Indigenous Knowledge in the Classroom Teaching Tips Series - Tip #4

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To celebrate National Indigenous History Month, here鈥檚 a tip for instructors to incorporate Indigenous knowledge into their classroom.

Teaching Tip #4: Highlight Indigenous Place Names 

What it is: 
Recognizing and using traditional Indigenous place names fosters respect for Indigenous heritage and connection to the land. 

How to apply it: 

  • Incorporate traditional Mi'kmaw place names into your teaching materials and discussions. 
  • Use resources like L'nuey's interactive map to learn about local Indigenous place names. 

Reflective question: 
How does acknowledging traditional place names influence students' perceptions of local history and geography? 

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