognising the experience of the students and families at your school, their history and current experiences of the world. It is about how and what you teach as part of the curriculum. It is about the pedagogies that you choose. The presenter will include additional organisations and resources available to schools to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and families.
Standards addressed:
- 1.4.2 Strategies for teaching Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander learners