Professional Learning

Professional Learning

Lesson Plans 

PIECES OF MY WRITTEN WORK:

Autobiographical Paper

“The reason I choose to study education is because it brings happiness to my heart.  I like seeing the best version of myself every day, and students deserve someone who will help them see their own light and love.”

Focus Question: Teachers, Knowledge, Building Relationships: Invitation and Hospitality

“Through my experiences the best teachers ensure that students know the content, lend a helping hand, and offer resources.  Furthermore, the space of a classroom should make students embrace their identity, thru integrating intercultural relations into the educational curriculum.  Teachers must put aside any bias, stereotypes, and work on decolonizing the educational system considering everyone is unique.  Students will benefit from an environment that feels like ‘home’ with an empathic teacher. Thus, the best traits a teacher can seek are learning when to speak, and when to listen to students.  Therefore, to make a difference in a student’s growth starts with the correct guidance from a teacher that cares. Hence, to ensure students find their identity with cultures and values celebrated within the curriculum.”

My Journey Toward Reconciliation

“I am a second-generation 60s ‘Scoop’ Kid because my mom was a part of the 60’s Scoop up in Canadian history – this is my journey toward reconciliation.  Growing up in colonial society and being Indigenous has been a journey to find where my lost home belongs.  My name is Nahanni Adams-Lindberg, and my first name means ‘Strong Rock’ in Dene when translated into English.  I am named after the Nahanni National Park in the NWT. I am Cree and Dene and German, and my roots are from northern Saskatchewan.   I grew up in a loving home with my two brothers and my mom.  I seek so many questions – some that can be found and some lost through my family history, my experiences growing up, and learning about my indigenous culture and roots.  My journey toward reconciliation has been reclaiming what was once stolen through my family history and rebuilding what has been lost.  I learn about my history, and it feels like finding missing pieces to a puzzle and finding where my lost home belongs.”