Friday, May 22, 2026

Lesson 74

 Students got a quick intro to Brandi Morin, an independent journalist who works with Indigenous communities around the globe, and her pointed post in regard to last week's court ruling on the question of Alberta separatism. 

 We looked at this update related to Alberta separatism , and just saw this article briefly (in reference to a question asked earlier in the year).

We finished "Kiiwen" and reviewed the chapter. We also took a look at this brief reel related to the tradition of cutting hair during the loss of a loved one.  

Many students are doing an excellent job of thinking about the deeper questions being asked during class discussions, and recording thematic connections in their notes. Some students are waiting for others to think/speak for them, and are not pushing to make these connections - this lack of participation may well negatively impact final writing. 

 

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