First Nations University of Canada
Department of Indigenous Studies Summer Institute 2010 has been postponed to 2011. "Teaching Treaties in the Classroom" July 5 - July 29, 2010 The success of the Saskatchewan Ministry of Learning's mandate to teach about the treaties (made in what is now Saskatchewan between the British Crown and First Nations) in classrooms is contingent upon increasing the number of teachers who are prepared and equipped to deliver quality First Nations Treaty instruction. The Office of the Treaty Commissioner (OTC) has developed the Kindergarten to Grade 12 treaty curriculum that teachers are now implementing in their respective classrooms. The OTC has also provided all schools in Saskatchewan with a Treaty Resource Kit with many resources that assist teachers with teaching treaties in the classroom. The Summer Institute 2010: "Teaching Treaties in the Classroom" will provide 40 teachers with an opportunity to develop treaty inclusive curriculum by providing context for the historical and cultural importance of treaties in the classroom. The contemporary importance of treaties, including how all Canadians are treaty people, will be illustrated by way of a course stream that stresses the pervasive influence of treaties in today's world. Also, practical curriculum development will be enhanced by way of interaction with a series of resource people and instructors; considerable time will be devoted to the curriculum development dynamic. The general format of the Institute includes two structured course streams in the mornings with less structured sessions in the afternoons (Monday to Thursday). Optional cultural events are planned for Fridays. For further information contact Rob Nestor, Summer Institute Director at 790-5950, Ext: 3426 or rnestor@firstnationsuniversity.ca. Application The Institute will be held at the First Nations University of Canada at the University of Regina. Interested persons may apply by filling out the Summer Institute Application Form (.doc or .pdf) and forwarding it along with a $50.00 application fee (cheque or money order) to the address provided on the form. The deadline for application is March 30, 2010. Successful applicants will be notified by April 30, 2010. Applicants not accepted for participation will be refunded the application fee. Cost The cost to attend the Institute is $950.00, payable to the First Nations University of Canada by May 30, 2010. The cost includes a cafeteria lunch (Monday to Thursday), parking, course materials and cultural component costs. A full refund will be made available upon proof of an extenuating circumstance. A receipt for tax purposes will be issued after the start date of the Institute. Please mail a cheque or money order to: First Nations University of Canada
Department of Indigenous Studies
#1 First Nations Way
Regina, Saskatchewan
S4S 7K2 Accommodation Accommodation options at the University of Regina or Luther College are available to Institute participants from outside Regina. Participants are required to make their own arrangements. University Credit Participants may also register in INDG 285AA-S50 (6 credit hours) at the University of Regina or First Nations University to receive University programme credit for attending the Institute. In order to register, special permission will be required from the Department Head of Indigenous Studies. Students may register for this class beginning April 6, 2010. Registration and course fees are the responsibility of the student applying to take the course for credit. | 
